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Old Jun 15, 2021 | 08:14 AM
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I bought new C6Z front shock replacements. Part #10313647. and the bottom mounting bracket flange is flat and not on an angle like the old one shown in the picture below. Is there something wrong with the shock? is there a different way to install it? Any help would be nice. Thanks
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Old Jun 15, 2021 | 08:16 AM
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it rotates, just grab a screwdriver and put it through a bolt hole and rotate

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Old Jun 15, 2021 | 08:20 AM
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i tried using a pliers and it didnt budge.... maybe i needed more leavage with a screw driver. I will try now
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ok. that was a rookie move. i cranked it hard with a long scew driver and It worked. Actually, you made my day. ive been asking around and nothing! Thank you sir!
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its the little things the bottom of the shock has to articulate at its connection point to the lower control arm....
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they can be tough when they are new.
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