I'm definitely in the save money camp. However, when it comes to things like control arm bushings or motor mounts, I will spend the extra money for Dealer parts. I'm definitely believe that if I do it myself I can be assured that it was done correctly, or done at all. However, I also look at basic economics.

To safely compress and decompress a MB spring, you need the correct spring compressor. They ain't cheap. Balljoints? You've got to get them out and press them in. Tie Rod ends? Do you really want to start hammering on your MB suspension withy with a pickle fork or should you buy the tool? I bought that tool and it made the tie-rods job a pleasure. Control arm bushings? Same thing, you need the proper tool.

Therefore, in my way of looking at things, you have to ask yourself just how many times are you going to do this job? Is it worth it to spend money on tools that you may never use again? For me the answer is no, I'm not buying those tools and I avoid a pig of a job.

Steve