strut mounts and struts question

[mr.zenki]

do you replace strut mounts (are they the things that located on top of the struts where you bolt your strut bar on) when you install new struts/shocks and lowering springs?

side question. how hard is it to install new struts/shocks by yourself? i wanna learn more about car. i have no experience with cars b4

[JeromeS13]

As long as they aren't worn out, you can reuse them.

And, its relatively easy and should only take a few hours.

[mr.zenki]

do i need any powered tool? or hand tools can do the job just fine?

[JeromeS13]

I've yet to use power tools when doing suspension work.

[Malac0da13]

doesnt it only get challenging when swaping the springs?

[JeromeS13]

Technically, he is sort of swapping springs if he keeps his old strut mounts. At least the same steps and amount of work is the same. Just rent a set of spring compressors from Auto Zone for free (deposit is refunded upon return) and you'll be set.