 need help installing Bilstein front struts, what tool do I use for tightening top strut nut? |
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| 914 RZ-1 |
 Apr 8 2020, 07:16 PM
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Porsche Padawan  Group: Members Posts: 684 Joined: 17-December 14 From: Santa Clarita, CA Member No.: 18,230 Region Association: Southern California  |
What tool do I use to tighten this special nut? Instructions say torque to 95 ft-lbs.
I do NOT want to mess it up with a pipe wrench! I could not find a tool on Pelican's site or anywhere else. Is this it: Am I looking for a gland nut removal tool? |
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| DRPHIL914 |
Apr 8 2020, 07:24 PM
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Dr. Phil Group: Members Posts: 5,828 Joined: 9-December 09 From: Bluffton, SC Member No.: 11,106 Region Association: South East States 
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well i used a pipe wrench to hold the top washer and strut in place while tightening the but back down. worked for me , it a tool like that would make it easier for sure
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914 RZ-1 need help installing Bilstein front struts Apr 8 2020, 07:16 PM
jim_hoyland I have the tool and you are welcome to use it. It ... Apr 8 2020, 07:28 PM
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