I need to replace my suspension, nothing fancy, I'll go OE. My car was built feb/2002, has the weird suspension and can't find anything but original equipment, twice the price as those built after 3/2002.
Has anyone changed the front suspension? Can I reuse the springs? I tried different website, but found no info or "Call you local dealer". I found some threads listing the parts I need, but made no reference to the springs.
Comments welcome.
Thanks.

 

I have a 2002 MCS with the Sport Suspension. I used Pelican Parts and purchased their Sachs Sport struts for all 4 corners along with all of the associated mounts etc. I also had them ship me tower support plates from Maddness. I selected the Sachs because I no longer track my car and I wanted to maintain the original factory ride. These did the trick and I'm glad I went with the Sachs, they were quite affordable through Pelican.

BTW, the Madness tower support plates pulled the slight mushroom down level again when I tightened the installation bolts.


If you're doing your struts you might as well replace your control arm bushings if you haven't already.

 

I sent a message to Pelican, I was told the only option for my car is the OEM. I was planning on changing the support plates and the sway bar IF I can reuse the springs. If I can't reuse the springs, then I will have to stay with the current configuration, pay premium for OEM struts and use the car for another 100k....or until it drops flat on its belly.
I do need to change one of the control arm bushings, might as well change both sides.
Thank you for your reply.

 

Now you got my interest. I'll have to research my Bentley manual to see if the is mention or photos of your setup. Without seeing your setup I can't comment on reusing the springs. I reused mine as the car still maintained its normal ride height.

Good luck with your search

 

Curious if suspension can be converted to 3/02 version.