Opinions on ways to approach a job requested.

[urbancynic]

In the future I plan to replace the ball joints, control arms, CABs, and the steering rack.

I figure it would be easier to just go ahead and drop the sub-frame to accomplish all of this and re-install it as a unit.

Also figure I might as well do motor mounts while I'm there.

Do I have the right plan of action to make this easier/faster, or should I just approach each component separately on the car?

I have an engine support frame, so supporting the motor wouldn't be a problem. But I will be doing this on jack stands in a driveway.

Its been quite some time since I've really looked under the car, so I feel I may be missing some info critical to the job. Thats why I'm asking the experts.

[jlevie]

You don't have to drop the subframe to do this, but that is an acceptable method.

[urbancynic]

You don't have to drop the subframe to do this, but that is an acceptable method.

Yeah. Didn't think I really had to, just thought it might be easier to drop it as a unit, replace all necessary parts, and re-install as a unit.

[Farbin Kaiber]

You will want an upper engine support bar if you go that route. They can be rented at most autoparts stores.

OTC Tools & Equipment (SPX) 4324 Stinger Engine Support Bar

[urbancynic]

You will want an upper engine support bar if you go that route. They can be rented at most autoparts stores.

OTC Tools & Equipment (SPX) 4324 Stinger Engine Support Bar

Already have one. Bought it a year or so ago to assist with clutch jobs on VW's.

Works wonderfully.