Shock Absorber Leaking HELP!
09-05-2006, 04:56 PM
#32
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Re: Shock Absorber Leaking HELP!
I agree, it's a PITA. I cheat - a good impact wrench solves all those
problems <g>.
On Tue, 5 Sep 2006 03:49:58 UTC "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com>
wrote:
> I've tried using that before, but on a Cherokee I find it's a PITA to hold
> two wrenches in the very confined space, let alone trying to break a rusted
> nut free. I'd much rather clamp some vice grips on the old shock and break
> the nut free out on the open with a socket wrench.
>
> My .02
>
> Carl
>
> "Will Honea" <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dMFffIwgHPBS@anon.none.net...
> >I was going to say the same thing - the shock looks dry above the
> > brake line level but the leak is most often around the seal at the top
> > of the cylinder where the rod goes in (hidden by the skirt) and the
> > leak runs down the whole shock.
> >
> > In addition to the other answers, if you look at the top of the mount
> > you will usually see a bit of the rod continue above the threaded part
> > where the big nut goes. Some ar hex, others flattened, some just
> > round. In any case, you can usually get a wrench or visegrips on that
> > top tit to hold the rod as you take the top nut off or intall the new
> > one.
> >
> > On Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:19:53 UTC "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> Jay wrote:
> >> > Hi again,
> >> >
> >> > Well it looks like I have a further problem with my 1996 Cerokee!
> >> > After taking a back-road home last night which although was a little
> >> > bumpy it wasn't that bad, I noticed this morning that I have an oil
> >> > leak under the Jeep. It looks like it is coming from the shock
> >> > absorber
> >> > Here is a photo:
> >> > http://homepage.ntlworld.com/jay.jon...ges/shocks.jpg
> >>
> >> I'd be checking the brake line just in case.....
> >>
> >> > So anyway a few questions:
> >> >
> >> > 1) Should I replace both shock absorbers at the front at the same
> >> > time?
> >>
> >> Yes
> >>
> >> > 2) How easy is this to do for a complete novice?
> >>
> >> Very easy (if you have the proper tools) And what other
> >> excuse do you need to buy those tools than having to fix
> >> something.
> >>
> >> > 3) How much should I be paying for a shock absorber?
> >>
> >> Varies. May as well check around for what a full set
> >> will cost. Some stores run a buy three get one free.
> >> (fourwheelparts had a special not too long ago) looks like
> >> they still do. http://www.fourwheelparts.com/4wp/index.asp
> >>
> >> I use Edelbrock IAS shocks, good for off road bumpies and
> >> fairly good on the highway. You get what you pay for.
> >>
> >> > 4) How long would it take a skilled mechanic to replace a shock
> >> > absorber?
> >>
> >> As long as the book says it takes. :)
> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > Will Honea
>
>
--
Will Honea
problems <g>.
On Tue, 5 Sep 2006 03:49:58 UTC "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com>
wrote:
> I've tried using that before, but on a Cherokee I find it's a PITA to hold
> two wrenches in the very confined space, let alone trying to break a rusted
> nut free. I'd much rather clamp some vice grips on the old shock and break
> the nut free out on the open with a socket wrench.
>
> My .02
>
> Carl
>
> "Will Honea" <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dMFffIwgHPBS@anon.none.net...
> >I was going to say the same thing - the shock looks dry above the
> > brake line level but the leak is most often around the seal at the top
> > of the cylinder where the rod goes in (hidden by the skirt) and the
> > leak runs down the whole shock.
> >
> > In addition to the other answers, if you look at the top of the mount
> > you will usually see a bit of the rod continue above the threaded part
> > where the big nut goes. Some ar hex, others flattened, some just
> > round. In any case, you can usually get a wrench or visegrips on that
> > top tit to hold the rod as you take the top nut off or intall the new
> > one.
> >
> > On Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:19:53 UTC "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> Jay wrote:
> >> > Hi again,
> >> >
> >> > Well it looks like I have a further problem with my 1996 Cerokee!
