View Full Version : Suspension difficulty
MrNiceguy
02-15-2006, 11:39 PM
Hey guys I was wondering how hard it is to remove and replace struts on a 99 cougar. I took it to a local suspension shop and they said it would be a very difficult job, so i was just wondering.
Thanks a lot guys.
Funkboy316
02-15-2006, 11:46 PM
they want your money...lol
its really not a difficult job to do. i can change struts in about 10-15 mins per tire. you just need the right tools. a spring compressor/impact wrench is your best friend.
MrNiceguy
02-16-2006, 12:14 AM
Really? Even the rear? That's suprising. They made it seem like it would take hours or something. I don't really know much about suspension, but I had a feeling they were trying to poke my eyes.
Funkboy316
02-16-2006, 12:18 AM
the rear is even easier than the front. your probably looking at about a 1 1/2 hour job for all 4, counting the time to jack up and place on jack stands and remove tires.
megail
02-16-2006, 02:23 AM
30 minutes for the front. 20 for the rear. and thats with two beer breaks.....but then again i can do it with one hand tied behind my back.....well behind the back holding the beer
its not hard. just don't strip any bolts
MrNiceguy
02-16-2006, 10:17 PM
hmm, I'm very suprised...those bastards.
Funkboy316
02-16-2006, 10:55 PM
and just think....me and gail work off of jackstands. imagine how fast a professional shop with lifts and airtools probably does the job.
i mean all businesses deserve to make a profit, dont get me wrong, but automotive service industry based businesses have a insane markup percentage.