Front strut replacement, couple of questions

[steved0x]

Yes to the first (I do), and on the second, some aftermarket LCA recommend not tightening that one until the suspension is loaded with the weight of the car. The Porsche guides, Bentley etc don't say that (and I didn't the last time) (but for sure do on the inner bushing)

Originally Posted by steved0x

on the second, some aftermarket LCA recommend not tightening that one until the suspension is loaded with the weight of the car. The Porsche guides, Bentley etc don't say that (and I didn't the last time) (but for sure do on the inner bushing)

Okay, so I don't need to mark anything on the lower control arm bolt where it attaches to the frame to return it to the same spot. But how do I get to that bolt to tighten it while it's loaded with the weight of the car? I don't have a lift. Would having the wheels on the ground and the tires turned provide enough room? Or, use ramps maybe?

Edit: I'm assuming the inner bushing is the one at the end of the LCA where it attaches to the frame/crossmember.