I am trying to improve the condition of my 2nd gen. How difficult a job is it to replace the front struts and rear shocks. It seems from what diagrams I can find that the rear shocks might not be too bad, but the front struts could pose a significant challenge. Also, how do you tell if they are bad and/or could use replacement. Also, I know that I need to install new control/camber links (have seen them called both). How difficult a job is this? Also, I would like to upgrade my coupe to have a rear wiper, what kind of job does this pose? I figure that I will need to replace the rear hatch class and left side hatch support and then wire to the harness which should already be in the car, right? I may not install the washer, i really just want a rear wiper. It blows my mind that a car with such a large rear window angled the way it is did not come standard with a rear wiper, its annoying.

Final question, my car does not have cruise, but if I were to get ambitious and try to upgrade from junkyard parts, provided they work, what exactly do I need. I know i need the switch for inside the car, an actuator that is found on the right rear of the engine compartment and a cruise control computer, the location of which is currently unknown to me. I have a pretty decent 88 vert junker that has cruise, should be able to get all the parts if I know what they are and kind find em. .

 

refreshing once, cuz I kinda need a response quick

 

Yeh its annoying. I have to get a cloth every morning and wipe it down.

 

Shoot I removed mine.
From what I understand its very simple to remove and replace the suspention all the way around.
You might not even have to take all the wheels off.

 

Front struts aren't difficult to replace, but you will need a spring compressor. If you've never done this type of work, it may be best to have an experienced helper, or just take them to a shop. Other than removing/replacing the springs, there are only about 6 or 7 bolts to remove the strut. 4 at the top, under the hood, and 2 holding the bottom of the strut to the steering knuckle. Slip the clamp off of the brake hose holder, and that's it. The whole strut will drop right out.