Spring and struts on '87 5Kcstq

[Paul Luevano <prl@ptc.com>]

OK, I need a little help.  I'm trying to tackle the springs and strut
R&R on my car, a '87 5kcstq.  I'm trying to just replace the struts
right now, and will do the springs in the spring, unless the lsit can
convince me otherwise.

I tried to do the front struts this past weekend.  I got the top bolt
off, and the top plate, but could not figure out how to get the threaded
cap off without tool 2069.  Should I just break down and buy the tool? 
Anyone in the Boston area willing to lend/rent it to me?

Next, can the rear strut cartrages be replaced easily, without removing
the strut fromt he car, or the spring from the strut?  In both cases,
frone and rear, do I really need tool vw340, or ,will any spring
compresser work?

Any BTDT's outhtere that can give me some pointers?
BTW, moving to H&R springs, with Boge Pro Gas all the way around.

Much appriciated!


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