Took advantage of the KYB $40 dollar MIR. Changing out my shocks and struts.

Application: 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan.

I'm trying to gather the tools to get the job done. My Chiltons book gives me little info on fastener sizes.

It appears the strut nut that came with the new KYB struts is 22mm given that 7/8" is slightly loose. Is that the same size as the factory strut nuts?

Also, on the factory struts, it appears it will take a hex socket to back-up the strut shaft. Anyone know what size socket that is? Also, some people say they simply grip the old strut shaft with a vise grip to get the old strut assembly apart.

What suggestions do you all have?

Thanks!

 

Got it done today. Borrowed an impact gun from a friend. Made it super simple. Don't know how I've survived without an impact gun this far.

Anyway, these are the tools I used to get the struts in and out:

10mm socket
13mm boxed/open end wrench
18mm deep socked (impact)
21mm deep socket (impact)
22mm deep socket (impact) - new KYB struts have 22mm nuts
Borrowed spring compressor from O'Reilly

Also utilized a C-clamp and 1-1/4" socket to press out the knuckle bolts. Going back on, I used a torque wrench to torque the knuckle bolts to spec. Those were the only fasteners I torqued besides the lug nuts.

All-in-all, pretty smooth after I had all the right tools in hand.

 

Slightly off topic, what size nut is on the front axle shafts on a 2006 Dodge Caravan with 2.4 Engine? I need to get the right socket before i start the job. thanks,...jack