Andy
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Being a one time use nylon washer it’s pretty useless anyways. The locktite will do the job the nylon can’t. I’d still rather get a new nut from the dealer.locktite will eat nylock...
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Being a one time use nylon washer it’s pretty useless anyways. The locktite will do the job the nylon can’t. I’d still rather get a new nut from the dealer.locktite will eat nylock...
Yes, I'd get a new nut and then not locktite it.Being a one time use nylon washer it’s pretty useless anyways. The locktite will do the job the nylon can’t. I’d still rather get a new nut from the dealer.
Thanks very much!This one shows they just detach the arm and the tie rod
The idea here is to NOT remove the tie rod, but to actually remove the two bolts that hold the lower control arm to the sub frame. The one through bolt vs two splined studs shouldn't make a difference in getting the shock out, but I guess we won't know till someone tries.Correct me if I’m wrong but there won’t be enough clearance to remove the strut with just the tie rod disconnected.
When I was doing mine I considered removing the lower control arm, I decided I didnt want to go that route, it actually seemed like it might have been more of a hassle.The idea here is to NOT remove the tie rod, but to actually remove the two bolts that hold the lower control arm to the sub frame. The one through bolt vs two splined studs shouldn't make a difference in getting the shock out, but I guess we won't know till someone tries.
Anyone have a torque spec for the CV retainer nut?I have never had it happen on a vehicle until now, but I have had the Nyloc nuts get loose on machinery before if they are removed and reinstalled.
As a side note, the instructions have your torque set at 32 ft lbs., and you will be able to turn the nut more, even once it’s at proper torque. Don’t over torque and take a chance on over seating the tie rod ball joint. Use a new nut.
If it wouldn’t be an issue I would prefer to drill a small hole and put a cotter key in it and it could never back off unless I wanted it to.
Thanks! It’s a 35mm axle nut for anyone that is wondering.The large axle nut?
221 lb.ft (300 Nm), Ford recommends a new nut.
I would replace any Nyloc nut I removed with a new one. They don’t hold torque very well after being removedHello everyone, been following on the forums for awhile, first post. There is a lot of good information on here! I have a Lariat FX4 SuperCrew 4X4 White Platinum with Medium Stone interior on order. I also have the RC 2.5" lift kit sitting on the shelf already.
Can someone please post with this picture that is being referred to? I understand I will need W520213 for the tie rod. I am confused if I need the W520215 (HN3) or W520214 (HM1) or both? Please clarify.
Thank you!