So I now have springs for my LT and need to order FE5 Shocks/struts. Easy enough, or so I thought. Well, I have no idea what extras I need to buy to install them and what, if any, parts I can/should reuse from my FE1 suspension. I mean the new struts don't come with dust boots and I assume the boots from my FE1 won't work (though even if they would, they don't have much life left), nor do they come with bolts, spring seats, insulators, etc, etc.

So, what needs to be bought new to go along with the LNF shocks, struts, and springs to put them on my 09 LT? What can/should I reuse?

 

Here is a link that will give you a good idea on all the components
2008 - 2010 Cobalt SS Turbo Front Strut Parts
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The above breakdown should provide all the information you need. As far as the front strut assembly the geometry of the parts are the same as your FE1 components so things like dust boots are interchangeable. Though if you've had sufficient road debris and miles that the stock boots don't have much life left I would suggest installing all new parts for the complete strut assembly. Just know you can re-use components if you need to. If you re-use the top-hat/isolater/bearing remove, clean, and regrease the pivot bearing after making sure it is still in decent condition.