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Subject:Re: front spring removal question (and rear spring removal answer)
From:Todd Last
Date:Mon, 18 Sep 2006 22:01:55 +0000

Do you have a std or syncro?

I've changed my front springs in my 2wd Westy a number of times.
It is tedious, but easy. The trick is to get the front high enough so that the a-arm can drop free.

I have photos of the procedure if you are interested.
It is a great time to replace the suspension bushings while you are doing this.

Todd
'88 WEsty

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: Warren Lail <vw.bus@MAC.COM>
> I need to replace my front springs, but I'm not sure really how to go about it.
> Has anyone done this recently or written it up?
>
> Just last month, I switched out the rear springs.  All you have to do is to
> disconnect the shock, jack the bus up so that the rear suspension hangs down,
> and just pull the spring out.  CV axles are not involved (for whoever asked).
> You don't even need to remove the rear wheel.  It took about 20 minutes total.
>
> But those front springs look a bit more complicated to get to. Help!
>
> Warren L.
> 88 Westy "Billy Bones"