Strut spring perch

[abruzzi]

I bought a pair of rear struts for my 280z from the local autozone (Sachs) but they don't have the spring perches. I've not removed my old struts yet, but the perches look like part of the strut and not moveable. Am I missing something?

Do the Tokico HP struts (HZ3012/HZ3013) come with the perches in place? If so, I'll return what I have to AutoZone, and order some of them.

Thanks,

Geof

[5thhorsemann]

the strut fits in the tube that the spring perch is welded to.

tipco and others make struts with perches attached.

Edited November 27, 2010 by 5thhorsemann

[jfa.series1]

Geof - to clarify some terminology, what you probably bought was a strut or shock insert, not a strut. As 5th says, the insert will go inside the strut tube after you remove the strut assembly from the car. I've attached a couple of photos to give you a better idea of the parts involved. Note that my strut assembly is totally broken down, including brake parts removal. You do not need to go this far just to replace the insert.

Caution, do not attempt to separate strut tube from the transverse link unless you are prepared for some major work. Extracting the spindle that connects the two pieces is a major PITA, usually involves a machine shop with large press or other specialized tools. You should only do this if converting to urethane bushings or similar.

Hope this helps.

Jim

[5thhorsemann]

BRAVO Jim, great info.

[abruzzi]

D'oh! Now I feel stupid. For the life of me I didn't see that, and my brother (the professional mechanic) didn't see it at first. (in his defense, he tells me he hasn't seen a car with that design in a very long time.)

Mea culpa.

Geof

[Walter Moore]

... he tells me he hasn't seen a car with that design in a very long time.)...

Well, it is a very old car...

[cmiulius]

hello everybody, I'm looking for some lowering springs for my 280Z(1976). I need at least 2" drop. Does anybody have those? I really don't want to cut the stock springs. That's Hecho in Mexico.