Where can I get the special Mitsu strut removal tools?
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Where can I get the special Mitsu strut removal tools?
Where can I get the special tools specifies for removing the front strut top? There's a set, part # MB991680, which consists of a wrench (MB991681) and a socket (MB991682).
I know everyone just uses an impact wrench, but I don't want to risk damaging the struts. And I'd rather not order it through my dealer.
I know everyone just uses an impact wrench, but I don't want to risk damaging the struts. And I'd rather not order it through my dealer.
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I know everyone just uses an impact wrench, but I don't want to risk damaging the struts.
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I'm not noodle-armed choir boy (I'll have to remember that one), so I could probably do it with a breaker bar. But I'm still worried about damaging the struts. I guess I shouldn't be too concerned since nobody seems to have used the tools and I haven't heard any horror stories about damaged struts.
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Originally Posted by Slowride
I'm not noodle-armed choir boy (I'll have to remember that one), so I could probably do it with a breaker bar. But I'm still worried about damaging the struts. I guess I shouldn't be too concerned since nobody seems to have used the tools and I haven't heard any horror stories about damaged struts.
This is a nice tool to have in your collection anyway and it wouldn't be specific to a certain job or company. PM me if you have any questions I would be glad to help you out if you don't understand what I mean.
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Zach
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Originally Posted by Slowride
But I'm still worried about damaging the struts. I guess I shouldn't be too concerned since nobody seems to have used the tools and I haven't heard any horror stories about damaged struts.
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Originally Posted by phenem
You can go to your local auto parts store (if they rent out this) and get a gear wratchet wrench, or you can go to Sears and get one that has all differant sized sockets with it. It is open through the middle so you can slide an allen wrench down through the middle of it to hold the strut in place so it does not spin. This is exactly what the tool does.
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Is this what you're talking about, phenem?
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00999466000
If so, do you have to take the strut off the car before you can loosen the top nut?
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00999466000
If so, do you have to take the strut off the car before you can loosen the top nut?
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Originally Posted by djh
The piston rod has a "D" profile so the top hat locks it in place. I don't think you have to worry about damaging it, it's pretty beefy.
Sounds like there's not too much cause for concern.
Thanks for responding.
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Originally Posted by Slowride
Is this what you're talking about, phenem?
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00999466000
If so, do you have to take the strut off the car before you can loosen the top nut?
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...id=00999466000
If so, do you have to take the strut off the car before you can loosen the top nut?
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Take the entire assembly out of the car and then use this tool along with an allen wrench that works to hold the strut assembly from spinning while you loosen your bolt than holds the assembly together. Be careful it pops from the pressure of the stock springs when the nut is off.
~Zach
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Originally Posted by Slowride
Thanks again, phenem. Ordered for pickup at the local Sears.
~Zach
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Originally Posted by Slowride
The Bilsteins are inverted, so the rod is at the bottom. Do they still have a D-shaped pin at the top?
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phenem - Which allen wrench are you talking about that you use to hold the strut from spinning? Can't find that special tool anywhere. Tried MAC TOOLS and Snapon Tools. It's from Mitsubishi and they won't sell it to anyone other than their Mechanics
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Actually i think I may have found the tool guys! Check this out
Performance Tool Universal MacPherson Strut Nut Remover Set or click on the link below
http://www.carparts.com/Steering-Sus...2267_10618.car
Edit:
Actually i think I may have found the tool guys! Check this out
Performance Tool Universal MacPherson Strut Nut Remover Set or click on the link below
http://www.carparts.com/Steering-Sus...2267_10618.car
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