Stringbag

Changing the shocks later today (if the rain stops). It has just started to sag and bash me on the head. Any tips (I’ll be following the pelican parts guide).
Anything else I should do/check/clean whilst I’m in there? (Also installing a rear view camera for my head unit whilst I’m at it).
Cheers

Hal 2000

Do the window struts as well, as the Pelican site recommends. Go slow on the panel removal. I did this last Saturday.

TomF

Anyone do this replacement on a power lift gate? I am making the assumption that you only replace the passenger side helper strut as the driver's side is a powered hydraulic unit.

Thoughts?

Cheers,
TomF

Stringbag

Just finished.
For anyone else doing this - just follow the pelican guide. It’s very good and quite easy. You will need a piece of 2x4 or a very patient helper to support the hatch and take your time with the trim or you’ll break it.
The foam piece that seals the roof is very sticky. Wear disposable gloves and you might need a new one if you aren’t careful. You will also need something to re seal it with once you are done.
The shocks themselves are a little tricky to get off, but very easy to put on.
Guide is here - the photos are way better than the ones I took.
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarti...eplacement.htm

jeff spahn

I got a roll of windshield sealant rope and used about 12" of it. Have 24' left. Advance Auto said they'd take it back with that little used. Cool.

MtnDogGeoff

i got new foam in the ecs kit but didn't really need it, the gooey seal stuff was still in good shape so i was able to reuse it but the parts are cheap enough that i would want it on hand just incase you break one or the seal gets messed up