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t121anf
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PostPosted: 21:32 - 31 Mar 2016    Post subject: Car question, front strut removal Reply with quote
I need to replace my front suspension on my Seat Leon.

One guide says to use a 7mm Allen key and a socket, another to use just an impact gun.

What does BCF recommend?
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PostPosted: 21:37 - 31 Mar 2016    Post subject: Reply with quote
Have you tried using a socket and allen key? I'd try that and if that doesn't work whap out the big guns.
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PostPosted: 21:43 - 31 Mar 2016    Post subject: Re: Car question, front strut removal Reply with quote
t121anf wrote:
I need to replace my front suspension on my Seat Leon.

One guide says to use a 7mm Allen key and a socket, another to use just an impact gun.

What does BCF recommend?


I have done the front struts on a VW Golf successfully using a 7mm Allen and socket - Piece of piss in fact.

Do you have a windy gun ? If not 7mm Allen key has to be cheaper to get. (I had to buy one specially, is still looking forlorn in my tool chest as I don't think I;ve used it since).
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t121anf
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PostPosted: 21:46 - 31 Mar 2016    Post subject: Reply with quote
I actually bought the Lidl impact wrench last night, just cos.

I'll try the 7mm way first, sure I have a 7mm from older cars.

Any tips on where to put axle stands on a Leon? Not looked under the car yet, waiting on the parts to arrive.
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