Looking for a guide to replace struts.

[SHO M0nk3y]

My moms 95 needs new struts and springs badly, one of the springs is just about broken . Any one have a guide on how to replace the struts and springs?

 

[92ShoOff]

I've been working off this link a little right here, as well as my Chilton's manual. I'm right now working on my front struts (already have the rear end torn apart) and let me tell you... it is quite a job. Be careful not to break off any of the 4 pinch bolts while doing this. I broke the bolt head off the driver's side rear pinch bolt and ended up having to go get a knuckle/spindle assembly from a salvage yard. Use some GOOD, expensive lubricant/penetrant a few days ahead of time on these bolts, and use a propane torch to really heat the bolts up before removing them if you can't get your hands on MAPP gas.

Good luck and be sure to ask questions! That's what I've been doing so far.

-Andrew

 

[SnickterP]

I just put in my intrax/tokico this past tuesday. Man, was it ever an experience. The fronts are by far worse than the rear i think. But its all certainly a big job. That link is a goo dplace to read from though. And its all well worth the setup i have now