strut mount replacement

[Andrei Kogan <abk@phy.duke.edu>]

I believe the general consensus is:

fronts -- always replace
rears  ---- only if they look bad or feel spongy

There has also been a discussion regarding the
quality of these mounts. You can get a standard front
strut mount for about $15-20, or a heavy duty one for about $50. The rears
are mor expensive  than the fronts. I believe BLAU has something on their
web page tech tips regarding this issue.

Andrei

ate: Thu, 15 Apr 1999 11:35:00 -0700
From: todd@qualmedoregon.com
Subject: strut mount replacement: mandatory?

I am getting ready to replace the struts in my 4kq with
Boge Turbo Gas all around, and I was curious if folks
(other than a greedy shop) recommend replacing the upper
strut mount at the same time, regardless of symptoms or
signs of wear.  I intend to get stops, boots, and bushings
at the same time as the struts, but I wasn't sure if I
should go all the way and get mounts too.  I'm keeping the
stock springs, by the way.