Date:         Thu, 9 May 2002 15:38:28 -0500
Reply-To:     Chris Stann <ChrisS@INFORMS.COM>
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From:         Chris Stann <ChrisS@INFORMS.COM>
Subject:      Re: changing rear shocks
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>need to replace my rear shocks after blowing one out
>in baja. was wondering how much of a pita this might
>be, looks fairly easy, although i wonder about being
>able to compress the shock by hand if i can't get it
>aligned properly...any comments appreciated

I installed a set of gas-charged KYB shocks in the rear.  I jacked up the
rear of the van and placed it on chassis stands.  I unbolted the old
shocks... and the put the new ones in.  I had no problems since the
suspension was unloaded.

Chris,

'85 Westy
motorized pop-top
purple skylight
50CAL minigun in the doorway