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ramp 11-10-2006 08:53 PM

1999 80T6 Struts
 
I need to replace front struts; the front left is leaking fluid. Any recommendations for type and where to buy?

Thanks

ramp 11-11-2006 09:15 AM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
Follow up to last post. The lower ball joint rubber boot is torn. With 130,000 miles should I just rebuild the whole front end if I am going in here? Also the viscous coupler is leaking, pretty good, Comments please.

tech 11-11-2006 02:26 PM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
If you can afford it replace both lower control arms if the bushings are bad.The struts,Don't forget the spring seats to,
Sway bar links, Balljoints.

Not sure about the viscous coupler.

ramp 11-12-2006 11:57 PM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
Anyone offer suggestion on type of strut? Koni, KYB, Blis..

tech 11-13-2006 12:16 AM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
From what I have heard and seen the Bilsteen are the best.

studd34000 11-13-2006 05:21 AM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
yeah i have blisteen and they are great

ramp 11-13-2006 05:15 PM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
Tranny fluid from viscous coupler. I just need to replace the mechanical seal on the drive shaft.

Struts, Have looked into in, why are KYB soo cheap? Are they any good or just stay with the proven Bilsteins?

Thanks

tech 11-14-2006 08:49 PM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
KYB is usually a rougher ride from what I hear good for Solid lowered cars.

poopbunny 11-15-2006 03:08 AM

RE: 1999 80T6 Struts
 
My last struts were KYB, they felt a little too stiff IMHO.


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