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Discussion in 'VT - VX Holden Commodore (1997 - 2002)' started by codey, Apr 17, 2013.

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    codey

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    whats the best way to stop the front strut from spinning when trying to take the top 22mm nut off the top??
     
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    accentstencil

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    An allen key in the top of the shaft.
     
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    Not_An_Abba_Fan

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    Let the car down and put the full weight back on the spring. The nut will then come undone.
     
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    Old school set of vice grips and a rag over the shocker shaft hold it tight rattle gun it off

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