Recently had a leak fixed (no major part) and recharged. Total was $120. I took it to a regular, reputable shop that specializes in honest work. It would be interesting if they are quoting replacement of a major AC component to stop a leak.

Struts and shocks seem to have been covered. Even if you have access to a strut compressor I believe you should leave that to an experienced person. We once took a short cut and did not fully compress a spring. The spring came out of the compressor, struck an overhead door and did enough damage to scare us into never taking that short cut again. If it had been one of us in the path of the spring it would have been serious injury or potentially death . . . don't mean to scare you but rather share an experience. Steve

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Steve
'87 300TD - 132K - Soon 4-Sale
'84 300D Turbo - 122K - Driving
'77 VW Type II - 77K - Restored
'08 250EX Ninja
English Bulldog (Brier) - My best friend. Passed away 12/02/04 while in my arms.