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Old 05-22-2012, 05:09 PM
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bit of a problem I need to replace a spring on a jag coilover,I have depressed the spring and it has cleared the holder at one end ,but i see 2 collets but i do not know how to get them out can someone please help
 
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Once the spring is compressed, the colletts should just drop out. However, sometimes you have to jiggle them a bit with a screwdriver or suchlike.
 
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many thanks
they seem to be really stuck fast is there glue or anything in there,
 
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is there glue or anything in there
Shouldn't be, but one never knows what the previous guy did ! Try a tap with a hammer and rod.
 
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Originally Posted by Fraser Mitchell
Shouldn't be, but one never knows what the previous guy did ! Try a tap with a hammer and rod.
yes tried that too would heat be any good ?
 
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All sorted with a little help they came out
many thanks to all
 
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