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Old 11-06-09, 01:14 PM
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Ok, so I dont know **** about suspension...

My car is messed up though....it squeezes over bumped, its not too smooth. Seems like the suspension is shot if not getting there.

http://www.strutmasters.com/SearchRe...98+Lexus+ES300

From that link, what will I need to get to make my car smooth and unbumpy again?
Old 11-06-09, 05:57 PM
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Front struts, mounts, bearings.

Rear struts, mounts
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If doing struts do you always replace the mounts as well? Same question for bearings... Where do the bearings go?
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Yes, replace the strut mounts and the bearings if you are replacing the struts because they are labour intensive to replace. The bearing is a small ring that goes between the upper seat (right above the spring) and the suspension support (the piece with 3 studs).
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How much would it be roughly to exchange the whole suspension system?
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By bearings do you really mean bushings? Do these usually come with the new mounts?
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