The 2 is at the shop - Your input

[jsbihn]

So I dropped the Hummer at the shop the other day and of course they come back with a laundry list of things it needs.
The big things for right now is the front suspension.
According to them it needs
New Hubs, New Pitman and Idler arms
They are saying thats about 1800 worth of parts.

I am wondering if there is anyone out there that has a recommendation to aftermarket better parts and also any ideas of what else you would do when doing these components

Also,
how are is it for someone to do this by themselves?
This is my first truck to work on so I am curious.
I have the gm service manuals - but they arent the best in a step by step.
I can definitely turn a wrench and I am experienced with doing alot of modifying with cars.
Thanks