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Changing shocks

Yes, the cutting torch is much fun.  The melting rubber bushing, popping
rusty bits, falling slag, etc etc etc.

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Thanks Dan for your expertise in cutting torches!

GP



On 3/24/07, Dan Bubb <jdbubb@verizon.net> wrote:
>
> . Also before you jump into
> this with both feet you might want to see if you can loosen and turn the
> lower rear shock bolt. On occasion they rust to the shock bushing and no
> amount of impact wrench will free them. A cutting torch is usually
> required.
>
> Just a heads up for a possible show stopper.
> Dan
>
>
> From: "Lexan Blanchard" <lexan_122874@hotmail.com>
> To: <ydrogs@gmail.com>; <Scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
> Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 7:58 AM
> Subject: Changing shocks
>
>
> > OK, you KNEW I would have questions :P
> >
> > First, any kind of oil?  Can I use Marvel Mystery Oil, or just regular
> car
> > oil (and what grade)?
> >
> > Second, is the spring a death wish without the compressor?  I hate to
> > order from Harbor Freight when I drive past the joint more than 6 times
> a
> > year in eel season (we have several customers in SC and I take I-95 down
> > and ride right past the factory outlet, usually stop and shop too, since
> > the car is empty once we deliver eels).
> >
> > Thanks!
> > Lexan
> >
> > PS: I did opt for the movie last nite.  Snakes On a Plane, STOOPID.  It
> > was worse than I had imagined.
> >
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