Removing struts / shock mounts
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Instructor
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Pullman WA
Removing struts / shock mounts
I've read a lot of posts on here about how difficult it is to remove the shock mounts when you want to replace the struts. I soaked mine in solvent for 3 days, then hammered the crap out of them with a 4 pound sledge hammer, and did manage to move them this way, but it was still difficult. Then, I went and got a 2 jaw gear puller (performance tool part number W87122) and was able to use that. I got the shock mounts out in about 2 minutes. I should have done this a week ago.
Just a heads up for anyone doing this job- skip all the other advice and just get that gear puller.
Just a heads up for anyone doing this job- skip all the other advice and just get that gear puller.
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2011
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From: Goose Creek SC
I've read a lot of posts on here about how difficult it is to remove the shock mounts when you want to replace the struts. I soaked mine in solvent for 3 days, then hammered the crap out of them with a 4 pound sledge hammer, and did manage to move them this way, but it was still difficult. Then, I went and got a 2 jaw gear puller (performance tool part number W87122) and was able to use that. I got the shock mounts out in about 2 minutes. I should have done this a week ago.
Just a heads up for anyone doing this job- skip all the other advice and just get that gear puller.
Just a heads up for anyone doing this job- skip all the other advice and just get that gear puller.
thanks,
Air hammer is the way we did it too. No problems.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Russell Ontario
St. Jude Donor '09
When I used the air hammer I keep the nut install it backwards and hammer till it's loose, the nut prevents the mount from flaring so it will still come out. I have pics if you want.
Burning Brakes
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From: Naperville Illinois
