I am trying to plan a weekend front suspension rebuild. it is all baised around the fact that My 300 TD has 230K, and wears out the inside of the right front tire...

I know lower control arm mounts will be part of the operation. So there will be a spring compressor involved. That leads me to wounder if new springs would be the smart option, seeings how I dont want to take it apart twice. My questions revolve around the decisions based on what parts to order. Do I need new spring shims? Are they rubber? as Most of the rubber on the car is trashed. If I was to replace the springs, lower control arm mount, guide rod adjustment mount, and upper control arms, would that be a good beginning? The ball joints (I am told) are sound, and 'tight' enough to pass a safety inspection, so I would hope to avoid that part of the operation at the moment. It is looking like a 500.00 doller bill just in parts for the front and rear springs. That is Ok, just not looking to throw money around if the old parts are serviceable. Looking for some of your opinions and experience, as I HOPE to order parts by tomorow afternoon.
Thanks,
Jason

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