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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 09:55 PM
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Top Stabilizer end link nut

Ok guys, i changed out my lower ball joint and tierod ends the other day. This morning was time for the Stabilizer end links. I soak everything down with pb blaster and driver side 14mm top nut just spins. Went over to the other side and no problem with it coming off. Whats the easiest way to remove? ​​​
Also, you are suppose to hold the 18mm lower nut with a wrench and turn the 8mm spindle clockwise or counter clockwise when looking straight up. That sucker is tight too. Thanks guys
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 08:01 AM
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There should be a raised area on the stem that is formed as a hex. Use an open end wrench to keep it from turning when removing the top nut. I believe the raised hex is just above the lower ball socket.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 10:27 PM
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I'm confused by your description. The top nut is just turning.. Again, when looking up from the bottom and holding the 8mm what way do u turn the 18mm nut clockwise or counterter clockwise .
 
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Old Mar 17, 2017 | 10:04 AM
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Check out this video, this guy shows exactly what to do when that happens

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WtHqtAS7gdY
 
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Old Mar 17, 2017 | 09:30 PM
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Ok here's the setup.The top nut abou the washer is just spinning. I'll put a jack under the A arm and apply some pressure but if that doesn't work do i have the spindle off?
Also, on the bottom u der the A arm, do i hold the 8mm hex and turns the 18mm nut or is it the other way around? What direction do i turn?

Which way do u turn it
 
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Old Mar 17, 2017 | 09:56 PM
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See the hex just below the lower washer? That's what you have to hold still. Both nuts come off counter-clockwise.
 
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