Camber plate doesn't fit new shock
01-14-2008, 12:03 PM
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Camber plate doesn't fit new shock
I'm trying to fit the Hypercoil adjustable springs/ride height with camber plates and new Koni adjustable shocks up front. I've got it almost completed, however it looks like the camber plates don't allow enough room to thread the shock nut at the top. Or it's the spring perch -- I'm not sure. Anyone else ever have this issue? Any help is greatly appreciated.
01-14-2008, 12:11 PM
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Lose the lock washer! Most people have a nylock lock nut here - but because you don't have a lot of thread showing, I don't think it would get to the "nylock" part...
I'd just use a plain nut and frequently check its torque.
I'd just use a plain nut and frequently check its torque.
01-15-2008, 01:42 PM
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I wouldnt torque down to the surface of the camber plate. That could cause structural issues around the bearing which it looks like the nut would clamp down onto.
If you cant fit the lock washer either turn down the top of your strut on a lathe so that things can fit further down (that shouldnt cost too much) or the quicker solution:
Id use a flat washer and loctite the nut. Really wouldnt torque down without a washer there...
If you cant fit the lock washer either turn down the top of your strut on a lathe so that things can fit further down (that shouldnt cost too much) or the quicker solution:
Id use a flat washer and loctite the nut. Really wouldnt torque down without a washer there...