NewYork Art

Looking to replace my struts. I want to keep original ride height (measured from center of wheel, Front 16.25", Rear 17.25") I'm looking at buying AC Delco struts.
Question: Car has just hit 100,000 miles. so I will also replace the strut mounts. Should I buy them without bearings and buy the bearings separate for $20. a piece?

LS1121

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My suggestion is to buy everything but the spring itself. I've replaced mine twice. Be easy on yourself.

sjsingle1

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bearing ? there is a bearing in there ????

LS1121

iTrader: (17)

yea I think I've seen some places refer to the insulator as the bearing. The bearing is actually in the strut mount

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Strut-Bearing-Plate-Insulator-Front-MOOG-K6573/201708754856?epid=654561307&hash=item2ef6c757a8:g: Xy8AAOSwHntbnOBC:sc:USPSFirstClass!28278!US!-1&vxp=mtr

sjsingle1

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i call that the ....dogbone.....and there is no bearing in it

but dont dare leave it out !!!!!

SteveC

One important thing to consider, whoever does the job, make sure that you index the spring to the seats, that is mark both the upper seat where the spring starts, and the lower seat where the spring ends. When you re install the coil over on the new shock, line up the spring to the marks you made prior to disassembly. This will insure the stock ride height you desire.