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Old May 23, 2002 | 11:50 PM
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How hard to change struts and springs??

Ok ive got KYB GR2 struts/ shocks and will have eibach springs soon how hard are the front to install?? i know how to do the back front is bothering me tho
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Old May 24, 2002 | 12:03 AM
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Engine: 5.7 TPI; 5.0 TBI; ZZ4/T56 on the ag
Transmission: A4, A4, slated to be a T56
Look here and follow the directions. Also, use a manual for help.

https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/sho...hreadid=103733

It's easy. Just soak every nut and bolt a few days prior to working on it.

Ed
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Old May 24, 2002 | 01:14 PM
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Originally posted by ebmiller88
Just soak every nut
Oh man, there's a joke in there; I just know it!

I'd recommend getting new bolts/nuts from GM, if possible. Not only would they be easier to remove later, but, what if you do this job on a Saturday at 5:30- and you snap a bolt?? You're outta luck until the parts department opens on Monday- and what if they have to special order it? You might want to use anti-seize on the threads, too. I'm not sure if that's a bad idea for the front LCA bolts... anyone know?
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Old May 27, 2002 | 05:39 AM
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Engine: 5.7 TPI; 5.0 TBI; ZZ4/T56 on the ag
Transmission: A4, A4, slated to be a T56
Soak every nut....with penetrating oil!!!

I'm putting anti-seize on every nut and bolt that goes back on my car. If you torque them down right, they won't loosen, and you'll be able to get them off again should you need to.

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