Jethrro Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I have been looking to replace the front struts on my 85 gl hatchback and can't seem to locate any at the local parts houses. Tried car quest and Esp locally and no luck. I'm new to the world of Subaru and haven't found all the secret vendors yet. Any information would be extremely helpful. Thanks in advance. Jonas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l75eya Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Rockauto.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thornleyjacob Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I did the Gabriel Struts and King Springs for the front end on my brat; lot better than what it had on when I got it. As far as the struts are concerned, since some people have reported bad news with the Gabriel struts, as soon as they were on I took the rig out into the mountains for Elk Hunting season... did some definite offroading with the vehicle and the struts survived (~1000 miles). Now to get the rear fixed up, but working on my cooling system first. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bratman2 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 (edited) I went with Sachs on the front of my Brat recently. Very nice struts but a little pricey. I replaced somewhere around 15 year old Gabriel struts. I can't say the Gabriel struts were bad. Especially considering what they cost. Just make sure they are for what version of 85 GL you have. If it is for an EA82 GL or EA81 GL. I got them from Rockauto also!! Edited October 24, 2014 by bratman2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
somick Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 NO for roach auto!!! You will get the wrong stuff! I got mine at JC Witney - lowest price plus free shipping. Sam 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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