stripped bilstein shock bolt...how to fix?
10-05-2008, 07:03 PM
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stripped bilstein shock bolt...how to fix? Ok...the bottom part of the shock on the driver side rear has a stripped bolt/nut. I cannot tighten the nut. I am pretty sure just replacing the nut and bolt is the best way to go. Its a bilstein shock.
Whats the anatomy of the shock where it bolts to the car (rear end)?
I have done a search and yielded nothing.
Any help or suggestions greatly appreciated.
Whats the anatomy of the shock where it bolts to the car (rear end)?
I have done a search and yielded nothing.
Any help or suggestions greatly appreciated.
10-05-2008, 07:40 PM
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So, if I cut off the bolt(sawzaw etc.) as you suggest...do you then knock out the bolt the other side. The one of the bolt has nut, thats fine after saw it. But what about the other end...the backing is not a bolt on the shock though...thats why i am confused. The back is yellow, a part of the shock.
Please elaborate...but thank you so far. I do appreciate it.
Please elaborate...but thank you so far. I do appreciate it.
10-05-2008, 08:44 PM
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So the back part(yellow) is expendable? So a bolt just replaces that yellow flatish part?
I'm just trying to be as specific as possible. The one part is obvious as stated earlier.
So I'll cut into black (bushing?) part adjacent to the yellow backing to cut it off? And that will solve it.
Do you have a diagram or image possibly?
Again, thanks for your assistance and being patient.
I'm just trying to be as specific as possible. The one part is obvious as stated earlier.
So I'll cut into black (bushing?) part adjacent to the yellow backing to cut it off? And that will solve it.
Do you have a diagram or image possibly?
Again, thanks for your assistance and being patient.
10-05-2008, 09:07 PM
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Try to cut as close to the yellow metal piece as possible I would suggest running a knife between the rubber and metal first to help separate them before cuting through the metal. 
You'll also need some large flat washers to use with each replacement bolt.
You'll also need some large flat washers to use with each replacement bolt.
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10-05-2008, 09:21 PM
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Ok...well you painted a clear(er) picture. Im thinking now would be a good time to go buy a die grinder as you suggested. I wonder if I know someone with one or a sawzall. A die grinder though in this specific job may allow for more cleaner and accurate cutting. Perhaps Harbor Freight has a deal...
Forget a shop...this is do-able. More experience and knowledge under my belt. A bolt, nut and some washers won't cost more than $10.00.
Cool. I'll do this ASAP...too loose for my comfort.
Thank you for your HELP. Much appreciated.
Forget a shop...this is do-able. More experience and knowledge under my belt. A bolt, nut and some washers won't cost more than $10.00.
Cool. I'll do this ASAP...too loose for my comfort.
Thank you for your HELP. Much appreciated.
