F8L GT

Hey guys, just wondering if any of you knew roughly how long it takes to replace the struts, front and rear on a GTO.

birner88

Idk couple hours tops

steamwalker

Couple of hours seems about right as long as you have all the proper tools.

F8L GT

I'll also be replacing the bushing do maybe I'll figure 3-4 hours

409CISecondGen

iTrader: (2)

I would plan a whole day at least. All Data says 6.2 hours to overhaul the front and 7.8 to overhaul the rear. That is replacing bushings and struts/springs.

F8L GT

Thank you. That's the answer I was looking to get. I have someone who has adjustable struts and springs that wants them installed along with the better bushings

steamwalker

Seriously depends on what bushings you are talking about. There are dozens on this car. If you are just talking about strut mounts, that won't add to your time.

F8L GT

http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...p?prod=3.18134

This is the kit he wants done

F8L GT

Along with this

http://www.kollarracingproducts.com/...ac-GTO-/Detail

Death{AW}

iTrader: (6)

if you have access to impact I did front and back in 5hrs total with most of the bushings and endlinks.

steamwalker

You'll probably spend more time on the control arm bushings and swaybar bushings than everything else combined.

Robofuzz

Let me just say that the rear lower control arm bushings are a major PAIN IN THE *** to get out. I spent a great deal of time on my back with the car and rear cradle on jackstands. Finally had to use a propane torch to get those bastards out.

svede1212

iTrader: (3)

I published about using a torch and homemade tool about 5 years ago. At the time the conventional wisdom was that you had to have a Pedders special tool to do it easily. After I figured out the first side (I did inner, outer and subframe at the same time) the second set came out in under an hour.

Robofuzz

Yes - your guide was invaluable. But I still had trouble getting them out.