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Car Forum / Subaru Cars / July 2006Rear Struts
I recently had a ball joint replaced, and the guys at the shop tell me the real struts and mounts need replaced. Better than $600, mostly parts. This seems possible, as once in a while the rear end is a bit clunky. But struts are easy to replace, aren't they? Is this a home job? Are mounts an automatic replacement? '99 Outback -John O > I recently had a ball joint replaced, and the guys at the shop tell me > the real struts and mounts need replaced. Better than $600, mostly > parts. > > This seems possible, as once in a while the rear end is a bit clunky. > But struts are easy to replace, aren't they? Is this a home job? I have to ask this: why do you want to bother replacing the struts in the first place? Did the rear seat occupants complain? > Are mounts an automatic replacement? I don't think so. > > I recently had a ball joint replaced, and the guys at the shop tell me > > the real struts and mounts need replaced. Better than $600, mostly [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > the first place? > Did the rear seat occupants complain? No, my rear seat occupants start that and I make them ride their bikes. ;-) If they are truly worn out, (the struts, not the occupants) is there a reason I should *not* replace them myself? > > Are mounts an automatic replacement? > > I don't think so. Just checking, and I was thinking the same thing. -John O > > > I recently had a ball joint replaced, and the guys at the shop tell me > > > the real struts and mounts need replaced. Better than $600, mostly [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > ;-) If they are truly worn out, (the struts, not the occupants) is > there a reason I should *not* replace them myself? Yes. The jarry ride in the back is good for their bone density. Saves you money on the milk. Not to mention $200 saved on the struts. $600 for just the rear struts, holy crap! I got a full set of KYB AGX adjustables for my 2.5RS for $350. Th strut job is pretty easy, you just need a spring compressor, some extra brake fluid, and some basic tools. Just disconnect the brake line, unbolt two bolts at the bottom and three at the top, take out the strut, swap the spring and mounds from old to new, and put the new one in... bleed the brakes after you're done. Since you have a wagon you don't need to take the rear seat out or anything. > I recently had a ball joint replaced, and the guys at the shop tell me > the real struts and mounts need replaced. Better than $600, mostly [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > > -John O > $600 for just the rear struts, holy crap! I got a full set of KYB AGX > adjustables for my 2.5RS for $350. I knew there were better prices out there, my "no" to them was automatic. > Th strut job is pretty easy, you just need a spring compressor, some > extra brake fluid, and some basic tools. Just disconnect the brake > line, unbolt two bolts at the bottom and three at the top, take out the > strut, swap the spring and mounds from old to new, and put the new one > in... bleed the brakes after you're done. Since you have a wagon you > don't need to take the rear seat out or anything. Thanks, that does sound simple enough. I can get a pair of struts for $220 at autozone, and they have the spring compressor for a free loaner. I'll probably get new tires first. -John O Hi John! >I recently had a ball joint replaced, and the guys at the shop tell me >the real struts and mounts need replaced. Better than $600, mostly [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > >Are mounts an automatic replacement? On the 99 OB, the rear strut is a "coilover" design. I'm assuming that what you are calling the "mount" is the strut top, which does not come with a replacement strut. This is probably the source of your "clunk". While this is not a terribly technical job, it does require at least a spring compressor, and a heavy duty impact wrench. The lower fasteners can be very tight, and you may need to remove the rear brake calipers as well. Also be careful with the ABS wiring. I'd suggest that $600 isn't too unreasonable, assuming that the price includes both strut cartridges, strut tops, and labor; I'd imagine that it is at least a 3 hour job, and the components aren't inexpensive. The KYB replacement cartridges are popular. Another good option (especially if you elect to DIY) would be to find a good set at a salvage yard; then you won't have to disassemble the strut, just bolt on the replacement. ByeBye! S. Steve Jernigan KG0MB Laboratory Manager Microelectronics Research University of Colorado (719) 262-3101 Thanks Steve. This isn't a high-priority job, so I haven't even looked under there to see what's going on. I will, and I have a friend with the right wrench. -John O > Hi John! > [quoted text clipped - 28 lines] > University of Colorado > (719) 262-3101 Hi JohnO, I had a similar job done on my 1997 OBW on decmber 20th, 2005. I bought right and left strut assembly KYB ( OEM ) in USA from Autoparts Warehouse in Hamilton NJ delivered UPS free of charge in Fargo ND. My sister brought them back to me in Canada. Paid 141.64$ USD = 169.15$ CND and paid 1.8 hour labor 122.06$ CND including a 15% tax at my Subaru dealer for a grand total of 292.21$ CND At 600$, you are being robbed... > Thanks Steve. This isn't a high-priority job, so I haven't even looked > under there to see what's going on. I will, and I have a friend with [quoted text clipped - 34 lines] > > University of Colorado > > (719) 262-3101 > Hi JohnO, > [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > > At 600$, you are being robbed... Well, $600 is probably a decent price for the shop's parts and labor. Buying just the struts on the web and then having my neighborhood mechanic do the work would be the same deal you got. But I do appreciate the lead on the parts dealer, and I was contemplating doing it just this way. Thanks! -John O |
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