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Old Sep 4, 2021 | 10:39 AM
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I got new front shocks for 2004 C5. When I went to install them my repair manual said I needed a $600 dollar tool to install them. Has anyone did this without this front spring tool. If so how Thanks for ant info. B.Yates
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I got new front shocks for 2004 C5. When I went to install them my repair manual said I needed a $600 dollar tool to install them. Has anyone did this without this front spring tool. If so how Thanks for ant info. B.Yates
yes a case of beer. No special tool..
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yes a case of beer. No special tool..
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I have not done this but here is one set of instructions, Goggle has other ways also.
http://pcfred.com/Vettetip/C5%20Shock%20Install.htm
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This McRat method I think I can do. I was a chevy tech back in the 60's and 70's and I've owned Vettes since 1969. 9 of them. Thanks for your help. B.Yates
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I have not done this but here is one set of instructions, Goggle has other ways also.
http://pcfred.com/Vettetip/C5%20Shock%20Install.htm
Well, would you look at that.....Pat and Kat did DIY articles for the Blue Meanie, too. Pretty cool.
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