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Old Sep 25, 2001 | 06:55 PM
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Old Oct 1, 2001 | 10:10 PM
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I need some help here. I picked this truck up for a pretty good price, but now it's pay up time. I need to do some front end work. To begin with, the bushings on the struts (where they connect to the chassis) need to be replaced. How hard is this, I have average shade tree skills, but have never tackled front end stuff. Are there any tricks of the trade or things to be aware (beware) of before trying to do this in my driveway.

I will also be looking at rebuilding the radius arms. Am I in for it, or will a little cussing get me through this?

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