> >> > After taking a back-road home last night which although was a little
> >> > bumpy it wasn't that bad, I noticed this morning that I have an oil
> >> > leak under the Jeep. It looks like it is coming from the shock
> >> > absorber
> >> > Here is a photo:
> >> > http://homepage.ntlworld.com/jay.jon...ges/shocks.jpg
> >>
> >> I'd be checking the brake line just in case.....
> >>
> >> > So anyway a few questions:
> >> >
> >> > 1) Should I replace both shock absorbers at the front at the same
> >> > time?
> >>
> >> Yes
> >>
> >> > 2) How easy is this to do for a complete novice?
> >>
> >> Very easy (if you have the proper tools) And what other
> >> excuse do you need to buy those tools than having to fix
> >> something.
> >>
> >> > 3) How much should I be paying for a shock absorber?
> >>
> >> Varies. May as well check around for what a full set
> >> will cost. Some stores run a buy three get one free.
> >> (fourwheelparts had a special not too long ago) looks like
> >> they still do. http://www.fourwheelparts.com/4wp/index.asp
> >>
> >> I use Edelbrock IAS shocks, good for off road bumpies and
> >> fairly good on the highway. You get what you pay for.
> >>
> >> > 4) How long would it take a skilled mechanic to replace a shock
> >> > absorber?
> >>
> >> As long as the book says it takes. :)
> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > Will Honea
>
>
--
Will Honea
09-05-2006, 04:56 PM
#33
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Posts: n/a
Re: Shock Absorber Leaking HELP!
I agree, it's a PITA. I cheat - a good impact wrench solves all those
problems <g>.
On Tue, 5 Sep 2006 03:49:58 UTC "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com>
wrote:
> I've tried using that before, but on a Cherokee I find it's a PITA to hold
> two wrenches in the very confined space, let alone trying to break a rusted
> nut free. I'd much rather clamp some vice grips on the old shock and break
> the nut free out on the open with a socket wrench.
>
> My .02
>
> Carl
>
> "Will Honea" <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dMFffIwgHPBS@anon.none.net...
> >I was going to say the same thing - the shock looks dry above the
> > brake line level but the leak is most often around the seal at the top
> > of the cylinder where the rod goes in (hidden by the skirt) and the
> > leak runs down the whole shock.
> >
> > In addition to the other answers, if you look at the top of the mount
> > you will usually see a bit of the rod continue above the threaded part
> > where the big nut goes. Some ar hex, others flattened, some just
> > round. In any case, you can usually get a wrench or visegrips on that
> > top tit to hold the rod as you take the top nut off or intall the new
> > one.
> >
> > On Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:19:53 UTC "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> Jay wrote:
> >> > Hi again,
> >> >
> >> > Well it looks like I have a further problem with my 1996 Cerokee!
> >> > After taking a back-road home last night which although was a little
> >> > bumpy it wasn't that bad, I noticed this morning that I have an oil
> >> > leak under the Jeep. It looks like it is coming from the shock
> >> > absorber
> >> > Here is a photo:
> >> > http://homepage.ntlworld.com/jay.jon...ges/shocks.jpg
> >>
> >> I'd be checking the brake line just in case.....
> >>
> >> > So anyway a few questions:
> >> >
> >> > 1) Should I replace both shock absorbers at the front at the same
> >> > time?
> >>
> >> Yes
> >>
> >> > 2) How easy is this to do for a complete novice?
> >>
> >> Very easy (if you have the proper tools) And what other
> >> excuse do you need to buy those tools than having to fix
> >> something.
> >>
> >> > 3) How much should I be paying for a shock absorber?
> >>
> >> Varies. May as well check around for what a full set
> >> will cost. Some stores run a buy three get one free.
