We would like to help you out but we need more details. The DeLorean do not use struts in the suspension system, I assume you are talking shock absorbers. When describing specific components we need the section, subsection, group and figure number from the manual you are referencing. Ex: The headlight switch (Parts Manual 3/6/2 fig. 17) DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx> Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com> ----- Original Message ----- From: <Delorean17@xxxx> To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Tuesday, March 14, 2000 2:09 PM Subject: [DML] rear shock damage > Hello, > I need to replace both of the rear struts on my 1981 DeLorean. The > dampener cracked in 1/2 on the drivers side(#1 in parts manual). The spring > is now resting on the frame and I dont want this to cause damage. how hard > is this to remove? can someone please tell me the procedure. should I just > jack up the car and pull it off? please let me know what I should do here. > Should I just take it into NAPA and have them cross it over for the new ones? > > Thank you, > David > #2496