DIY Shock Absorber Replacement
I have a 2007 Itasca Sunova 26p motorhome with the Workhorse chassis. Do members feel that replacing the shock absorbers is a Do It Yourself project. Thanks.
Forum Discussion
robatthelake wrote:hershey wrote:
I'm really taken back by the number of people who indicate that there is a perceived need for an impact wrench to replace the shock absorbers. I replaced mine on a Freightliner chassis with just a simple 1/2" socket set. Ratchet and 14" breaker bar. Not a big job at all.
Sure You can do that ,but a relatively inexpensive Impact Tool makes the job easier and faster!
Most weekend mechanics don't have the huge Craftsman Rollaround toolbox. Most fulltimers don't either. An impact wrench is an obvious advantage to have but I just don't see the need to buy one for such a simple task as removing 4 or 8 bolts or nuts on a single project. If its the upcoming task that puts one over the edge in getting an impact wrench then its an obvious good purchase. You'll use it for other projects too. YMMV....just an ole John Deere mechanic thinking out loud.
