Monroe quick strut installation

[SHO4CY]

Guys, looking to install some new Monroe quick struts in my 93 SHO. I'm sure this has been covered before, but are there any good instructions on how to accomplilsh this task? Also, what else should I replace while doing the Quick struts? Thanks for all the help. Feel free to link a thread.


Thanks!!!

 

[LOUDSHO92]

I would recommend replacing the endlinks: SHO Source

I would also check your ball joints as well: SHO Source

 

[msteiny]

Strut bushings would be something to look at while your under there, the ones in my 93 were shot. Check your tie rod ends as well. oh yeh lots of penetrating oil, soak everything down everyday for a week before you start. It will make things much easier especially the pinch bolts, you should order new ones of those also. Good luck

 

[220ksho]

Yes, it has been covered before but I'm feeling generous. Here goes, from memory:
For the fronts....

Jack up the front of the car and put it on jack stands
Remove front wheels
Remove brake caliper and secure it
Remove rotor
Separate outer tie rod from knuckle
Remove sway bar link
Remove drive axle nut
Remove ball joint pinch bolt and separate (need long pipe to pry cntrl arm down)
Push half shaft spline in and swing knuckle/strut assy out and aft
Remove knuckle to strut pinch bolt
Pound knuckle down with large hammer to remove from strut
Remove 3 strut tower nuts and strut assy.

Optionally you can separate the knuckle from the strut out of the car, which I have found to be easier in some cases where it's really stuck on there, provided you have a nice bench vise to hold the strut while you pound.

 

[fdogg96]

It's easier to remove the backseat and the carpeting to get to the rear.