strut and springs change out -help

jerryparks

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strut and springs change out -help

07-14-2016, 11:13 AM

URGENT !! I need to know if '86 non turbo springs and struts will fit my 87 ZX turbo? I have got to obtain a smoother ride. I'm getting older and the rough ride is hard on my older body ! I have an 86 part car and thought I would just change out the parts. Help! I want to do this in the next couple days.
Z_Karma

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07-14-2016, 02:34 PM

The entire 86na Macpherson strut assembly will be a direct swap to the 87 turbo. Just remove it at the 2 17mm* bolts from the steering knuckles,and at the 3 14mm* nuts on the upper mount.

*wrench size, not thread diameter.

84 AE/Shiro #683/Shiro #820/84 Turbo
jerryparks

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07-14-2016, 04:30 PM

Thanks Karma. This will save me a lot of work. - Jerry
jerryparks

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07-14-2016, 04:32 PM

Karma: Are U sure no other bolts will have to be removed to take these out?
Z_Karma

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07-14-2016, 05:33 PM

I'm 99% sure that i'm 80% certain.
You will have to use a screwdriver or pliers tp unclip the brake line retainer from the strut tube. You will also need to un -bolt the caliper bracket. That's 2 more 17mm bolts.
The lower control arm will be kind of held firm against the bottom of the strut assembly, a few whacks with a dead-blow mallet or rubber hammer should help separate it.

http://www.xenonzcar.com/z31/fsm.html

Disassembly instructions are in the FA section of the FSM(s) linked above.

84 AE/Shiro #683/Shiro #820/84 Turbo