Hi All,
I've read lots of the Strut threads and there is a ton of great info. I've got a couple simple questions... mine are due to be replaced, probably long ago (225 000 kms). I drive a reasonable amount of dirt roads fishing and hunting 6 months of the year, but nothing too crazy... usually old logging roads. SUV is not our primary family driver anymore and sees about 8-10 000 Kms a year, most of which is my short commute to work and running the kids around the city to there activities.
I am leaning towards the Monroe Quick Struts, although the Bilsteins certainly have there approvals on here too. If I decided on the Bilsteins, I have read I'll need a Strut Mount Kit. But, can I reuse the factory springs or will I need new there too? Anything else I would need?
In the end, it will probably come down to price differential between what each require/cost.. Replacement seems pretty simple which I think I'll do myself. I've got a spring compressor that is 15 yrs old, given to me, but has never been used, if I go the Bilstein route.
I've read lots of the Strut threads and there is a ton of great info. I've got a couple simple questions... mine are due to be replaced, probably long ago (225 000 kms). I drive a reasonable amount of dirt roads fishing and hunting 6 months of the year, but nothing too crazy... usually old logging roads. SUV is not our primary family driver anymore and sees about 8-10 000 Kms a year, most of which is my short commute to work and running the kids around the city to there activities.
I am leaning towards the Monroe Quick Struts, although the Bilsteins certainly have there approvals on here too. If I decided on the Bilsteins, I have read I'll need a Strut Mount Kit. But, can I reuse the factory springs or will I need new there too? Anything else I would need?
In the end, it will probably come down to price differential between what each require/cost.. Replacement seems pretty simple which I think I'll do myself. I've got a spring compressor that is 15 yrs old, given to me, but has never been used, if I go the Bilstein route.