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Old 07-17-24, 01:21 AM
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Default Can't fit new air strut suspension no clearance
So like the title sais, the old air strut comes out no problem since it holds zero pressure and compresses all the way in.. the new strut however is fully extended w/ all of my body weight I can't get it to compress at all.. So w/ that said how do I get this thing installed ? Any hints or tips ? Thank You.
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What year, what brand of struts?
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hi. its an 08 ls460 and it is an original strut almost exact to the original except for a very slightly different model number.. it is a used original part.
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Front or rear?
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front.. thx!
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Have you tried pushing down on the lower control arm while installing the strut?
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Originally Posted by Anfanger
Have you tried pushing down on the lower control arm while installing the strut?
That's what I had to do. And don't forget you need to have it aligned after.
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That's as close as I've been able to get
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Either get better leverage or loosen the lower control arm.
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You've got a pretty good stretch on that brake hose.
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That hose is begging for its life.......
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If you disconnect the sway bar link, it will make your life easier.
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Brake hose is gone...
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