Front strut top mount removal

[Sven]

Is there a special tool for removing the 27mm top nut while at the same time holding the top of the strut? Both are recessed down inside the top bearing.

Perhaps weld a "handle" onto the side of a 27mm socket so the inner struct end sticks out enough to hold with a wrench? or am I missing something obvious?

Thanks in advance.

 

[bert35csi]

This is probably the tool that you're looking for. ebay---$29.50

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Stru...ameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohosting

 

[Sven]

I may need that tool as well, but I think it is for removing the collar nut at the top of the strut case. There are four notches in the collar nut that the four pins fit into.

 

['69 2800cs]

An impact gun is ideal for this....zaps it right off.


I have seen those specialty tools for FWD VW's, but I haven't seen one for an E9. I think this is what you mean-http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=1624489


You'll need to compress the spring before loosening the nut as well.

 

[Sven]

Great - thanks for the tip. The Stahlwille looks like the best off-the-shelf item in that size.