Those with a Helms Manual.... suspension help please.

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Old 03-08-2004, 01:58 PM
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Those with a Helms Manual.... suspension help please.

I need the torque specs for the front strut and rear shock bolts. I'm installing them and I want to get the factory specs correct.

Also, is an impact/air gun really needed for the installation of the struts/shocks (top nut, etc.)?

Thanks guys
Old 03-08-2004, 02:00 PM
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Air tools arent required, but they sure make the day go by faster. I've done it both ways, lets just say I'd rather use air tools everytime for that job.
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I still have yet to torque mine bolts properly. I'll post the specs later when I get to my manual.
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yeah, i need those torque specs too. I used the old "its feels snug to me" method last time. :o
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If you are talking about the ones on top of the struts (3 bolts front / 2 rear) they are 37 ft-lbs.
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As promised.......


3 bolts on top of the struts = 37ft/lbs
2 bolts on strut tower brace = 12 ft/lbs
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