Shock Absorber Gaiters/Covers Shot - Need replacing?

[Pheo]

OK so while rotating the tyres on my Mazda MX3 last w/e I discovered that the shock absorber rubber gaiters are completely shot.

Anyone know if this has any implications on the life of the shocks, and should they be replaced? Alternatively should I grease the shocks further or similar?

Having had a good look, they don't currently seem to be suffering. But obviously I'd like to extend their life as long as possible!

[Steve_D]

Most cars do not have gaiters on the shocks so I would not worry about it.
If I were going to expend the effort required to fit new gaiters I would want to do the shocks at the same time.
Do not grease. Whatever you use may not be compatible with the shocker seal rubbers.

Steve

[Pheo]

Thanks very much! I'll just not worry about it then. They still look shiny and work fine!