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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 02:44 PM
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Question vss removal
hello folks...I'm in the middle of a rear end service...sad as that sounds...lol...anywho...not ever being here before I need a lil' advice...how exactly does the vss come off...is it sealed with an 0-ring???...I got the 13 mm bolt off the top front...but don't wanna force anything until I know how this goes together....thanks in advance...


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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 04:08 PM
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It just pops is the hole and sealed with a oring.
 
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thank you for that....I suppose another 6 pack will be needed...I work real slow....)))


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got it sorted....thanks again...)



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I've never had to mess with mine yet, are you guys are saying its not threaded?
 
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it is kinda like the CPS...it has one bolt holding it in place...it is an o-ring type seal...hth
 
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Good to know, thanks!
 
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