[Supras] Spring removal from shock problems?

[Walker, Brian (Rich. Dist)]

I have tried at 120 psi but my compressor is likely limited by the
regulator size. I might take them to the shop, where much more flow is
avail. I just don't want to spin the shafts too fast if it doesn't work.
Probably wouldn't hurt for a short burst and I'll be getting the oil
changed and seals replaced anyway (reason for removal)

Wasn't sure if someone had come up with a trick to hold the shaft. Our
inexpensive Home Depot bushing removal tool worked wonders, just haven't
thought of anything for this yet.
Thanks,
Brian

-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Jobe [mailto:jjobe2 at supratech.org] 
Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 10:15 AM
To: Walker, Brian (Rich. Dist)
Cc: Supras at supras.com
Subject: Re: [Supras] Spring removal from shock problems?


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