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Rear shock installs

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Lizcoffey91, Nov 10, 2019.

  1. Nov 10, 2019 at 10:04 AM
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    Lizcoffey91

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    has anyone had success on installing rear shocks on a 2002 4Runner? Any tricks to getting around the cone to get the nut loose at the top?
     
    Lizcoffey91, Nov 10, 2019
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  2. Nov 15, 2019 at 3:00 AM
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    TWJLee

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    Extend the shocks by lifting it and then sawzall the shafts.
    I’ve heard its the easiest way.
     
    TWJLee, Nov 15, 2019
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    Benny123

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    +1 for sawzall. Angle grinder/cut off tool would also work. The nut is seized for most of us.
     
    Benny123, Nov 15, 2019
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    I put a chain/strap wrench on the metal shock boot and a wrench on the top mine came off fairly easy. It helps to put the rear end up on ramps and remove the spare tire so you can sit cross leg under it.
     
    agalloch07, Nov 21, 2019
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    OffRoadScott

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    After doing my lift recently on my 98 I would have to agree that the Sawzall is the way to go. Too bad Toyota didn't do something with the rear shock as they had on the Land Cruiser. 2 bolts removes the mount from the top and then the eyelet bolt on the bottom and the shock is out. Not this contortionist crap on the 4Runner.
     
    OffRoadScott, Nov 24, 2019
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