> >> (fourwheelparts had a special not too long ago) looks like
> >> they still do. http://www.fourwheelparts.com/4wp/index.asp
> >>
> >> I use Edelbrock IAS shocks, good for off road bumpies and
> >> fairly good on the highway. You get what you pay for.
> >>
> >> > 4) How long would it take a skilled mechanic to replace a shock
> >> > absorber?
> >>
> >> As long as the book says it takes. :)
> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > Will Honea
>
>
--
Will Honea
problems <g>.
On Tue, 5 Sep 2006 03:49:58 UTC "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com>
wrote:
> I've tried using that before, but on a Cherokee I find it's a PITA to hold
> two wrenches in the very confined space, let alone trying to break a rusted
> nut free. I'd much rather clamp some vice grips on the old shock and break
> the nut free out on the open with a socket wrench.
>
> My .02
>
> Carl
>
> "Will Honea" <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dMFffIwgHPBS@anon.none.net...
> >I was going to say the same thing - the shock looks dry above the
> > brake line level but the leak is most often around the seal at the top
> > of the cylinder where the rod goes in (hidden by the skirt) and the
> > leak runs down the whole shock.
> >
> > In addition to the other answers, if you look at the top of the mount
> > you will usually see a bit of the rod continue above the threaded part
> > where the big nut goes. Some ar hex, others flattened, some just
> > round. In any case, you can usually get a wrench or visegrips on that
> > top tit to hold the rod as you take the top nut off or intall the new
> > one.
> >
> > On Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:19:53 UTC "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> Jay wrote:
> >> > Hi again,
> >> >
> >> > Well it looks like I have a further problem with my 1996 Cerokee!
> >> > After taking a back-road home last night which although was a little
> >> > bumpy it wasn't that bad, I noticed this morning that I have an oil
> >> > leak under the Jeep. It looks like it is coming from the shock
> >> > absorber
> >> > Here is a photo:
> >> > http://homepage.ntlworld.com/jay.jon...ges/shocks.jpg
> >>
> >> I'd be checking the brake line just in case.....
> >>
> >> > So anyway a few questions:
> >> >
> >> > 1) Should I replace both shock absorbers at the front at the same
> >> > time?
> >>
> >> Yes
> >>
> >> > 2) How easy is this to do for a complete novice?
> >>
> >> Very easy (if you have the proper tools) And what other
> >> excuse do you need to buy those tools than having to fix
> >> something.
> >>
> >> > 3) How much should I be paying for a shock absorber?
> >>
> >> Varies. May as well check around for what a full set
> >> will cost. Some stores run a buy three get one free.
> >> (fourwheelparts had a special not too long ago) looks like
> >> they still do. http://www.fourwheelparts.com/4wp/index.asp
> >>
> >> I use Edelbrock IAS shocks, good for off road bumpies and
> >> fairly good on the highway. You get what you pay for.
> >>
> >> > 4) How long would it take a skilled mechanic to replace a shock
> >> > absorber?
> >>
> >> As long as the book says it takes. :)
> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > Will Honea
>
>
--
Will Honea
09-05-2006, 04:56 PM
#34
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Posts: n/a
Re: Shock Absorber Leaking HELP!
I agree, it's a PITA. I cheat - a good impact wrench solves all those
problems <g>.
On Tue, 5 Sep 2006 03:49:58 UTC "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com>
wrote:
> I've tried using that before, but on a Cherokee I find it's a PITA to hold
> two wrenches in the very confined space, let alone trying to break a rusted
> nut free. I'd much rather clamp some vice grips on the old shock and break
> the nut free out on the open with a socket wrench.
>
> My .02
>
> Carl
>
> "Will Honea" <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dMFffIwgHPBS@anon.none.net...
> >I was going to say the same thing - the shock looks dry above the
> > brake line level but the leak is most often around the seal at the top
> > of the cylinder where the rod goes in (hidden by the skirt) and the
> > leak runs down the whole shock.
