Howdy all, I'm going to delve into the world of changing my front wheel bearings this afternoon and was looking for any suggestions or pointers that anyone may have. It's a 1997 2wd, 2.3l.

Should I swap out brake pads since I'll have it all apart anyway? And maybe replace the front shocks? I think they were both last changed about 2 years ago. Thinking it might make sense because it will be torn apart.

Thanks.

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1997 2wd, 2.3l, 5spd, 345,000 miles. Original motor and tranny.