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      02-25-2017, 05:08 PM   #5
jandref321
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I finished up swapping out the support guides today. I used a DIY that eliminated the need for a spring compressor, but I can't say I'll do it again without having a second person. It is very difficult to get the strut to align back into the mount while jacking up the bottom without having 4 hands.

When I pulled the driver's side out I found that the mount bushing was completely gone. I thought I lost the piece but it turns out that it was just stuck onto the strut. I left it on to keep some support and replaced the guide supports.


The bottom of the mount with new guide support:


The top of the strut with new guide support after driving around the block:


The strut is still misaligned, but the new guide supports will hopefully prevent scraping until the coilovers get here.
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