rear spring/strut install question

[NotSoSlowSHO]

I just got all four of my spring/strut assemblies together and ready for the re-installation. But I have one question:

The fronts have mounts that spin, so lining up the mount with thee strut tower and the knuckle pinch joint is easy, but what about for the rear assemblies?

Should I have the mounts oriented in a certain way prior to installation? or will i be able to bolt the mount up then twist the entire assembly to fit the spindle and pinch joint?

thanks

 

[projectSHO89]

The rears have to be assembled so that the mounts are properly oriented.

Steve

 

[NotSoSlowSHO]

thanks steve, thats what i figured...

Now i am very glad I just bought a set of spring compressors

 

[projectSHO89]

NotSoSlowSHO:
Now i am very glad I just bought a set of spring compressors

Yeah, me too. I got tired of going to AutoZone an getting their loaners.

Steve

 

[DHMag]

i tried to get a spring compressor on loan from my local A-Z and they said no can do because of liability issues. so i bucked up and spent the 30 bones for the OEM Brand compressor. it didnt break, i was impressed. last OEM brand tool i loaned was a 3 jaw puller, and snapped 2 jaws.