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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: coopers03 on 09 October 2010, 16:54

Title: Removal of front suspension
Post by: coopers03 on 09 October 2010, 16:54

Hi all,

I have tried to remove the top nut of the strut on my golf gti but unable to do this have tried with just a socket and tried with an allen key and spanner but still no luck. I am replacing the whole shocks aswell is there an easy way that i can get these off?

Thanks

Steve

Title: Re: Removal of front suspension
Post by: justalex81 on 09 October 2010, 16:57

spark plug socket with a hex shaped head (so you can hold against) and an allen key through the middle

Title: Re: Removal of front suspension
Post by: archie837 on 10 October 2010, 00:04

Airgunned mine off

Title: Re: Removal of front suspension
Post by: AudiA8Quattro on 10 October 2010, 10:55

Don't use an airgun, possible damage to the shock absorber seal can result.

Title: Re: Removal of front suspension
Post by: Gash on 10 October 2010, 12:40

impact wrench i used to take mine off. took 10 seconds

Title: Re: Removal of front suspension
Post by: AudiA8Quattro on 10 October 2010, 13:41

Battery powered is ok, but i wouldn't use air tools.