Trent L
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- 2004 VZ Calais 190Kw
Just a question for the guru's.
I just had a pink slip inspection (RWC) done on my 10/2004 VZ Calais which has just clicked over 100,000 km's. They passed it but said that the right (driver side) strut mount was worn and producing up & down movement in the right front wheel.
Apparently, it is supposed to be a relatively simple job to replace the strut mount, but that it would need a new bearing as well. Common sense says if you did one side then you'd do both.
My question is considering the wear & tear, would it be more prudent & cheaper in the long run, to replace the whole strut (incl mount & bearing)? Also, should I tick with Holden parts or is there a better aftermarket strut that can be used that may be cheaper?
Cheers.
I just had a pink slip inspection (RWC) done on my 10/2004 VZ Calais which has just clicked over 100,000 km's. They passed it but said that the right (driver side) strut mount was worn and producing up & down movement in the right front wheel.
Apparently, it is supposed to be a relatively simple job to replace the strut mount, but that it would need a new bearing as well. Common sense says if you did one side then you'd do both.
My question is considering the wear & tear, would it be more prudent & cheaper in the long run, to replace the whole strut (incl mount & bearing)? Also, should I tick with Holden parts or is there a better aftermarket strut that can be used that may be cheaper?
Cheers.
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