New Dust Boots for Tokico Blue Shocks?

[hansQ45]

Question for for? I just bought a set of Tokico Blue shocks and struts for my 1996 Q45. I noticed that when Joe sells them (Everything Infiniti) he also sells the new dust boots with them.

Here's my question.... Should I order the new dust boots from him or go ahead and try to reuse the old, original dust boots?

As usual, your advice is appreciated!

Thanks!

[Fenvy]

i have kyb strut boots, I ordered them from tirerack

if your old dust boot is dying it maybe be a good idea to get a replacement.... you sure dont want rocks and dust getting into your shocks

[szh]

You should definitely consider changing the dust boots - particularly if they are even the slightest bit torn. They are relatively inexpensive for the cost and effort. Since you have the shocks off already, it is a minor additive expense and time.

Z

[911/Q45]

Definitely replace them! Besides the dust protection, the bump stop is built into it. Also replace the upper spring seat rubber while it's apart. Cheap stuff, well worth it.

[hansQ45]

Thanks everyone for the input. I decided to follow "911/Q45's" advice.

I ordered the dust boots and the upper and lower spring seat rubber parts. I ordered the parts from http://www.everythinginfiniti.com. Joe was at lunch and I spoke to Frank. He was very helpful.

Thanks again for the input! I'm liking that Q45 more and more each day.