it only took me half an hour. you need a spring compressor though Ill warn you about that. if you try to take off the center bolt on top of the strut without compressing the coil first.... well if you survive what will happen you will be pretty pissed about the incident lol. my advice is to either get step by step instructions on the procedure for removal (available online
http://www.partsource.ca/doityourself/JOM_April2005.asp) , or get it done at a shop. I did my own but I have the advantage of access to a fully stocked auto shop.