adjusting suspension

[StangerJon]

I was just wondering where you adjust them because I looked at them and could not figure it out. Im just wondering.

[svobud]

whu? adjust which part of the suspension? The only thing adjustable without wrenching would be the Konis ... the struts use a specific 'knob' - directions are listed on top of the knob .. and the rear shocks have to be unbolted .. collapsed .. turn to adjust .. then re-bolted on.

[StangerJon]

whu? adjust which part of the suspension? The only thing adjustable without wrenching would be the Konis ... the struts use a specific 'knob' - directions are listed on top of the knob .. and the rear shocks have to be unbolted .. collapsed .. turn to adjust .. then re-bolted on

I dont have a knob where can i get one?

[svobud]

PPI carries them .. $15.

[StangerJon]

thanx.
ohh do they have a website.

[Jman]

you can use a crescent wrench also. the tops of the struts aren't really hard to turn, so its not like you need alot of force.

[svobud]

Originally posted by StangerJon
thanx.
ohh do they have a website.

afraid of using a search engine? http://www.mustangparts.com/

[SVOeric]

if you do use a wrench on them, be very careful -- do NOT force them.

[shannonlujan]

I have "hotchkis" struts on the front. I guess from the previous owner?

Anyways, they are obviously adjustable and have the half circle adjustment nob.

I tried adjusting them and the pass. side moves freely by the driver side barely moves 1/4 of a turn? Whats up?

[shannonlujan]

Anyone?

[RTStabler51]

and the rear shocks have to be unbolted .. collapsed .. turn to adjust .. then re-bolted on.

I just adjusted my front struts the last time I took the car out and looked at the rears...is this the only way to adjust the rear shocks? I figured it would be easier than that!

[DAVEZ84SVO]

That is the only way to adjust the (factory Koni's) in the rear.. It is only one bolt, but getting them compressed can be a little intresting..

Dave

[Ken Potter]

I found it to be a major pain to do it on jackstands. I would highly recommend adjusting them on a lift. I also recommend sticking a long screwdriver or something similar through the lower bolt hole to aid in turning the shock.

[RTStabler51]

Coo'
Thanks for the info guys...