>I was thinking that new shocks may improve the ride/handling on my '87
>Vanagon GL. While browsing the Bentley manual the other day in my spare
>time, I noticed that it says that you need a special tool to undo the top
>nut on the front shocks. Can it really be? Have you guys successfully done
>this at home in your garage (or parking lot) without the VW tool? Also any
>ideas on good replacement shocks?
>
>Rich Smith
>rich@indy.net
>'87 Vanagon GL
>'83 Vanagon GL (kinda redundant)
>'82 Vanagon (parts Van, Need any?)
>'81 Rabbit PU
>'73 Thing (2-tone white & rust)
>'57 Ragtop Oval (future restoration project)
>
Rich,
You don't need any special tools on a regular van. The syncro requires
a couple of special tools. Try KYB GR2 or gas adjust for a stiffer ride.
These are the least expensive. Bilstien or Koni are great if money is no
object.
Dave Zipperer
Courtesy Auto Service, Inc.
3030 Milwaukee St.
Madison,WI 53714
(608) 244-8088>