Clockwise or counter clockwise question...

[Marlon Targa 86]

I'm installing a strut brace and I need to unscrew this bolt:



Which way do I turn to loosen it? Clock or counter clock wise?

Marlon

[rmurph]

Counter clockwise to loosen.

[Flat Six]

Originally Posted by rmurph

Counter clockwise to loosen.

Yup -- lefty-loosey.

If that's the actual brace you're going to install, you might want to consider modifying the bracket so the strut top isn't captive (but you probably already knew that). I've seen some, ah, interesting pictures of Weltmeister brackets that haven't had this modification done . . .

Good luck

[tobluforu]

If that allan bolt is spinning it's because the nut underneath needs to be held it in place. That is if this is happening to you?

[Marlon Targa 86]

Originally Posted by Flat Six

If that's the actual brace you're going to install

No, I'm installing the Elephant Racing Triangulated strut brace

[DRACO A5OG]

Yeap, raise the car and place socket underneath and remove Lefty Loosey.

Align with the other bolts then go back to that one to secure it when you are ready.

Would be a good idea to weld it on.

[ivangene]

Wuss

[Marlon Targa 86]

Done!