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: Steering/Suspension removal


kmchugh
Oct 6th, 03, 5:07 PM
I have searched the archives, and have not found what I'm looking for. Basically, what order do I start removing things? I have never done this before, so any tips will be helpful. Do I start with the steering, then go to suspension?

As always, TIA.
Kevin

drptop70ss
Oct 6th, 03, 8:10 PM
It doesnt matter, just start wrenching. If you havent done this before do a search on removing the front springs, they can kill you if they arent removed safely. You will need some specialized tools and a 1/2" drive ratchet set to get the front end apart. Normally everything comes apart pretty easily except for the lower control arm mounting bolts. If your car is rusty you may need a torch to get those out if they have rusted to the bushing's inner sleeve.

TronDD
Oct 7th, 03, 1:24 AM
Once you seperate the tie-rods from the spindles, the steering and suspension are seperated. You can do either one.

I pretty much followed this guide:

Front Suspension (http://www.employees.org/~redneck/carstuff/front.htm)

Tim.

kmchugh
Oct 7th, 03, 11:25 AM
Thanks Tim, Great link. U da man graemlins/beers.gif