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The 700/900 FAQ is almost entirely applicable to the 240. The only difference is that the 740 has some different/more parts that come off the strut assembly once you remove the top nut.
The green books are available as PDF's at k-jet.org. Worth getting a copy of the Bentley 240 manual as well. Read these.
Once the strut is outside of the fender, I rest the bottom on a floor jack, and use some rope to keep the strut upright:
http://picasaweb.google.com/RyanR76/240Struts#5315113751500415618
Notice the I reattached the tie rod after lowering the strut out. I did this for a counterhold so I could get the gland nut off. **Don't do this** That steering rack was leaking and old and being replaced. I had is chocked, etc.
The only hard part is getting a stubborn gland nut off. If yours is stuck, get ready to remove the strut tube from the car, and hit it with a pair of pipe wrenches.
Just be *real* careful with the springs. Use a good spring compressor, and lube it up with grease. An impact wrench is real handy for doing struts.
Good luck!
-Ryan
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Athens, Ohio
1987 245 DL 314k, Dog-mobile
1990 245 DL 134k M47, E-codes, GT Sway Bars, GT Braces, Draco Wheels
1991 745 GL 300k, Regina, 23/21mm Turbo Sway Bars
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