Re: What do I need to know to change shocks?
Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2011/3/15 9:29:39
Upon reading Patgreen's starting post about shock absorber changing, I realized that a very handy special tool for removal/installation of the post-type shock mounts might not be such common knowledge to everyone.
The socket, which is open on the top, is inserted over the post and fitted over the retaining nut. The handle, the ends of which are broached in oblong holes of two different sizes (one each end) to retain the flats on the post, is inserted thru the top. To use, hold the handle and rotate the socket with an open-end wrench to remove/install the retaining nut. Very handy tool, I've seen it on tool boards at parts stores and it's often seen at the larger flea markets for $2 or $3.
EDIT: Applicable to 1951 and newer Packards.
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The socket, which is open on the top, is inserted over the post and fitted over the retaining nut. The handle, the ends of which are broached in oblong holes of two different sizes (one each end) to retain the flats on the post, is inserted thru the top. To use, hold the handle and rotate the socket with an open-end wrench to remove/install the retaining nut. Very handy tool, I've seen it on tool boards at parts stores and it's often seen at the larger flea markets for $2 or $3.
EDIT: Applicable to 1951 and newer Packards.
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