Is this over my head? Opinions Please

[Nick Lawrence]

A method I have used for re-installing the sway bar:
(1) Install and secure one side.
(2) Acquire a small diameter pipe ( maybe conduit) that will fit over the
threaded end of the sway bar.
(3)Run the pipe thru the control arm and onto the threaded end of the sway
bar, it may not seat all the way down but should be enough to guide it.
(4) Push on the sway bar/pull on the pipe and it should pop right into the
control arm.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Brett Goetz" <brett.goetz at rtp.ppdi.com>
To: <quattro at audifans.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2003 12:09 PM
Subject: Is this over my head? Opinions Please


> Decision Time.
> I have an '88 5K CST with 174k miles.  I would like opinions on the
> following jobs that need to be done on my car:
> Replace suspension bushings in the front end
> Replace the power steering rack
> I have done basic work on the car such as belts, hoses, brakes, plugs,
> alternator, etc. over the years, but I have never done suspension work.
>   Is this something that can be done by a person with limited mechanical
> experience?  Obviously, the alternatives are take it in and have someone
> else do the work or buy the part and find someone to install them for
> me.  If it's going to cost me a few grand, then I will have to seriously
> consider getting rid of the car, which is a shame because it's in such
> great condition.  Also, if anyone knows of a good mechanic who is
> reasonably priced and honest (a rare combination) in the Raleigh,
> Durham, Chapel Hill area, please let me know.  Thanks!
>
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