dmtparker Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 I've done my share of shade tree mechanic stuff (totaly rebuilt a '62 Corvette), so I am more than comfortable replacing both front and rear sway bars as well as switching up to better pads, but as I was changing over from my winter tires to the Eagle F-1s (now that Winter has FINALLY left NH!) I looked at the endlinks and I cannot figure out how to get them off - instead of a hex head or an allen socket, it appears to have a smooth surface and 4 blue nipples sticking out. Since I am not ready to pull everything apart yet, I did not force the issue, but this did not seem to be a cover or anything. My shop manual refers to a 'special tool' to remove them. Can someone who has been there clue me in on the process? I have never been a fan of 'special tools' and usually find a work around. While we are at it, the endlinks look pretty whimpy and I was thinking of replacing them, but have read much debate on this. Any suggestions about keeping/replacing? This is a daily (hard driven) driver and except for the good tires, brakes, and sway bars, I don't plan any immediate changes. TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.T.Subie Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 You need an open end wrench and a socket.Search for Rear sway bar install. Denial is your best friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.T.Subie Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Here is a good walkthroughhttp://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10073 Denial is your best friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red beast Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 i use a wrench and carefully (as to not rip the rubber) use needlenose.............. http://www.allpar.com/fix/pics/drum-brakes/Vice-grips.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmtparker Posted May 3, 2007 Author Share Posted May 3, 2007 You need an open end wrench and a socket. Search for Rear sway bar install. Yes, on the rear I could see the hex area on the inside to allow you to double wrench it so it won't spin. Maybe I dodn't look closely enough (I was just changing the wheels), but it looked like the FRONT endlink was missing that hex area on the inside to get a wrench on. Am I wrong (I HOPE!) or is the Front different from the Rear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeyd2005 Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 The hex is in there on the front stock endlink. It's just difficult to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cannondale824 Posted July 7, 2013 Share Posted July 7, 2013 You are not wrong - the front are different from the rear. I just changed mine and the front require a 5MM allen wrench. The end of the bolt has a 5mm fitting . I was successful on 3 of four bolt on the front, the last one I had to cut. Mine were heavily rusted so take your time and they will come. The rear end links do have a hex jam nut no no allen key is required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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