[alfa] strut nut

["AlfaBill LLC /alfabill.com" <mail@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>Replacing the front struts on the 164L,  I can't get the top nut holding the
>spring etc.  Everything was fine until this point, especially with the
>clamshell spring compression tool I rented.  Problem is that the shock center
>rod rotates when you try to loosen the nut.  There is a Allen key at the top
>of the rod but can't get at the key while using a socket on the nut.
>
>What is the key here.  Looks like a trip to the local service station with an
>impact wrench is the only option.
>
>Any favorite (secret) ways of doing this?

Don,

Indeed, this is quick work with an impact gun. Any of you who can afford 
even a cheap setup will bless it every time you use it to speed a job.


Bill Harkell
AlfaBill LLC
Tampa Florida USA
http://www.alfabill.com
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