Pre-A1/A1 Strut bearings (was: Strut bearing replacement)

[rapieper@yahoo.com ('Cheapass' Ron Pieper)]

--- Jeff Toomasson <jtoomasson@yahoo.com> wrote:
> I've noticed several people recommended getting these housings (?)
> from an
> early Rabbit or Dasher. 

One of those would be me...

>Are these really worth it?

Yup.

> I happened to have found a 76 Rabbit and two Dashers all in one yard
> and am wondering if I should grab these things...got a 16v and a
>Cabby that will both need replacing soon...
>

Grab 'em!  With whatever aftermarket poly bushings you choose, these
things are pretty much bulletproof.  I have them and love them. 
Steering effort seems a bit lighter, too...

=====
Cheapass Ron
'87 Scirocco 16Victor
Pet Peeve du jour:  It's GTI not GTi!!  Read the nameplate!  (US only)

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