Problem removing struts on a 79
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Burning Brakes
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Problem removing struts on a 79
I tried to change the struts(shocks) on my 79 today. I removed the nut on top,and tried to remove the two bolts on the bottom. One came out easily the other loosened a bit then began spinning. When I felt it with my finger I realized the bolt had strange head. I looked at my assembly manual and i think the part thats spinning is the weld nut. I never had this trouble with the 78. How do I get the weld nut off or at least get it tightened again. :conehead :confused:
[Modified by A78Corvette, 4:05 AM 5/28/2004]
[Modified by A78Corvette, 4:05 AM 5/28/2004]
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Burning Brakes
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From: Dixie TN
Re: Problem removing struts on a 79 (A78Corvette)
After getting an e mail I believe I have a weld nut spinning on both front control arms. Will this mean removing both lower control arms? Do I need to have these welded back or buy new control arms? :skep:
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Re: Problem removing struts on a 79 (A78Corvette)
The nuts are just tack welded to the lower control arm. If you have a MIG welder you can weld them in place. I run a bolt up to hold the nut in position then you can get the MIG gun in between the coil spring and shoot it.
Gary
Gary
