Re: 97 Camry - When to replace struts?

In article <1108837006.908608.214680@z14g2000cwz.googlegroups.com>,
[email]condor_222@yahoo.com[/email] says...
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>Dear experts,
>I have a 97 Camry XLE with 125K miles on it.
>I'm told that I should now change the front and
>rear Macpherson struts.
>Is it time to change them? Or, how can I tell
>if the struts need changing?[/color]

You can do a visual inspection to see if any of the struts are leaking.

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>What differences should I feel in the handling
>after replacing them? If any?[/color]

You should end up with a smoother more controlled ride.
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>Do struts wear out like brakes and tires, or
>do they just work, or not, like an electrical part?[/color]

They slowly wear out. Sometimes they do completely fail if
you blow a seal. The wear is gradual so chances are you may not
notice the difference until you put new ones in.
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>How much do they affect your wheel alignment?[/color]

Not sure what you mean. When you change them, you should get the cars
alignment checked.
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Alex