New Shocks in 99 Explorer
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New Shocks in 99 Explorer
I am putting new shocks in my 99 explorer, I have them aready, and my mechanically inclined friends are working today. I would like to get it done today is it something i can do myself?
Is there anything tricky i should know about putting in and taking out shocks?
Is there anywhere i can find a step by step guide without buying a book right now?
Is there anything tricky i should know about putting in and taking out shocks?
Is there anywhere i can find a step by step guide without buying a book right now?
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PB Blaster or similar will be your friend. The bolts can be rough to get out because of all the dirt and rust that tends to accumulate underneath. But it's not a hard job all in all.
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Just make sure you have an 18mm, 15mm, 10mm for the rears, and I can't remember what you need for the fronts... but I know one was an 18mm. Drop the spare out from underneath before you start the rear... makes like a lot easier to get at the top bolts. Suggest that you install the bottom first, then cut the retaining wire allowing it to rise into position. A lot easier doing it that way versus trying to muscle them the other way.
