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Old 10-14-2016, 07:38 PM   #33
BruceH
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Originally Posted by Shred View Post
Just to add to the OP's excellent guide.
I've replaced mine yesterday.

I loaded the suspension using my jack to order to put the new part in.

I fully loaded the suspension and installed the front bolt very easily, then use the jack to lower the suspension if needed to install the rear fork section. The jack can help getting the perfect angle to install the part, it basically would slip in with just a little force.

Remember to use blue Loctite and a new locking nut at each rear end.
I did mine today, I used the 997 part. Great DIY write-up I will echo using your jack to load the suspension. Getting the suspension to just the right height allows the arm to slip right into place. I also ended up replacing the underbody panel and the two rear wheel mud guards. All three were well past their prime. The clunking is now gone for the most part. There is still some suspension noise but no where near what it was before.
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