October 30, 200520 yr Ok - I thought I posted this yesterday, but can't find it, so sorry if this is a repeat... I've seen posts previously about diy replace struts. We were going to have this done on our 97 OBW, but are reconsidering. I've done a lot to cars over the years, but never this. How hard is it? How dangerous is a spring compressor? Is this a day job? We have one strut that seems to have moisture and I want to change it before that moisture freezes and get a rougher ride! thanks for any advice!
October 31, 200520 yr here is a nice write up - - how do to this yourself http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=472&highlight=suspension my first time swapping suspension with hand tools? 7-8 hours... i can do it now in less than 2 with air tools Jamie
October 31, 200520 yr I'd plan on a day, just in case it takes longer than expected. It's really not very hard at all, but you will have to get the car aligned afterward (you can get it pretty close if you mark the adjustment bolts and everything, but it won't be perfect). The spring compressor is not dangerous if you're careful with it. Just take your time with the first couple of struts.
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