The rear shocks are easy, however they can be a little tricky. It is just two bolts and you just remove them, put in the new shock and tighten. You would think that would be it. However I have had problems with the rear shocks becoming loose soon after they are installed. I don't know if something jams and makes the bolts seem tight when they aren't or what. Anyway, take the van for a short drive and then recheck the shock tightness. Retighten as needed. That should be it. Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com
Stephen Cebula wrote: > Hi Everybody, > Thanks for all your input. I'm still trying to get my vanagon through Md inpection. I just have a few more items left to take care of and I can finaly drive it:) > > I need to replace the rear shocks. It looks like a fairly simple job but I've never done it before. Is it just a matter of jacking it up, unbolt and bolt? Any advice? > > I need to do that, add a rear side marker, fix a dim taillight, and get my brake warning light to work. If I can do all that in just a few hours, then I just might have it for the weekend which would be sweet! > > Thanks again, > Steve > > > > > |
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