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RBBJ 32 HOTROD
10-29-2019, 04:27 AM
What does everyone use to adjust their coilovers? The kit doesn't come with a tool.
AJT '33
10-29-2019, 06:20 AM
I used an oil filter wrench, I protected the ring so it does not get marred, and I placed a bit of copper sulphate grease on the shaft of the shock so the ring does not bind. Just remember to screw in the lock pin after.
You can get the correct tool from Summit Racing. Use the correct tool and you won't damage the adjusters and use never seize on the threads so they won't gall. Never adjust them with the car's weight on them -- jack up the end you're working on and let the wheels hang free before adjusting spring pre-load.
FFinisher
10-29-2019, 07:53 AM
What does everyone use to adjust their coilovers? The kit doesn't come with a tool.
It actually does come with a tool, Its a bare steel piece with a half moon shape on one end and a square tab off the end of the half moon. it has a slight bend at the end of the handle end. If you cant find it let me know, I have a bunch of them and can send you one.
RBBJ 32 HOTROD
10-29-2019, 09:17 AM
Do you happen to know what box?
RBBJ 32 HOTROD
10-29-2019, 09:18 AM
Naz, yes I do take the weight off the wheels
JimLev
11-04-2019, 08:04 PM
Do you happen to know what box?
Must be in a box by itself....that I didn't get.
AC Bill
11-05-2019, 12:06 PM
The tool is pretty inexpensive. I ended up with a set made by Tokiko, as that's what they had in stock.
https://www.amazon.com/Aluminum-Coilover-Damper-Sleeve-Spanner/dp/B00PC7PIVC
laszmann
11-12-2019, 11:44 AM
Teng Tools 50-120mm (2 Inch - 4 3/4 Inch) Adjustable Hook Pin C Spanner/Wrench (Pin Size: 6)- HP2036 available from Amazon among others. Use in conjunction with a strap wrench and you are good to go.
Brave Salmon
03-19-2020, 02:24 PM
On my Konis, the ring is a pin style, not slotted like some motorcycles. The adjustment wrench has to be a pin type for Konis shocks. The first one shown above won't work on the konis. You need the second one shone by teng tools. I bought one and still had to grind the thing to fit the contour of the ring. Also, a drift punch of right size also works just as well for a he'll of a lot less money.
On my Konis, the ring is a pin style, not slotted like some motorcycles. The adjustment wrench has to be a pin type for Konis shocks. The first one shown above won't work on the konis. You need the second one shone by teng tools. I bought one and still had to grind the thing to fit the contour of the ring. Also, a drift punch of right size also works just as well for a he'll of a lot less money.
I had one spring collar that I couldn't turn by hand and this worked great.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CC5A0U/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Dave
lance corsi
03-19-2020, 06:53 PM
You can get the correct tool from Summit Racing. Use the correct tool and you won't damage the adjusters and use never seize on the threads so they won't gall. Never adjust them with the car's weight on them -- jack up the end you're working on and let the wheels hang free before adjusting spring pre-load.
Naz, far be it from me to argue with an expert builder such as yourself, but wouldn’t the never sieze attract road grime as you drive? I’m afraid of the grit in the grease causing problems. Aluminum is so soft that it galls easily and when two aluminum elements are in contact I fear for pickup, thus permanently locking the nut onto the sleeve. I have always used a fry lubricant on mechanisms that operate in dirty environments. I used spray-on Teflon on mine. If it doesn’t allow enough lubrication, dry moly could be added. What do you think?
AJT '33
03-20-2020, 07:21 AM
We actually have an adjustable oil filter wrench that can be disengaged and sized, wraps around well and easy to use even in some tight spaces. As well we placed a very small amount of copper anti-seize to allow it to be adjusted easier wiping off any excess, has worked great and does not affect the lock screw.
Maybe I am missing the point but I have a pair of wrenches that I got for my double adjustable QA-1's. They came as a set and they are obviously for specific purpose on the top and bottom rings. This is very handy to break the rings loose when adjusting. NAZ hit it right.
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Maybe I am missing the point but I have a pair of wrenches that I got for my double adjustable QA-1's. They came as a set and they are obviously for specific purpose on the top and bottom rings. This is very handy to break the rings loose when adjusting. NAZ hit it right.
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My shocks didn't come with the wrenches. I think that's the more common experience.
Dave
JimLev
03-21-2020, 09:44 AM
After trying to keep the tube from turning while I cranked on the ring with the spanner (almost impossible on the front) I pulled the shocks and adjusted then on the bench. It was easier to hold the ring with the spanner and crank on the tube with the strap wrench. I did put oil on the threads and cleaned it off with acetone when I was done.
I think I bought these at Summit. They are for the QA-1's as well so would not be for everyone.