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(Msg. 1) Posted: Thu Jun 28, 2007 2:00 pm
Post subject: 01 zx3 front strut
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anyone know if I need any special tools such as spring compressor to change both
front struts? I think the one on the right is dead.

thanks in advance

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(Msg. 2) Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2007 12:55 pm
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On Jun 28, 3:00 pm, dc <d... RemoveThis @jesus.iscool> wrote:
> anyone know if I need any special tools such as spring compressor to change both
> front struts? I think the one on the right is dead.
>
> thanks in advance

Yes, you'll need to get a spring compressor from autozone. I would
also suggest buying 2 new strut bearings, they are only like 5-6 bix
from ford.

Other than that its a simple job, only pain is trying to get the nut
or the top of the strut. I use a socket and vise grips to hold the
nut while i get a long allen driver to rotate the strut shaft it self
to loosen the nut. Also get a big hammer and chisel to spread the
pinch joint on the spindle apart before putting the new strut in, it
saves a lot of time.

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