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Old Aug 5, 2003 | 11:56 AM
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rear spring

wsup all, I was wondering, Can i change my rear spring without a vice?

thanks guys
Old Aug 5, 2003 | 12:37 PM
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hmmmm, I think it can be done...b/c you are using a 14mm wrench to hold the locknut and you are turning the eyelet in the opposite direction you might be able to do it...it is a lot easier in a vice though...go down to your nearest gym and find a musclehead to help you out....
also heating the shock will help loosen the locktight....good luck
Old Aug 5, 2003 | 02:31 PM
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Originally posted by bigwhiteboy
hmmmm, I think it can be done...b/c you are using a 14mm wrench to hold the locknut and you are turning the eyelet in the opposite direction you might be able to do it...it is a lot easier in a vice though...go down to your nearest gym and find a musclehead to help you out....
also heating the shock will help loosen the locktight....good luck

couldnt get ahold of a vice, so i just took the bolt out of the top of the shock and left the bottom in and had the bike hold the shock for me. the new spring feels nice.
Old Aug 5, 2003 | 02:36 PM
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Originally posted by unique
couldnt get ahold of a vice, so i just took the bolt out of the top of the shock and left the bottom in and had the bike hold the shock for me. the new spring feels nice.
wise man!! I didn't even think of that!! Gotta keep that in mind next time...enjoy the new spring!
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