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Jun 8, 2006 | 07:51 PM

vho69

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From: Reinholds pa

upper control arm removal

I need to know if you have to remove the fan shroud to get the upper arm off. I,m in the middle of installing the VBP mono spring and upper arm kit. thanks for any help

Jun 8, 2006 | 08:03 PM

SmokinBBC

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From: Oak Ridge NC

I replaced mine on a stock 70 SB and did not remove the shroud.

Jun 8, 2006 | 08:06 PM

vho69

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From: Reinholds pa

Do the bolts going through the shaft come out

Jun 8, 2006 | 08:12 PM

JPhil

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From: Loveland Colo

I didn't, but I did have to remove the fan and fan surround and all the shroud bolts and pry it around with a bar......

Jun 8, 2006 | 08:15 PM

chris73cpe

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yes, they are a very tight fit on the frame, but can be taken out with some effort

Jun 8, 2006 | 08:21 PM

vho69

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From: Reinholds pa

Quote:

Originally Posted by chris73cpe

yes, they are a very tight fit on the frame, but can be taken out with some effort

thanks I, m going out and give it a try

Jun 8, 2006 | 08:43 PM

eddiemeddiem

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I got them off on a 70 big block without removing the fan shroud. I did have to remove the bolts that mount them to the frame on the passenger side though. A few hits with a good size hammer/sledge knocked them out. They're splined like lug studs or the rear shock mounts...

Good luck, it's not too difficult!