<<I also have changed shocks on many many vehicles. The nut will twist
for just about every shock newbie. There is a space at the top of the
bolt/stud to apply a wrench to keep the shaft from turning>>

DYK that there is a socket that actually fits the top of the shock
shaft?

DYK that this alone is the ticket to get most all shocks removed fast
and painlessly?

No heat, no vice grip's, no hacksaw blades, no pain, no strain, no muss,
no fuss.

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