Getting ready to put Koni yellows + TSW springs + IE adj. camber plates on this weekend. I've searched but can't find answers to the following:

1. Nuts came with the rear Konis but not with the fronts. The thread on the fronts looks the same as stock (M14 x 1.5 fine?) in which case I will reuse the stock nuts - just don't want to get everything off the car and discover I need to get other nuts.

2. I understand the methods for the stock struts in terms of allen key and cut socket to keep the spindle from rotating while torquing the nut back on, but what is the recommended method for the Konis (stiffness adjustment mechanism where the hex key would go)? How should I keep the spindle from rotating while torquing the top nut?

3. Finally, there are two small top hat shaped washers (or spacers?) that were in the box with the Konis. I assume these must be for the rear struts (they clear the threads on the spindle)?

Thanks, Minifox2

 

I think the OEM nuts should be fine - the few sets we have installed for people came with nuts, IIRC.

We use a rubber strap wrench on the shock's shaft while torquing the top nut - like this one http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00945533000P

Seems to work really well for us.

Make sure that you pay attention to the rear assembly - those little washers are important to use.

 

Strap wrench.... great tip, one of those "why didn't I think of that" things. Thanks!

 

Don't forget, you'll have to hog out the holes in the rear upper spring "hat" for the Koni's larger shaft. Dremel makes easy work of it.

Jim

 

Thanks to all for helpful advice - everything is now installed and working. I'll give it a week to settle and then get an alignment to see how much camber I ended up with.