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Thread: How do I remove my top strut nut? (KW v1 coilovers)

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    How do I remove my top strut nut? (KW v1 coilovers)

    Hi guys,
    I'm having trouble removing my top strut nut.
    Trying to get the coilover out and when I turn the 21mm nut, the strut keeps spinning with it.

    Is there a way that I can stop it from spinning?

    I've already removed the disc, hub and knuckle (bearing housing).
    I did try to remove the strut nut first but was spinning then, so didn't think it would matter if I get that stuff out and then the the strut nut last.

    Any suggestions?
    Mk IV Golf GTI - BMP - GIAC chip, R32 wheels, KW coilovers, rear swaybar.
    Originally Posted by JoeVR
    I've never been a big fan of rotors, or really Japanese cars in general, so my choice would have to be..... an RX-8.

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    you need a allan key to hold the strut, with a socket around it.
    so hold the strut in position, and turn the socket via a wrench.
    VW or someone do make a special tool to make this a little easier but the same principle applies from memory
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    Quote Originally Posted by dylan8 View Post
    you need a allan key to hold the strut, with a socket around it.
    so hold the strut in position, and turn the socket via a wrench.
    VW or someone do make a special tool to make this a little easier but the same principle applies from memory
    Thank you Dylan and RayRay.
    You guys are so helpful, most sppreciated.

    Strut is now out!!!
    Mk IV Golf GTI - BMP - GIAC chip, R32 wheels, KW coilovers, rear swaybar.
    Originally Posted by JoeVR
    I've never been a big fan of rotors, or really Japanese cars in general, so my choice would have to be..... an RX-8.

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