2002 Oldsmobile Alero Broken Spring

89,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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OLDSHELP
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Is this what I have, a broken spring? it cost effective to replace this on a car of this age?
What is it likely to cost?
Mar 17, 2010 at 2:58 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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whats happening with your vehicle?
Apr 3, 2010 at 7:01 AM
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OLDSHELP
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Here is a picture. Looks like it rusted through; is this a common problem? GM should be ashamed. I am glad this did not happen on the road; just sitting in the driveway with a little snow on it.

I think it is not safe to drive because the wheel rubs the fender.
Apr 3, 2010 at 2:35 PM
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LEGITIMATE007
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sure, did you get a couple of estimates? shouldnt be too much, you could even purchase the spring yourself, and have it put on(just pay for labor), but now that i think about it. you'll need to replace both, the other will have wear on it and this one will be brand new, it like replacing one strut.
Apr 3, 2010 at 3:47 PM
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