Front/Rear strut removal

[Roady]

I’ve been trawling the suspension section but cannot find the right info.  Please point in the right direction if it’s been covered.

 

I’m just looking to replace the springs and shock absorbers front and rear.  Do I need to remove the entire strut to do this?  

 

For example, at the back, can I disconnect the stabiliser bar, remove the brake caliper (R31 brakes) then the 3 nuts at the top of the tower (in the car) then drop everything down or will I need more room to lower it out and have to disconnect the spindle bar etc as well and pull the entire strut out? 

 

Cheers

 

Jason

[C.A.R.]

It's been mentioned before, but...

For the rear, remove the 3 nuts at the top of the strut top, undo the half shaft from the companion flange, sway bar and the brake line.
You'll then be able to drop the strut down and lean the strut out.

For the front, it's easier just to remove the whole strut from the car to do the work.

Edited February 15, 2019 by Léon

[Roady]

Cheers thanks Locky - you’re a good man