[Supras] Spring removal from shock problems?

[Jim Jobe]

Impact wrench generally does it.

On Mon, Nov 05, 2007 at 09:27:04AM -0500, Walker, Brian (Rich. Dist) wrote:
> On the stock shock mounts, the upper 'cup' has a flat edge to match that
> of the threaded portion of the shock shaft to keep the shaft from
> turning while tightening/removing the top bolt (cup holds the spring in
> place on the shock) I remember when putting the Tokicos on my car
> thinking on of the flat areas looked worn and could be a problem later.
> I now have another set that I'm working on and am unable to remove the
> top bolt (shaft is turning along with bolt) Shocks are aftermarket so
> it's possible the flat edge doesn't extend as far as stock or that the
> flat on the upper mount is worn. I have not been able to find a way to
> removed this. Anyone else have any suggestions?
> I've tried placing rubber tubing over the shaft while holding with
> pliers but it still turns.
> Thanks for any help,
> Brian