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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 07:35 PM
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Well I received the roush kit, but I only received 2 out of the 4 locking nuts (hole in the box). Can I re-use the factory ones? Where can I get some more besides roush?


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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 07:58 PM
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These are for the sway bar end links to the strut assembly, correct?
Old Feb 12, 2009 | 10:43 AM
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I know this is a dump question, but anyone - please?
Old Feb 12, 2009 | 11:08 AM
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You should be able to re-use the old nuts. Make sure the teflon in the nut is not tore up so that it stays put.
Old Feb 12, 2009 | 11:47 AM
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What are the nuts for, correct??
Reuse the factory ones with some blue loctite.
Or contact Roush or the Vendor for replacemnts.
Old Feb 12, 2009 | 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by 157db
What are the nuts for, correct??
I was just trying to make sure :/
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 05:35 AM
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If they wont hold the recommended ft/lbs of TQ then get factory replacements.....technically they were designed to be single use fasteners....but many reuse with the above suggestions
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 08:47 PM
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+1 aslong as they pass a visual inspection and will take the TQ do it!
use blue locktight if your worried about it.
if your really worried about it go to a fastener shop and they will have it for sure... we have 2 in edmonton but your not from here so sorry no help there.
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