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'02 Aero SW suspension options - input please
Posted by JMJ in NC [Email] (more from JMJ in NC) on Wed, 11 May 2011 06:36:23
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My '02 Aero SW is at 130k and the suspension is due for overhaul.
My local Saab service provider recommended new subframe bushings and front lower control arm bushings at my 120k service. He also recommended going to a local suspension shop to have my suspension looked at, due to excessive tire wear.
The suspension shop confirmed new subframe bushings are required, but said the front lower control arm bushings are not that bad. He recommended new shocks on the back, saying the fronts are better than the backs but could stand to be replaced as well. His recommendation was to get Bilstein HD shocks all around. If I purchased online, he would happily install.
Subframe bushings - about $500
Shock install & alignment - about $500
So, here are my choices:
Koni Sports - $550 shipped (GenuineSaab)
Sachs (OEM) - $580 shipped (Eeuroparts)
Bilstein HD - $630 shipped (AutoPartsWarehouse)
I plan on keeping the car about 2-3 more years. I'm looking for input on the Koni's & Bilstein HD shocks, if you've got the Aero SW, so much the better.
Also, are these good prices for the Bilsteins?
Thanks much - JMJ
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Posts in this Thread:
- '02 Aero SW suspension options - input please, JMJ in NC, Wed, 11 May 2011 06:36:23 <-- Viewing This Message
- NO aftermarket Aero SW/SC rear struts, AeroEd, Sun, 15 May 2011 10:52:30
- Re: '02 Aero SW suspension options - input please, jeffo2, Thu, 12 May 2011 06:43:14
- Re: '02 Aero SW suspension options - input please, Peter Martin , Wed, 11 May 2011 13:37:13
- just did this on my '03 Aero wagon --, jimmy, Wed, 11 May 2011 08:37:32
- Re: '02 Aero SW suspension options - input please, Paul in NM, Wed, 11 May 2011 06:54:10
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