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kens65fb · 04-14-2021, 08:12 AM

I'm about to install rear drop springs in my 64.

I was able to remove the upper coil spring retainer and bolt without too much trouble, but the lower retainer gave me fits.

I raised the frame to get the tension of the spring, and it was clear by about an inch.

I was not able to get a socket on the lower bolt as it was partially recessed into the control arm, is this normal?

Should there be a washer between the bolt and the control arm

How do you remove the lower retainer??

04-14-2021, 08:12 AM	#1
kens65fb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Dallas, PA Posts: 549	Rear Coil Spring removal? I'm about to install rear drop springs in my 64. I was able to remove the upper coil spring retainer and bolt without too much trouble, but the lower retainer gave me fits. I raised the frame to get the tension of the spring, and it was clear by about an inch. I was not able to get a socket on the lower bolt as it was partially recessed into the control arm, is this normal? Should there be a washer between the bolt and the control arm How do you remove the lower retainer?? Last edited by kens65fb; 04-14-2021 at 08:22 AM. Reason: ...