Improvised tool to install hood struts
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Here's my improvised tool for installing the hood struts -- a Sears 1/2" breaker bar that has a "channel" in the middle to prevent the strut from slipping sideways, and some duct tape to help grip the strut against the bar.
Install the strut at the top, secure the hood to prevent it from cracking the windshield, pull up on the breaker bar while steadying the strut with the other hand, and pop it in. Probably been done before.
I only tried this on the driver's side after busting my fingers on the passenger side strut. Now, onto replacing the clutch master and slave cylinders.
Install the strut at the top, secure the hood to prevent it from cracking the windshield, pull up on the breaker bar while steadying the strut with the other hand, and pop it in. Probably been done before.
I only tried this on the driver's side after busting my fingers on the passenger side strut. Now, onto replacing the clutch master and slave cylinders.
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