Re: 5000 Shock Socket

["Graydon D. Stuckey" <graydon@apollo.gmi.edu>]

On Thu, 6 Apr 1995, Michael Spiers wrote:

> > One of the easiest ways to remove the shock top nut is to use an air
> > impact wrench, if you have one.
> 
> Yes, he said that also.  Unfortunately, I don't have one (yet!)  He siad that
> he does not use the impact wrench for re-installing the nuts, though, too easy
> to overtighten and strip something.
> 
> -Mike
> 87 5000CS TQ
> 

I use an Electric impact wrench for these and wheel nuts.  It only makes 
about 50-60 ft-lbs, so it is perfectly safe for both of these apps.  It 
does have enough impact to get the shock nuts off and back on without 
damaging anything.

Later,
Graydon D. Stuckey

'86 Audi 5000 CS Turbo Quattro		'83 Mazda RX7, SCCA Solo II F-Prepared
'83 Mazda RX7, street car		'85 Mazda RX7, street car
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