Re: Struts & more

[Chris Maresca <ckm@eainet.com>]

At 9:25 AM -0400 6/29/98, Jerry Croucher wrote:
>I have an 86 4ksq with 144k miles on it.  The shocks are in dire need of
>replacement.  While I was in there I thought that I would replace the
>strut bearings and put new boots on the CV joints.  Tie rod ends will
>probally part of this job.  I have not inspected the front ones yet
>but the rears had cracks in the boots.
>
>Is there anything else I should consider replacing?  ie. wheel bearings,
>ball joints, transmission & differential seals & control arm bushings
>
>Thanks in advance for your comments.
>
>BTW Blau recomends Boge Turbo Gas shocks for a slightly (15%) firmer
>ride than stock which is what I want (the wife drives the car too).
>Anyone BTDT with those shocks?
>
>Thanks
>
>Jerry
>croucher@eos.net

Bilsteins were only $30 more for the CQ, and they are considered
indestructible.  Might be worth it.

Chris.
'90 CQ