MyOwn69

Last week I posted asking for tips on how to do it. You can follow all of the suggestions at:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1948904

The "CLIFF NOTES" version:

This site is easy to follow: http://fuzzydiceracing.com/test.htm

Extra advice came from Chip (Willfulone) reminding to compress the shocks, both coming off and going on.

Oh, and he also recommended an American Microbrew (did that - Victory HopDevil! )

Thanks again for the input - it went very easy except for having to use a hex wrench to tighten the front shocks on top - had to remove the tanks to get to the shaft.

No big deal - take your time - you'll be spending quality time with your car!

spc5

Thanks for sharing. This is going to help when I am ready to install my new shocks soon.

Beer99C5@FastbirdPerf.com

Great info, going to be doing this soon as well!

rcs128

I used those instructions, too, when i put my C6Z shocks on the car. I agree... easy to do, and a very satisfying mod for the $250 or so that it cost.

rws.1

I used those same instructions.. With the corner jacked up the top of the shock tower was exposed through th ewheel well and I could get the open ended wrenc h on it without having to remove the overflow tanks....

CCA Corvette Parts

...and a damn fine beer it is Brian,

Congrats

Peace
Chip

csexton

Sounds good Brian and thanks for the info

Chuck

MyOwn69

Unlike the stock shocks, the Bilsteins have a hex fitting that you must approach from the top. There wasn't enough room under the fender to get to the top of the shock. I was able to get the open-ended wrench on the nut, but I needed to keep the shaft from turning. Wasn't really a major problem though.

robsc501

Hi There,
You bet aircraft safety wire (.032") is about50 times stronger than electrical tie-offs, which should be used on wire bundles.
Glad that it worked for you.
robsc501

moserbe

I used the same directions a couple of months ago when I changed mine. They were definately a big help to me. I must confess though, the one tool that I used was a couple of Coors Lite :o

Vetteman Jack

Good tutorial - thanks for the link.