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Post by Scoobaru on May 16, 2006 12:44:49 GMT -5
This has been discussed before, but I thought I could maybe spark some interest in a thread covering any custom strut replacements anybody has done for the gen1. My motivation? Just called the dealer for a quote on struts for my 88, and he gave me a price of $368 Canadian apiece! Close to $1500 to replace my struts! That can pay for a lot of welding, but I would like input from anybody that has successfully used other struts on their cars. ANYBODY?
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Post by PictureChasers on Jun 20, 2006 11:56:33 GMT -5
Scoobaru did you solve your strut question? I am also in Canada and considering lifting, custom options. Did you find anything stock for a reasonable price?
I am going to post a new thread asking if anyone has measured up Rabbit suspension...
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Post by Scoobaru on Jun 21, 2006 11:28:37 GMT -5
Nope, hasn't been resolved yet. Haven't had the time to look at the gen2 suspension setup yet. I'm sure is could be done, it's just a matter of how much has to be swapped.
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Post by PictureChasers on Jun 22, 2006 11:58:32 GMT -5
Nope, hasn't been resolved yet. Haven't had the time to look at the gen2 suspension setup yet. I'm sure is could be done, it's just a matter of how much has to be swapped. I have a friend who put Legacy front (?) struts in the car I bought from him. It does not ride higher nor handle noticable different than our stock Justy. We are seeking a 2" lift and willing to weld. Somewhere I read a method of making brackets that will hold Porsche strut cartridges that passes rally inspections. Not sure where I read it, maybe from Rallyracer? Unless the Rabbit suspension works out I will be looking at custom options.
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Post by Scoobaru on Sept 5, 2006 11:57:56 GMT -5
So I finally got around to comparing the gen1/gen2 struts, and from what I can see, the only external difference is in how the brake lines are routed from the strut up to the brake line coming from engine compartment. On the gen1, the brake line leaves the strut in a horizontal direction, then the rubber line turns up to connect to the brake line coming from the engine compartment (L-shape). On the gen2, the brake line leaves the strut pointing down, so would need to turn up to connect (U-shape). It will connect, but I am a little concerned in the brake line having to bend up to connect. May put too much stress on the brake line. Is there a reason why the brake has to route through the lines mounted to the strut? Could I run a brake line directly from the caliper to the main line from the compartment? Opinions?
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Post by baron on Sept 5, 2006 15:05:54 GMT -5
would something like this be of use? you can get 45 & 90 degree, male or female connections. then you can make it go upwards : )
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Post by Scoobaru on Sept 6, 2006 11:06:35 GMT -5
I actually looked on an 89, and it appears that the hose gets routed in the U-shape that I talked about, so should be all right. Not sure why they changed the routing of the hoses. I am going to be quite happy if this works out, and kick myself for not looking at it sooner.
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SeattleJusty
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Post by SeattleJusty on Oct 13, 2006 20:50:44 GMT -5
This is good to know because I just swiped a pair of struts from a Gen2 car to be used on my Gen1. I'll try to look at my brake hose clips or whatever you call that strut mounted go between and tell you what I find.
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Post by Scoobaru on Oct 14, 2006 8:02:14 GMT -5
I have been running with the gen2 struts on my car for several weeks now. Work great, no problems. I am kicking myself since I have since a couple of other gen2 cars in the wreckers with really nice suspension.....
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Post by bob393 on Apr 5, 2007 15:18:22 GMT -5
Has anyone found a source for Gen2 struts, I can't find them either.
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Post by Scoobaru on Apr 6, 2007 19:51:54 GMT -5
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Post by bob393 on Apr 7, 2007 13:26:01 GMT -5
Are you saying the gen2 struts fit a gen1 and are they easier to find?
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Post by Scoobaru on Apr 7, 2007 22:32:41 GMT -5
Yes. No. They will fit, but they are pretty much as hard to find.
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