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    2007 Dodge Grand Caravan - Front Strut Assemblies

    There are clunks and rattles coming from the front end. I replaced the stabilizer-bar end links (which got rid of some of the noise), but there's something else going on. There's no discernible play in the ball joints, tie-rod ends, or stabilizer-bar bushings. The CV boots are intact. I've...
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    2007 Dodge Grand Caravan - Front Strut Assemblies

    I'm not sure if this is the right product - as far as I know, the van has standard suspension. Where would I find the three-letter code (Zxx)? Is it part of the VIN?
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    2007 Dodge Grand Caravan - Front Strut Assemblies

    I have two pairs of spring compressors, which makes it easier.
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    Auto-rx not available to ship to Canada

    A week or so ago I was organizing my various automotive chemicals, and was surprised to find two bottles of Auto-Rx. I thought it was a decent product - bought 10 or 12 c. 2009.
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    2007 Dodge Grand Caravan - Front Strut Assemblies

    I installed bare Monroe struts in a van about 25 years ago and was very disappointed in the ride. Maybe I just got a bad pair. Are they typically OK?
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    2007 Dodge Grand Caravan - Front Strut Assemblies

    I should check, but haven't. I suspect the parts are sold separately, at $1000/side.
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    2007 Dodge Grand Caravan - Front Strut Assemblies

    The 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan, purchased cheaply in March 2021, continues to serve us well. It's now at 287,000 km (178,000 miles) and the front struts, which I suspect are original, are due for replacement. There's some clunking from the front end, and the ride is a bit harsh. I've checked...
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    RIP Claude Lemieux

    CTE was my first thought when I heard the cause of death. 😔
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    Please stop the dog threads.

    Fat biking in mild temperatures with a beautiful dog, and foothills on the horizon - this checks some boxes for me!
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    Photo Thread for Unusual Vehicles

    1960 Chrysler Newport?
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    Floor Jack Acting Up.

    I've had no luck trying to find someone local to repair/rebuild my old floor jack. It seems the cheapest fail after a year or so, and the better ones might last four years. I recently bought a big heavy DeWalt - hoping it will last.
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    Large Crescent wrenches for tie rod ends

    Last year I changed out the tie-rod ends on friends' 3rd-gen (2011? 2012?) Toyota Sienna van - was thrilled to use the neglected 24 mm wrench. 😉
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    2013 Dodge Grand Caravan - Replacement Struts

    My friend bought the FCS struts assemblies last year, and this morning we finally made time to get together and install them. Removal of the old ones and installation of the new ones went well. We replaced the stabilizer-bar end links at the same time. We'll see how they stand up - I'll...
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    German company making parts to improve looks of model 3

    I've never liked the "aero" look of certain cars. Back when the Ford Taurus came out (1986?), I thought it was hideous, like a cockroach or something. A few years later I saw one missing the blank panel on the front, and thought it looked a lot better. And therefore, I think this aftermarket...
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    Honda 1.5L Turbo Reliability?

    Likewise Mazda's 1.5 litre E5 engine in our '82 GLC.
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