Need help removing rear shocks!!
01-20-2007, 09:33 PM
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RE: Need help removing rear shocks!!
I just installed a new Saleen suspension system on my 06 GT. I used a 3/8 Air inpact and it zipped them off with no problem without spinning the shock. The best way I found was to pulse the gun. If you don't have one Advance will lend one to you. You have to pay for it but they will refund the cost after your done.
01-20-2007, 09:45 PM
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RE: Need help removing rear shocks!!
ORIGINAL: GTR1
I just installed a new Saleen suspension system on my 06 GT. I used a 3/8 Air inpact and it zipped them off with no problem without spinning the shock. The best way I found was to pulse the gun. If you don't have one Advance will lend one to you. You have to pay for it but they will refund the cost after your done.
I just installed a new Saleen suspension system on my 06 GT. I used a 3/8 Air inpact and it zipped them off with no problem without spinning the shock. The best way I found was to pulse the gun. If you don't have one Advance will lend one to you. You have to pay for it but they will refund the cost after your done.
01-20-2007, 09:52 PM
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RE: Need help removing rear shocks!!
You may have to thread the nut back down a little way and then take a cutoff wheel to the portion where you messed the threads up and simply cut that portion off. But my guess is you do not have that kind of tool.. CrazyAl is correct the threads go all the way to the top
Richard
Richard
01-21-2007, 12:35 AM
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RE: Need help removing rear shocks!!
ORIGINAL: CrazyAl
Look closely. The threads do go all the way to the top. There are two flat spots where they cut the threads away so you can put a wrench on there--at first glance it might look like there are no threads, but they are there.
ORIGINAL: blk05stang
There aren't any threads on the the top 1/4 inch of the bolt thats why I used the vice grips. I was able to get if off by having somone hold the top of the shock so it didnt turn in the wheel well. Thanks for the suggestions.
There aren't any threads on the the top 1/4 inch of the bolt thats why I used the vice grips. I was able to get if off by having somone hold the top of the shock so it didnt turn in the wheel well. Thanks for the suggestions.
BTW I really like the Tokico D-specs. I put them 5 turns from full hard and the car rides just like stock with the eibach pro-kit springs. Then I tried 1 turn from hard and the car was very tight and I could feel every bump on the road but had much better handling and steering response. It's also a piece of cake to adjust them and takes about 2 mins for all 4. I highly recommend this mod!!
01-21-2007, 03:06 AM
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RE: Need help removing rear shocks!!
ORIGINAL: 06GT4RAD
You may have to thread the nut back down a little way and then take a cutoff wheel to the portion where you messed the threads up and simply cut that portion off. But my guess is you do not have that kind of tool.. CrazyAl is correct the threads go all the way to the top
Richard
You may have to thread the nut back down a little way and then take a cutoff wheel to the portion where you messed the threads up and simply cut that portion off. But my guess is you do not have that kind of tool.. CrazyAl is correct the threads go all the way to the top
Richard
If worst comes to worst: Dremel with cutoff wheel. Prep area to catch shavings first. Wear eye pro.
01-21-2007, 03:34 AM
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RE: Need help removing rear shocks!!
ORIGINAL: blk05stang
Yeap you're right. I'm surprised I didn't screw up the threads with the vice grips but they were still fine.
BTW I really like the Tokico D-specs. I put them 5 turns from full hard and the car rides just like stock with the eibach pro-kit springs. Then I tried 1 turn from hard and the car was very tight and I could feel every bump on the road but had much better handling and steering response. It's also a piece of cake to adjust them and takes about 2 mins for all 4. I highly recommend this mod!!
ORIGINAL: CrazyAl
Look closely. The threads do go all the way to the top. There are two flat spots where they cut the threads away so you can put a wrench on there--at first glance it might look like there are no threads, but they are there.
ORIGINAL: blk05stang
There aren't any threads on the the top 1/4 inch of the bolt thats why I used the vice grips. I was able to get if off by having somone hold the top of the shock so it didnt turn in the wheel well. Thanks for the suggestions.
There aren't any threads on the the top 1/4 inch of the bolt thats why I used the vice grips. I was able to get if off by having somone hold the top of the shock so it didnt turn in the wheel well. Thanks for the suggestions.
BTW I really like the Tokico D-specs. I put them 5 turns from full hard and the car rides just like stock with the eibach pro-kit springs. Then I tried 1 turn from hard and the car was very tight and I could feel every bump on the road but had much better handling and steering response. It's also a piece of cake to adjust them and takes about 2 mins for all 4. I highly recommend this mod!!
01-21-2007, 01:46 PM
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RE: Need help removing rear shocks!!
ORIGINAL: fairlane292
You did 5 turns from full hard, what are max turns for the softest setting? and could you try this setting and report back? ...would really appreciate it. Thanks
ORIGINAL: blk05stang
Yeap you're right. I'm surprised I didn't screw up the threads with the vice grips but they were still fine.
BTW I really like the Tokico D-specs. I put them 5 turns from full hard and the car rides just like stock with the eibach pro-kit springs. Then I tried 1 turn from hard and the car was very tight and I could feel every bump on the road but had much better handling and steering response. It's also a piece of cake to adjust them and takes about 2 mins for all 4. I highly recommend this mod!!
Yeap you're right. I'm surprised I didn't screw up the threads with the vice grips but they were still fine.
BTW I really like the Tokico D-specs. I put them 5 turns from full hard and the car rides just like stock with the eibach pro-kit springs. Then I tried 1 turn from hard and the car was very tight and I could feel every bump on the road but had much better handling and steering response. It's also a piece of cake to adjust them and takes about 2 mins for all 4. I highly recommend this mod!!