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Mar 10, 2011 | 08:20 PM

#21

kimmer

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Not being a smart *** Jim, but if you have to ask how you should have someone do it for you and observe, it's the way you learn.

Mar 10, 2011 | 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Rocket-J

Is this the same on the rear with FX3 actuators? Remove the two bolts and it all slides down out of the hole? I seen nothing when I pulled up my carpet.

It's best to read all the posts first. The 'under the carpet' thing was posted as being an error.

Mar 10, 2011 | 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 96GS#007

The Factory Service Manual is your friend.

Just my respectful opinion...if you're asking such a basic question, I highly recommend you take the car to a shop.

Technically, you dont need the FSM if you are mechanically inclined. Only need torque specs.

Mar 11, 2011 | 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 92ragtop

Yup. You unbolt the plate and then pull the shock assembly out of the hole in the frame. If the bushings are swollen, you may need to use some persuasion.

It would seem the Actuator would be larger than the swollen bushing.
I guess I will find out soon.
Thanks, guys. Good info.