as you all know "classy cat" is a girl that needs some work.. she purs, but I want her to ROAR!!!!.

yesterday, i was checking some rust underneath and it turns out that most of the suspension, breaks, axles, etc... everything under her is rusted... everything still works... but I really need to get some shocks, wheel hubs, break lines, etc....


where is the best site for this kinda items?... specially if you are on a budget?


thanks a bunch

 

Hi Rama

I tend to go between a "general" online parts supplier like PartsTrain for easy stuff, ie brake pads, rotors, etc and use Jagbits.com for the difficult stuff thats hard to find, ie trim pieces.

You need to use a little bit of smarts when deciding whether to get OEM parts, or whether an aftermarket part would do (as they will be considerably cheaper). I would post here for advice on that one.

 

rockauto.com has good prices and service and 5% discount codes are all over the net (shoforum.com). HTH

 

Recently started rebuilding my '91 after sitting for years. Cost me about $800 in parts for the suspension and brake components just within both front wheel wells.

You could save about $300 if you rebuild the lower ball joints and calipers yourself. I didn't replace the lower control arm bushings yet (waiting until I work on the exhaust) nor have I gotten to rear-end yet. Lots of other stuff too.

I shop around a lot, mostly use Motorcars Ltd. and PartsGeek.

 

Very nice Ron. Lots of satisfaction in doing a good job like this. Are you going to do the rear end as well ?

I'm contemplating doing mine myself but would like to follow someone elses experiences !