I had the oil cooler hoses replaced last week, and found the driver side engine mount completely shot. Figuring that the passenger side shock is most likely in the same condition, I want to replace it.

Looking at the parts, there is the shock, and the shock mounting kit. Is it necessary to replace the shock mounting kit, or can I reuse the old one with the new shock? Also, it looks pretty straight forward replacing it, is there anything that I need to be aware of?

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1989 300E
103,500 miles

1982 300SD
Sold but not forgotten