Shotokan1509 Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 Trying to install Koni's, rear per a lot of threads here is stuck good. I have whole bag of tricks to try... but has anyone just cut the bolt? Is it threaded through knuckle or I can just hammer it out after cut? Bolt is already gunked up a bit, wondering do I just "cut" to the chase instead of fighting it replace it. Anyone got a part number? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dingbang Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 It's straight through in the knuckle, so once cut, you can hammer it out. You try a box end with a jack pushing it up? I had to break all the tricks out of the bag for that puppy. I remembered this morning that I used a jack hold a box end on the inside while I worked it with a breaker bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dingbang Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 901000177 - Bolt 900335056 - Inside Washer Nut--no idea on the P/N Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 Cut it or if on a lift a 6' breaker bar. -Mike Paisan http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotokan1509 Posted October 9, 2012 Author Share Posted October 9, 2012 Great, ya no lift but if I can get it higher on stands I might be able to get just enough breaker bar. That, some more PB, some heat, some swearing and a BFH.. or cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dingbang Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 You'll eventually get it. I think it took me the better part of two hours with swearing, smoke breaks, 3 beers, staring down the bolt, etc to break both sides loose...not to mention the multiple ways I tried to break em loose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotokan1509 Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 Got 'em just needed more height for breaker bar inside towards rear of car. Now need to reinstall them, need to get perfect alignment to knock them in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unobtainium Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Just did this. There is an instruction in the manual about using the pantograph jack to unload the rear suspension and it seems weird but it works. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/89180639/subaru/IMG_0463%202.JPG You have to pull the rear link downward, lifting up on the shock just pushes the whole car up in the air. This looks worse than it is, it's stable. When you want to tighten the big bolt: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/89180639/subaru/IMG_0468%202.JPG Finally a cheap device for removing and installing the shock/strut end nut is Oregon tool #57-008 and it's meant for maintaining chain saws. It cost $5.99 at my local Ace hardware. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/89180639/subaru/IMG_0460%202.JPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unobtainium Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 second link should be: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/89180639/subaru/IMG_0466%202.JPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Why is this so hard for everyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted October 15, 2012 Moderators Share Posted October 15, 2012 Why is this so hard for everyone? Because rusty bolts and no fancy impact thor-hammer? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 I did mine back when I had basic hand tools. This is how I did it: 1. Remove wheel 2. Use scissor jack to compress shock 3. Use ratchet to undo bolt 3.5. If bolt does not come loose by hand then simply use your leg(s) to push the ratchet 4. Bolt is loose, pull bolt out 5. Lower scissor jack back down 6. Ask yourself, why did everyone on LGT.com have so much trouble with this??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragman Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 3. Use ratchet to undo bolt Because this step rarely happens without breaking rackets/extensions/etc! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Are you kidding me? I used my beater benchtop ratchet with a short socket on it and just pulled. My car was from NH and lived through many salt winters as well. What is benchtop you ask? Most people don't know simply because of how crappy they are. If anything, why not just put your jack under the ratchet and begin lifting. I highly doubt the bolt could withstand 1-3 tons of force. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrw Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Just eat your Wheaties before hand and pull on the damn thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Maybe people from New England are just born stronger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotokan1509 Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 Why is this so hard for everyone? Rusty bolts.. and I didnt know about all the crazy jack things.. did jack from from bottom, breaker bar for removal and muscle for installation. All good now. I was asking because on my old Ranger's I use to just snap the lower shock studs when trying to remove. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Seriously, everyone should just get my impact. It's much cheaper than an air compressor and impact. It's the right thing to do. I've even taken LCA's off with it. I have yet to see it fail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotokan1509 Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 Seriously, everyone should just get my impact. It's much cheaper than an air compressor and impact. It's the right thing to do. I've even taken LCA's off with it. I have yet to see it fail. Thats the only bolt my Electric Dewalt wouldn't break free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Return the dewalt, buy mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue GT Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 I just did this 2 nights ago and the rears were a piece of cake, I soaked with pb blaster for a few hours first then used a 1/2 drive breaker bar and no problem. the fronts on the other hand...... I broke the lower strut mount bolt and had to use heat on the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 ^Now that's understandable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotokan1509 Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 Return the dewalt, buy mine. Your what? I just did this 2 nights ago and the rears were a piece of cake, I soaked with pb blaster for a few hours first then used a 1/2 drive breaker bar and no problem. the fronts on the other hand...... I broke the lower strut mount bolt and had to use heat on the other. I had pb blasted them a few times days in advance. Hmmm really? I had zero issues with the front, other than the stupid factory endlinks I stripped one of the allens (kartboys on the way) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTTuner Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Why is this so hard for everyone? Because you need the correct tool for the job. They are a SOB to get off but I never have any serious issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xero287 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 ^Like I said before, my tool set that I used was far worse than a wal-mart brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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