> >
> > In addition to the other answers, if you look at the top of the mount
> > you will usually see a bit of the rod continue above the threaded part
> > where the big nut goes. Some ar hex, others flattened, some just
> > round. In any case, you can usually get a wrench or visegrips on that
> > top tit to hold the rod as you take the top nut off or intall the new
> > one.
> >
> > On Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:19:53 UTC "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> Jay wrote:
> >> > Hi again,
> >> >
> >> > Well it looks like I have a further problem with my 1996 Cerokee!
> >> > After taking a back-road home last night which although was a little
> >> > bumpy it wasn't that bad, I noticed this morning that I have an oil
> >> > leak under the Jeep. It looks like it is coming from the shock
> >> > absorber
> >> > Here is a photo:
> >> > http://homepage.ntlworld.com/jay.jon...ges/shocks.jpg
> >>
> >> I'd be checking the brake line just in case.....
> >>
> >> > So anyway a few questions:
> >> >
> >> > 1) Should I replace both shock absorbers at the front at the same
> >> > time?
> >>
> >> Yes
> >>
> >> > 2) How easy is this to do for a complete novice?
> >>
> >> Very easy (if you have the proper tools) And what other
> >> excuse do you need to buy those tools than having to fix
> >> something.
> >>
> >> > 3) How much should I be paying for a shock absorber?
> >>
> >> Varies. May as well check around for what a full set
> >> will cost. Some stores run a buy three get one free.
> >> (fourwheelparts had a special not too long ago) looks like
> >> they still do. http://www.fourwheelparts.com/4wp/index.asp
> >>
> >> I use Edelbrock IAS shocks, good for off road bumpies and
> >> fairly good on the highway. You get what you pay for.
> >>
> >> > 4) How long would it take a skilled mechanic to replace a shock
> >> > absorber?
> >>
> >> As long as the book says it takes. :)
> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > Will Honea
>
>
--
Will Honea
problems <g>.
On Tue, 5 Sep 2006 03:49:58 UTC "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com>
wrote:
> I've tried using that before, but on a Cherokee I find it's a PITA to hold
> two wrenches in the very confined space, let alone trying to break a rusted
> nut free. I'd much rather clamp some vice grips on the old shock and break
> the nut free out on the open with a socket wrench.
>
> My .02
>
> Carl
>
> "Will Honea" <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dMFffIwgHPBS@anon.none.net...
> >I was going to say the same thing - the shock looks dry above the
> > brake line level but the leak is most often around the seal at the top
> > of the cylinder where the rod goes in (hidden by the skirt) and the
> > leak runs down the whole shock.
> >
> > In addition to the other answers, if you look at the top of the mount
> > you will usually see a bit of the rod continue above the threaded part
> > where the big nut goes. Some ar hex, others flattened, some just
> > round. In any case, you can usually get a wrench or visegrips on that
> > top tit to hold the rod as you take the top nut off or intall the new
> > one.
> >
> > On Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:19:53 UTC "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> Jay wrote:
> >> > Hi again,
> >> >
> >> > Well it looks like I have a further problem with my 1996 Cerokee!
> >> > After taking a back-road home last night which although was a little
> >> > bumpy it wasn't that bad, I noticed this morning that I have an oil
> >> > leak under the Jeep. It looks like it is coming from the shock
> >> > absorber
> >> > Here is a photo:
> >> > http://homepage.ntlworld.com/jay.jon...ges/shocks.jpg
> >>
> >> I'd be checking the brake line just in case.....
> >>
> >> > So anyway a few questions:
> >> >
> >> > 1) Should I replace both shock absorbers at the front at the same
> >> > time?
> >>
> >> Yes
> >>
> >> > 2) How easy is this to do for a complete novice?
> >>
> >> Very easy (if you have the proper tools) And what other
> >> excuse do you need to buy those tools than having to fix
> >> something.
> >>
> >> > 3) How much should I be paying for a shock absorber?
> >>
> >> Varies. May as well check around for what a full set
> >> will cost. Some stores run a buy three get one free.
