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phils88GT
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MAR 09, 09:36 PM
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So I finally got to the point where I am fixing up my DD 88GT. I ordered a set of front KYB front shocks and rear struts and started on the driver side rear today. I got the driver side done, no problem. Went to the passenger side rear and this is where I screwed up.
I accidentally put the old top nut on the new KYB and went to tighten it up in the car. I met with some resistance, and soldiered on a little. Then, it stopped turning after turning very hard. I removed it and put the new nut on it, and when I went to crank down on it, it stopped well short again.
Long story short, I started stripping the threads on my new strut, damn!
I think I can save it without having to buy another new one, but I need to know the thread size on the end of the main shaft. Does anyone know? I would greatly appreciate it!
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fieroguru
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MAR 09, 10:27 PM
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IMSA GT
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MAR 09, 10:35 PM
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I wonder if it would be good to run a die down the threads to clean them up.
That size die is about $9 on Amazon if you already own a die handle.[This message has been edited by IMSA GT (edited 03-09-2024).]
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phils88GT
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MAR 09, 11:49 PM
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Raydar
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MAR 10, 01:24 PM
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I discovered this "gotcha" when I replaced my struts and installed coilovers. I forget which nut didn't work, but I had to pick and choose.
They seem to vary from one brand to another.
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phils88GT
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MAR 10, 01:43 PM
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I ended up grinding does the messed up threads and got the KYB provided nut to catch and thread on fine. Crisis averted!! Whew!! I really don’t want to buy another strut!
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