How do you get the front endlink off?

[pzr2874]

Hey all, trying to replace my passenger front strut and had it all apart except the damn top nut that is connected to the strut.... I tried to locate it in the forums BUT to no avail.

The nut I am talking about has a hex area in the center of it.

I know they suck but is all I can afford until the CO's

Any help or insight is appreciated. Thanks guys.

[phillyb]

huh?
endlink nuts are 14mm if i recall correctly.

[karl-hungus]

are you talking about the nut on top of the strut? you need a 6mm hex and 17mm wrench if that's case. i had a hell of a time removing that nut. went through 2 hex keys and eventually purchased a metric hex socket set ($13). deep offset box wrenches also come in handy for the nut, especially if you're going to konis.

[pzr2874]

Ok, so I need to hold the hex and turn with an open ended wrench ?

Kinda figured that, but wondered if there was a "trick".... thanks for the replies.

[P5_2_MS3]

There's no trick. Spray some pb plaster and let it sit for a bit, then a wrench or crow's foot for the nut and and allen key for the bolt. Don't turn the allen key, just hold it in place. I made that mistake once and stripped the inside of the bolt.

[pzr2874]

Worked like a charm....Thanks

Man, this stock setup is CRAP.