[s-cars] Front Strut Removal

[Jeremiah Curry]

I just did it on my 95.5 with 186k miles.  Pipe wrench worked....but it was 
not easy.  Not sure if that helps much.  I tried a few other tools first and 
the pipe wrench definitely had the best grip.  I assume you have already 
used penetrating oil?

Jeremiah

-----Original Message----- 
From: weski at verizon.net
Sent: Monday, November 16, 2015 7:00 PM
To: S-Car-List at audifans.com
Subject: [s-cars] Front Strut Removal

Patient is a 1995 S6 and I'm struggling with removing the strut cap so I
can remove the front struts - Bentley says to use the VAG 2069 tool.
I've read that it can also be done with a large pipe wrench but I've not
been able to get it to budge.

Any advice on where to pick up or borrow the correct tool or on how to
get this loosened?  I can't seem to find anyplace on-line that sells the
2069 tool anymore - all NLA.  Should I get a 3' pipe for leverage on the
pipe wrench?  Touch the collar to heat it up?  This weekend is my last
chance to get the suspension repaired and ready for winter since our
spare car goes into storage for the winter starting this Friday.

TIA,

Paul
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