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Question posted by brucemcgay on December 14th, 2012

Front Suspension

What sort of suspension system does the 2005 imp RV have on the front end. I am trying to replace some parts after an accident and I dont know whether to buy shocks or struts. I am also wondering how to hook them up to the frame.

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