[Supras] Spring removal from shock problems?

[b2nice84 at aol.com]

Before I take out the shock I try to break the top bolt with the shock installed and the car on the ground.? Sometimes the weight of the car gives you just enough friction to hold it still from spinning.? This has worked for me.? 

If you are not going to keep the shock then just put a pipe wrench on the rod to keep from spinning and then break it lose. 

Brandon

-----Original Message-----
From: Walker, Brian (Rich. Dist) <Brian.Walker2 at VDOT.Virginia.gov>
To: Supras at supras.com
Sent: Mon, 5 Nov 2007 6:27 am
Subject: [Supras] Spring removal from shock problems?



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




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