 DIY Shock replacement, is this a doable undertaking? |
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| Rav914 |
 Aug 3 2007, 03:48 PM
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My '74 914 has the original shocks (and springs) all the way around and they really need to be replaced. I float and bob coming to a stop and especially when going around a corner.
I've called twice to a reputable shop south of me known for setting up Porsche's. Plus sent an e-mail to an employee I was deferred to. No answer. OK, they don't want my $ So I figure I'll do it myself. But I've never done this type of job and haven't dealt with springs before. Is this doable or should I press with taking it to a shop? Thanks, (By the way, I've got pretty good mechanical skills and plenty of tools) |
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Rav914 DIY Shock replacement Aug 3 2007, 03:48 PM
URY914 Its about a 5 out of 10 on the difficutly scale. P... Aug 3 2007, 03:54 PM 914nerd No problem
The rears are pretty easy. Pull the bol... Aug 3 2007, 04:05 PM ChrisNPDrider I did mine, no problems...actually the rear didn... Aug 3 2007, 05:07 PM
BxtrBill Rears need a 19mm and 27mm open end wrench for big... Aug 4 2007, 11:39 AM Rav914 Perfect! Just the encouragement I needed. I... Aug 3 2007, 06:14 PM blitZ By all means go for it. It's a good starter p... Aug 3 2007, 07:47 PM Brando Very doable. From a safety standpoint I suggest re... Aug 3 2007, 08:36 PM rhodyguy if you're still planning, just take the rears ... Aug 5 2007, 08:40 AM Rav914
Good safety tip :D
if you're still planni... Aug 5 2007, 09:25 AM rhodyguy the rears come out as complete units. one nut on t... Aug 5 2007, 09:38 AM Rav914 Great info. Thanks. Makes a lot of sense now.
N... Aug 5 2007, 11:10 AM rhodyguy sending you a pm in a few minutes.
k Aug 5 2007, 11:15 AM Brando if you don't have a spring compressor... there... Aug 5 2007, 05:03 PM  |
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