The rear shocks are easy, however they can be a little tricky.  It is
just two bolts and you just remove them, put in the new shock and
tighten.  You would think that would be it.  However I have had problems
with the rear shocks becoming loose soon after they are installed.  I
don't know if something jams and makes the bolts seem tight when they
aren't or what.  Anyway, take the van for a short drive and then recheck
the shock tightness.  Retighten as needed.  That should be it.

Ken Wilford
John 3:16
www.vanagain.com

Stephen Cebula wrote:
> Hi Everybody,
> Thanks for all your input.  I'm still trying to get my vanagon through Md inpection.  I just have a few more items left to take care of and I can finaly drive it:)
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> I need to replace the rear shocks.  It looks like a fairly simple job but I've never done it before.  Is it just a matter of jacking it up, unbolt and bolt?  Any advice?
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> I need to do that, add a rear side marker, fix a dim taillight, and get my brake warning light to work.  If I can do all that in just a few hours, then I just might have it for the weekend which would be sweet!
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> Steve
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