Replacing struts/shocks

Discuss any maintenance you've done to your Vibe & Matrix and ask how to perform maintenance on your vehicle
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cptnsolo77
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Replacing struts/shocks

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Next on the hit list are struts all around. Making a checklist.

struts
strut mounts
spring isolators
strut boots

Am i missing anything ? :mrgreen:
* 2003 Vibe Auto Satellite Silver w / Moons & Tunes
* Kenwood Excelon KDC-X597
* Polk DB651-Speakers
* Soundproofcow Roadblock R sound deadening in all doors
* Drop In K & N Filter
* NGK Iridium IX Plugs
* 27 MPG City/Highway with AC on
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ImUrOBGYN
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Re: Replacing struts/shocks

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Spring fluid to retain springiness?

In all seriousness, sounds like you've got the major parts. If you're gonna change the springs, might as well do them, now. Otherwise, good luck!

If you live somewhere where rust is an issue, I'd get out there a day early and spray those bolts/nuts down with some penetrate and don't forget the torque wrench!
I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered. - George Best
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cptnsolo77
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Re: Replacing struts/shocks

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I was thinking about it but I share the car with the wife and I don't think she will appreciate the stiffer ride :lol: thx for the advice.
* 2003 Vibe Auto Satellite Silver w / Moons & Tunes
* Kenwood Excelon KDC-X597
* Polk DB651-Speakers
* Soundproofcow Roadblock R sound deadening in all doors
* Drop In K & N Filter
* NGK Iridium IX Plugs
* 27 MPG City/Highway with AC on
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