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Quick Strut Cart Removal Question
Just a quick one I am hoping someone has an answer for...
I am in the process of replacing the front Strut Cartridges on my 79 SC but am having a little difficulty. On the locking top nut I am having an impossible time removing it. When I am trying to loosen it the entire cartridge just rotates along with the curved metal washer below it. Are there any tricks to get this nut loosened/removed that I am missing here? Thanks!
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08-16-2009, 06:18 PM
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A pipe wrench on the curved washer worked for me. It will leave a few teeth marks on the washer though.
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08-16-2009, 06:30 PM
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Have you tried holding the washer with a pair of giant channel locks or pipe wrench? The washer should have a tang that fits into the groove of the strut top stud.
Failing that, sometimes an impact wrench can break it loose as well.
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did it work?
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1979 Porsche 911 SC 3.0
Mercedes E55 AMG
1980 Ferrari 308 GTSi
1988 Porsche Carrera Cabriolet 3.2
