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Replace Both Fr. Struts?
My right front strut is bad--prudence already tells me to replace both fronts simultaneously. Is prudence correct?
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11-18-2002, 10:19 AM
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He is correct. Never ever replace just one or you're just asking for trouble.
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11-18-2002, 10:49 AM
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While it is expensive, unless the strut was damaged by an accident, as opposed to old age, replace them in pairs.
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11-18-2002, 11:18 AM
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Anyone know of a good source?
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11-18-2002, 11:34 AM
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Jack,
A good source appears to be our gracious hosts--best price I've seen, appr. $379 ea.
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11-18-2002, 11:39 AM
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At least for Jack, the Bilstein RSR (threaded) struts might be worth considering. They are barely more than a regular non-coilover strut and come with the race/rallye insert. My understanding is you can use them w/o actually running the coilover springs, but would have the option to go to the coilovers later if desired. I think Smart Racing quoted low $400's/ea.
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11-18-2002, 11:59 AM
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Jack normally I would say find some new ones. But if you are planning to move the spindle up, a pair of old ones might work out ok for you.
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