Problems adjusting DR coilovers

[Ridgewalker]

Help! I finally got the chance to install my DR coil overs. It was a rather easy install until I realized I had to lower it 1/2" so my roof rack wouldn't hit my garage entrance. This is when the problem occurred.

I jacked up the truck and loosened the set screw per instructions. Then I adjusted the passenger side fairly easily although there wasn't much room and it was fairly tight.

Next came the driver's side and the problems began. I jacked it up; loosened the set screw; and started. No room to get the spanner wrench in without being cocked and hitting the threads. So I got out some rubber padding to protect it.

It was much harder to turn than the passenger side. I managed one full turn, but need more.

HELP! Is there a secret I cannot figure out? How do you turn the collar with no room and it is tight as all get out?

Thanks in advance.

 

[mountainpete]

First, did you soak it with something like WD-40? It's a really good idea to do that first so that the threads move easier.

 

[Ridgewalker]

The miracle spray! Now why didn't I think of that?
Thanks! I'll give it a try. :jumping:

 

[Bergger]

I know with my SAWs there is not much room in there with the wheels on but it can be done. The collars are tough to turn and the easiest way I found was to us a cheater bar. I just slip my floor jack handle over the spanner wrench and it is extremely easy to turn. Especially if you are adjusting them up.

 

[asteffes]

I spray mine down with PB Blaster before adjusting the collars. It soaks in better than WD-40.

 

[Willman]

First, did you soak it with something like WD-40? It's a really good idea to do that first so that the threads move easier.

WD-40 is the stuff!

Another tip.....
Sometimes their is no room for the wrench...Use jack stands to hold up the rig...(I do this with leaving the tires on)....Then take your floor jack under the a-arm and lift it up just a little to work the wrench inn! Doing that will provide a little more working room!

:Mechanic:

 

[Ridgewalker]

Success! I combined everyone's ideas and now I've lowered my truck just enough to clear the roof rack and get it into my garage.
Thanks for all the help! :jumping:
Now to schedule an alignment this week and I'm off to test it out.