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[3rd Gen : 96-00]: Rust issue on strut top

Old Feb 24, 2014 | 12:34 PM
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Default Rust issue on strut top

My 99 Grand caravan has a rust hole on top of the front drivers side strut support, It is 4" by 2" and I know I need to fix it soon. I read somewhere in here about somebody replacing the whole area with a plate they welded in. Any idea where I could find such a plate? Trying to get all my parts on hand so I can start as soon as it warms up.
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Old Feb 24, 2014 | 03:26 PM
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Chrysler makes a kit for it. Also available on parts websites. Very common problem on many forums. Lots of info out there.

Here's one of the better threads on the subject - 8 pages, 78 posts with pictures and links. There are many others: http://forum.chryslerminivan.net/sho...ht=strut+tower
 

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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 01:36 PM
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Thanks for the help local dealer had strut repair cap for $40, installation kit for $29
passed on epoxy for $71 will find alternative source

Part numbers if needed:
right side 0580008AA
left side 0580009AA
cap repair kit package 05086513AB
adhesive 0583855AA
called for dispenser for adhesive dealer could not call up 05016570AA
Mentions TSB 23-044-02 for labor ops and other equipment required
 

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