Is this over my head? Opinions Please

[Livolsi, Stephane]

Oh, that's good! I'll have to try it when I eventually do get my new control
arms

Stephane

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> From: 	Nick Lawrence[SMTP:nick at beol.net]
> Sent: 	July 17, 2003 12:30 PM
> To: 	Brett Goetz; quattro at audifans.com
> Subject: 	Re: Is this over my head?  Opinions Please
>
> 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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