cyclonetron
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Here are some tips I came up with while doing the install.
Tools to help get the install done:
Impact Wrench
1/2" ratchet wrench
21mm wrench
21mm deep socket
24mm deep socket
18mm deep socket
15mm socket (for brake calipers)
I had to remove the brake caliper in order to get the impact wrench on the top strut bolt, you may not have to depending on which orientation your bolt is facing.
Once your nut is off your strut bolt, take a 4lb or greater hammer and whack it out. I destroyed one of my bolts, but since you're replacing them with the BMR camber bolts its not a big deal.
I placed the bolt and tab on the right side of the strut, toward the rear of the car. That way the alignment shop can get easy access to taking of the nut and make any adjustments.
I used a 1/2" ratchet to keep the end of the bolt from moving too much. I found that when I was tightening the nut with my impact wrench the tab on the other end would invariably move. I had to back up the nut, and use the 1/2" ratchet to get it locked in the position I wanted.
Take your time to get the camber bolt tab in the position you want and you should be good.
Tools to help get the install done:
Impact Wrench
1/2" ratchet wrench
21mm wrench
21mm deep socket
24mm deep socket
18mm deep socket
15mm socket (for brake calipers)
I had to remove the brake caliper in order to get the impact wrench on the top strut bolt, you may not have to depending on which orientation your bolt is facing.
Once your nut is off your strut bolt, take a 4lb or greater hammer and whack it out. I destroyed one of my bolts, but since you're replacing them with the BMR camber bolts its not a big deal.
I placed the bolt and tab on the right side of the strut, toward the rear of the car. That way the alignment shop can get easy access to taking of the nut and make any adjustments.
I used a 1/2" ratchet to keep the end of the bolt from moving too much. I found that when I was tightening the nut with my impact wrench the tab on the other end would invariably move. I had to back up the nut, and use the 1/2" ratchet to get it locked in the position I wanted.
Take your time to get the camber bolt tab in the position you want and you should be good.
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