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Old Feb 16, 2023 | 05:40 PM
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Does anyone know what size and thread type is the rear shock bolt is, I am getting a heavy duty spindle knocker made for me. Want to make sure it is the wright size.
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Old Feb 16, 2023 | 05:53 PM
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I believe that either or both Ecklers and Mid America sell one of the tools. It could save you the time and effort....

Or you could pull off the nut, and investigate for yourself.
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Old Feb 16, 2023 | 05:57 PM
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Just go to Lowes or Home Depot and buy a 3/8" pipe cap.
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Old Feb 16, 2023 | 06:01 PM
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Ok thankyou
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FWIW, I think he meant to say 5/8"

5/8 x 18 is the thread size of the shock mount
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Last edited by Mooser; Feb 16, 2023 at 08:45 PM. Reason: 3/8 pipe thread
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Great
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https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...oval-tool.html

See post #15
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I never realized there was a tool for that application, I've always left a nut threaded on the end of whatever threaded part I was driving out.
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, just need to protect the corner of the thread
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The spindle knocker is for the spindle or axle and the shock mount tool is similar. It is worth the $20 or so if you want to save the mounts.
The knurl on the mount will be flat when removed so it is not going to grab as it should.
sometimes the mount is seized to center of the bushing sleeve and then you will have to cut it off
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