I've done some suspension (and other) work on this car, but the tires are wearing badly. All 4 tie rods, sway bars (large GPP models) and end links have been replaced within the past 10K miles. Struts are the Koni red adjustable inserts that required re-using and modifying the old strut body, but they have more than 80K miles on them and don't damp as well as they should. Also the control arms, bushings and ball joints no doubt are shot. I'm taking it to a suspension shop that I trust on Monday, but am pretty much assuming these old components are going to need replacing.
I am planning on going with stock front GM control arms and UMI rear control arms. The ZZP front control arms seem too spendy for this 160K mile daily driver. Unlike some of you, this isn't a cherished car for me. Sorry, just reality.
I guess it comes down to which struts and springs should I get? I know how important these are. Unfortunately, I'm not sure if I can practically do the Koni red insert thing again using the old strut body. I think welding the body to the insert was part of the process, and may be a one-time thing. Of course the old springs are worn also. I don't want to lower the car, the GTP is already low enough. I am also well aware that increasing spring rate without increasing strut damping is a losing proposition, resulting in a harsh, underdamped ride.
Anybody here have some proven results with a good strut/spring combo?
