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rear trunk torsion springs suck |
mightyohm |
Mar 8 2004, 11:57 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Benefactors Posts: 2,277 Joined: 16-January 03 From: Seattle, WA Member No.: 162 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I spent 3 hours this weekend trying to get the torsion springs for the rear trunk back onto the hinges. They are all the way in the "neutral" position since I had to release tension and replace a hinge pivot some time back. How the heck do you get them back on?
Since I am pretty much giving up anyway, what is the preferred trunk shock kit to use these days and where can I get it? |
Jeffs9146 |
Mar 8 2004, 08:50 PM
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Ski Bum Group: Members Posts: 4,062 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Discovery Bay, Ca Member No.: 128 |
QUOTE I was finally able to achieve success using Two Vice Grips. With the holding brackets loosely in place, grasp the spring rod on each side of the bracket. Then roll the rod back toward the roller axle using the vice grip. Alternate the bites on the vice grips to continue to retract the up right portion of the spring rod until the socket can be placed over the up right end. Once the up right is behind the roller axle, :wacko: tighten the brackets and replace the roller. No unique tools and decreased danger to yourself. Trust me, the modified wrench is the way to go!! Jeff |
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