So I've seen a lot about how prone to breaking, the bolts that secure the rear shocks to the LCA are, but I am curious about the potential for an incident like that while replacing the front struts. Anything in particular that I should be careful with or drench with P'Blaster before hitting with an impact?

 

Never had a problem with the fronts.

 

Then it looks like I've a project for Saturday!
Thanks.

 

Yeah the bottom of the front struts has a clamping arrangement that is seldom a problem to take apart. The cross bolt at the bottom of the "fork" thing can get rusted up but I don't think it has to be removed to replace the struts.

 

Glad to hear it - thanks again.

 

Yup, fronts are generally very easy to replace. Rears are the PITA for any first time removal.