Was fixin' to make an 800 mile surprise visit to mom last night only to find the nose strut flat again.

I've got the kit to service the seals, but since my lower tube (the one with the chrome on it) is pretty seriously pitted, i'm considering replacing the tube at the same time.

I've found a new tube for $535.00 which is a good deal, or could use a serviceable one from salvage.

A new tube requires some machining for the bottom plug, so i'm leaning towards the salvage unit.

Anyone have any input at to why i should purchase the new as opposed to a salvage part?