Can't get bolt on top of struts off
Can't get bolt on top of struts off
Looking 4 help getting the bolt that holds the struts off
The one that in the middle of the cast chamber.It spin n want break free I have replaced the back shocks need help on struts?
The one that in the middle of the cast chamber.It spin n want break free I have replaced the back shocks need help on struts?
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Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
An impact gun will usually do the trick.
Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
The nut n shaft turns when u use a impact gun r wrench
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Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
You need to remove it from the spindle on the lower section, and take the three nuts loose off the top of the strut mount.
Pretty much the same thing just on a newer model:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UY-RzHCzWA
Pretty much the same thing just on a newer model:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UY-RzHCzWA
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Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
grab piston with vise grips, if you are replacing they. vise grips on new, unless very high up.
Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
Is there a way to just take the bolt off with out removing the whole assembly
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Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
In order to change the whole strut you have to remove the whole thing.
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04 Comp. Orange Coupe #348
93 Reef Blue SSP LX Coupe (SOLD)
91 Wild Strawberry Coupe (SOLD)
93 Teal and Black #1521 (SOLD)
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04 Mystichrome Coupe #529 of #1010 (SOLD)
04 Comp. Orange Coupe #348
93 Reef Blue SSP LX Coupe (SOLD)
91 Wild Strawberry Coupe (SOLD)
93 Teal and Black #1521 (SOLD)
93 Vibrant Red and Leather #3038 (SOLD)
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Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
Use a Powerful impact gun, like an Ingersoll-Rand, not a Craftsman or off brand chinese. Should come right off without spinning the shaft.
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Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
And make sure you have good air volume and at least 90 psi .
Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
You could always try a NUT SPLITTER ... :-/ It could damage the threads on the Strut if your not careful.
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Re: Can't get bolt on top of struts off
When I changed mine out I had them off the car and put a little heat on them. Used a screw driver and a boxed end wrench. Worked fine but all I needed was the dust cover so I didn't care if I screwed them up or not. But it didn't harm anything
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