> >> (fourwheelparts had a special not too long ago) looks like
> >> they still do. http://www.fourwheelparts.com/4wp/index.asp
> >>
> >> I use Edelbrock IAS shocks, good for off road bumpies and
> >> fairly good on the highway. You get what you pay for.
> >>
> >> > 4) How long would it take a skilled mechanic to replace a shock
> >> > absorber?
> >>
> >> As long as the book says it takes. :)
> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > Will Honea
>
>
--
Will Honea
09-05-2006, 09:46 PM
#35
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Re: Shock Absorber Leaking HELP!
And a compressor is REALLY handy!
Jeff DeWitt
billy ray wrote:
> It is doubtful his bride knows what is involved.
>
>
> "Stupendous Man" <spam@trap.com> wrote in message
> news:4m4378F4digbU1@individual.net...
>
>>>If you think your bride will go for it this would be a perfect
>>>opportunity to buy that air compressor.
>>
>>To turn 4 nuts? Dude, i need your help when i decide to buy a fuel
>>injection unit.
>>--
>>Stupendous Man,
>>Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
>>
>
>
>
Jeff DeWitt
billy ray wrote:
> It is doubtful his bride knows what is involved.
>
>
> "Stupendous Man" <spam@trap.com> wrote in message
> news:4m4378F4digbU1@individual.net...
>
>>>If you think your bride will go for it this would be a perfect
>>>opportunity to buy that air compressor.
>>
>>To turn 4 nuts? Dude, i need your help when i decide to buy a fuel
>>injection unit.
>>--
>>Stupendous Man,
>>Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
>>
>
>
>
09-05-2006, 09:46 PM
#36
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Posts: n/a
Re: Shock Absorber Leaking HELP!
And a compressor is REALLY handy!
Jeff DeWitt
billy ray wrote:
> It is doubtful his bride knows what is involved.
>
>
> "Stupendous Man" <spam@trap.com> wrote in message
> news:4m4378F4digbU1@individual.net...
>
>>>If you think your bride will go for it this would be a perfect
>>>opportunity to buy that air compressor.
>>
>>To turn 4 nuts? Dude, i need your help when i decide to buy a fuel
>>injection unit.
>>--
>>Stupendous Man,
>>Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
>>
>
>
>
Jeff DeWitt
billy ray wrote:
> It is doubtful his bride knows what is involved.
>
>
> "Stupendous Man" <spam@trap.com> wrote in message
> news:4m4378F4digbU1@individual.net...
>
>>>If you think your bride will go for it this would be a perfect
>>>opportunity to buy that air compressor.
>>
>>To turn 4 nuts? Dude, i need your help when i decide to buy a fuel
>>injection unit.
>>--
>>Stupendous Man,
>>Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
>>
>
>
>
09-05-2006, 09:46 PM
#37
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Shock Absorber Leaking HELP!
And a compressor is REALLY handy!
Jeff DeWitt
billy ray wrote:
> It is doubtful his bride knows what is involved.
>
>
> "Stupendous Man" <spam@trap.com> wrote in message
> news:4m4378F4digbU1@individual.net...
>
>>>If you think your bride will go for it this would be a perfect
>>>opportunity to buy that air compressor.
>>
>>To turn 4 nuts? Dude, i need your help when i decide to buy a fuel
>>injection unit.
>>--
>>Stupendous Man,
>>Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
>>
>
>
>
Jeff DeWitt
billy ray wrote:
> It is doubtful his bride knows what is involved.
>
>
> "Stupendous Man" <spam@trap.com> wrote in message
> news:4m4378F4digbU1@individual.net...
>
>>>If you think your bride will go for it this would be a perfect
>>>opportunity to buy that air compressor.
>>
>>To turn 4 nuts? Dude, i need your help when i decide to buy a fuel
>>injection unit.
>>--
>>Stupendous Man,
>>Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
>>
>
>
>