This is Stacey. I live in El Cajon, CA. I need to find out if anyone knows of

a good and not really costly place to have my struts done.

Around $350.00- $400.00 would be ok.

If you could let me know it would be great. Thanx.

Considering the labor involved, that price range isn't going to get you very good strut cartridges, IMO. You may want to check prices on whatever struts you want before setting your price range.

You could probably get Monroe brand cheapy struts installed in that price range, but they aren't very good.

JMO

Thanx for the reply and the info. Thought it would be easier to purchase the struts and then find some hole in the wall shop to do the labor. Thanx.

Thanx for the reply and the info. Thought it would be easier to purchase the struts and then find some hole in the wall shop to do the labor. Thanx.

You might be able to do that. It's worth inquiring.

Only problem I see is that most reputable shops (in my area) either won't use parts you bring them, or they won't warranty the work installing them. Reason? Because shops make money when they purchase parts to install on a customer's car.

If you have time, tools and a friend to help you learn, this is a job you could do yourself. This way your budget goes a lot further.

Just one more question- for that price will it cover all 4 or just the rear? My Z was born Sept. '74. Do you have to drop the transverse?

Stacey Pike

74 260Z

75 280Z

El Cajon, CA USA

Drive Fast- Take Chances!

Here's a couple of prices for you. You might be able to find the parts cheaper somewhere else, but maybe not.

Keep in mind that you'd likely end up spending more due to things breaking or discovering other things that need replacement as th job unfolds.

http://www.zcarparts.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=PSDC02B

http://www.zcarparts.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=PSDC02A

FWIW, I find it easier to drop the entire suspension to do this kind of work, some others prefer not to.

Thanx for all of the info. Believe me it helps me to try and figure out which way to go.

I am getting a distributor in today and struts tomorrow.

Thanx for all your advise. I'll let you know what happens.

Get this- 74 260Z with a 280 block, 260 heads and 240 dual SU carbs.

AND she kicks rocks! AND wants to give me more power. The wrong distributor in her

right now and she shouldn't even be running but she rips up the road.

Thanx again!

Stacey Pike

74 260 Z

75 280 Z

El Cajon, CA

Drive Fast- Take Chances

Stacey- I came North from San Diego about 10 years ago. You may want to contact the Z club of San Diego for local shops, or maybe another enthusiast to install your struts. The web site used to be zcsd.org, but is currently expired. I'm sure a phone nuber can be located locally.

Devin