upper strut nut question...

[abatzis2@hotmail.com (Michael Abatzis)]

i found that the special socket for an o2 sensor works pretty well. already 
has the slats cut in the sides so you can grip it with a wrench, then put an 
allen wrench through the middle. no probs. hth,
-michael


>From: Jason Jones <jnbjones@boulder.net>
>I am about to undertake my first strut replacement and am worried about
>being able to remove these nuts.  Is it impossible to do without an
>impact wrench?  Also, I was thinking it would be safer/easier to get
>leverage if I were to use the spring compressor with the strut still on
>the car and then once the nut is loosened remove the strut and proceed.
>Any issues with this?  I don't have any kind of a vise to secure the
>strut if I attempt it with the strut removed.  Also, would a shop be
>inclined to swap the cartridges for me even if I didn't purchase them
>from them and if so, what would be an appropriate charge?
>
>Thanks,
>Jason.
>
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