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Originally Posted by jonfasch
Question again...
What is easier to change?
1. Front Struts
2. Rear Shocks
My feel is the Front Struts... but I'm hoping the fronts come preinstalled somehow with that Spring. I'm just not sure how I'm going to get to that top rear shock nut to get it off with 331,000 miles on them.
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Rear shocks are highly depending on environment. An offset box wrench will be your friend if things aren't rusted:
Also, technically the front is also a shock - just with a coilover spring design.
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Originally Posted by jonfasch
Loaded Front Struts - So I'm seeing a bunch of options of loaded struts on Amazon for less than $200 for the pair. Are there any recommendations on which brand to buy? I think I'd want to install the full assembly myself, so I wouldn't have to mess with compressing that spring.
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None of the amazon/etc. pre-loaded shocks will be of any decent quality. Spring compressors aren't really that bad to use (you aren't working on high spring rate 2.5" body shocks) and you can rent them for free with tool loaner programs from your local auto parts stores.
-Charlie
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