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Replacing springs guide
shail:
Have a look here:
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Volkswagen_Golf_GTI_Mk_V/VW_GTI_Mark_V_Tech.htm
Many many guides on the Mk5. Under 'Suspension' you have Replacing front struts guide, and also a replace rear springs guide.
Pesky jones:
Thanks! That looks really good – pelican are quite good aren’t they?!
After speaking to VW and finding out top mounts and bearings for both sides coming to over 100£ (!) then I think I will inspect the top mounts at the time and probably reuse them. I am however picking up 2No. driveshaft hub bolts and 2No. lower strut pinch bolts as they are stretch bolts and will definitely need replacing
Pesky jones:
Few questions before I tackle this tomorrow.
1) when I have the strut out, do I need a 21mm socket with a hole through the centre in order to hold the centre bolt that the nut is threaded on to still? Will it just spin if I just try and undo it without the allen key? And does this socket have to be deep, or will a normal one be ok?
2) Is it worth taking the hub nut out before I begin, as it will be better to loosen it with the wheels still attached. I've heard its a good idea as you will get more room to pull the strut out of the lower pinch?
3) Any general tips or advice from anyone?
Pesky jones:
anyone know where to get the vw spreader tool?
doylebros:
--- Quote from: Peskyjones on February 13, 2016, 04:52:52 pm ---anyone know where to get the vw spreader tool?
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I've got 1/2 " drive torx bit ground to shape and that works fine - just an option if your stuck.
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