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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Jamison, PA
Posts: 6
Real Name: Tom
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Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Jamison, PA
Posts: 6
Real Name: Tom
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Question on Rear Shock Absorber Installation 99Runner
After 183,000 miles, I heard a clunking coming from my 99 4Runner last night. This morning, it turns out that the shock absorber on the rear passenger side had rusted out and was hanging on by only the lower bolt.
My questions are as follows:
I purchased a new shock absorber and have installed it. The bottom is no problem at all (17mm socket in case anyone needs to know). The top, however, is difficult to reach. I was able to get a 14mm deep well socket on it and I have snugged it down so at least 1 inch of thread is above it. I'm mildly concerned however, because there does not seem to be a great deal of torque required to continue tightening this nut - is that because I am just compressing the rubber bushings??
Second question - I only have time to replace the passenger side right now - any problem with letting the driver's side go for a week or so?
Thanks for your replies!
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