mid year rear suspension assembly

[David Z.]

Once the differential and T arms are mounted on to the frame, what is the correct sequence to connect the shocks, spring, half shafts and struts. Any assembly hints would be appreciated. Thanks

[Jon #40768]

Re: mid year rear suspension assembly

I dont remember the exact sequence that I used but I believe it was struts, half shafts, spring, and the shocks are easy and last. A floor jack is real handy. Use anti-seize on all bolts with new lockwashers and french locks. After I had finished rebuilding everything under the car, I drove it to a shop and had them put it on a lift and check all of the torques and then install the cotter keys, just to have another set of eyes chek it out. I did this even though I had been a mechanic for 10 years.

[David Z.]

Re: mid year rear suspension assembly

Thanks very much