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Re: help with strut shock top nut (archive)
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Posted by Terje on June 19, 2000 at 00:42:39:

In Reply to: help with strut shock top nut posted by Martin on June 18, 2000 at 18:38:27:

: I've got a front strut out of the 02 but can loosen the top nut of the shock. It looks like you have to hold the spring top cover fixed while loosening the top nut. Is this right? Is is the only way? Do I need a vice that can open about 6" for the spring top cover? TIA.

If the little goodie on the top of the strut is mangled and you have nothing to hold the shock rod with while you turn the nut then an air impact wrench is the only way to go. Compress the spring and take the whole outfit to a local garage and have them pop it off. Saves lots of hassle. I agree with Dwight 100%, only way to go when you are stuck. Terje

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