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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 06:02 AM
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Im going to replace the struts on my civic and in trying to get some tips that will make the job easier.
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Old Oct 9, 2007 | 07:30 AM
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Tips? make sure you got all the essential tools, most importantly a breaker bar and a spring compressor.
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Old Oct 12, 2007 | 04:05 PM
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The last time I replaced the struts on my civic, I swore I would never do it again without air tools (impact). Make sure you lube the spring compressor.
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Old Oct 13, 2007 | 04:46 AM
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Depending on where you live, the lower strut bolts CAN be the hardest part. If they break when you try to remove them.

Rears are pretty easy.
The front springs need to be compressed forever, still not a tough job.

Just make sure you line up the springs on the perches so they will sit right when the top mounts are in.
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Old Oct 14, 2007 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Line7
https://www.honda-acura.net/forums/s...archid=1463350
Tips? make sure you got all the essential tools, most importantly a breaker bar and a spring compressor.
That link won't work for other people. The search id is based on your user name and is basically saved in the system for you.
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Old Oct 14, 2007 | 05:46 PM
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get ready to have fun with rear LCA strut bolts
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