Bilstein Installation 2ND time around

[SOKY_RAM]

Today I took my 5100's out to move the washer to the correct location (under the plate). In doing so I was able to use some new tools I picked up this week. It made tightening the top nut so much easier than my first go round. I thought I would share for those that are going to install in the future. I used a craftsman Max access through socket wrench and another ratchet with 6mm hex socket.
The first time I used an Allen wrench stuck through a deep well with a pipe wrench to turn the socket. This works too but kind of cumbersome and hard to get leverage on Allen wrench. Hope this helps!

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[Drummin4jc]

Today I took my 5100's out to move the washer to the correct location (under the plate). In doing so I was able to use some new tools I picked up this week. It made tightening the top nut so much easier than my first go round. I thought I would share for those that are going to install in the future. I used a craftsman Max access through socket wrench and another ratchet with 6mm hex socket. View attachment 70881View attachment 70882
The first time I used an Allen wrench stuck through a deep well with a pipe wrench to turn the socket. This works too but kind of cumbersome and hard to get leverage on Allen wrench. Hope this helps!

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Good stuff!!

Adam

 

[SOKY_RAM]

Oh yeah that kit is only 28bucks right now at Sears.com

http://m.sears.com/craftsman-30pc-max-axess-1-4-3-8-in-dr/p-00903282000P

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[EagleChief]

Luckily for me, my helper had these tools in his selection. Made the install SO much easier.

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[R.L.K.]

That's a fantastic tool set up ! Thanks for posting that up .

Glad to see your washer in its correct location .
How many miles did you have on the washer installed incorrectly?
Any offroading during that time .

Did you have the clunking sound ?
How much damage was done to the under side of the upper cover assy ?
Did you have to replace them , if so post the p/n here , this may help someone in the future , I've heard the are only like $25.00 each .

 

[jknappen]

I replaced my washer as well i only had mine on for 2 weeks and only drove it a couple of times no damage and no noises. What a pain in the ass. This needs to be emphasized to all with bilsteins.


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[smoothee]

This needs to be emphasized to all with bilsteins.

Agreed, shops included. Recently helped my buddy move his up a notch, and the shop had washers placed incorrectly too.

 

[R.L.K.]

The location of the nut & washer that comes with the bilsteins 5100 is properly stated in step # 5 & #6 with the instructions that come with the bils 5100




I've seen 3 things contribute to the washer ending up installed improperly.

1) bilsteins not coming with instructions

2) "professionals techs" not following the instructions, and likely not taking the instructions out of the box largely in part to complacency, because they've installed many many shocks .

3) DIYers failing to read the instructions fully and using common sense instead.
I'd say most anyone without instructions would place the washer under nut instead of on the piston below the theads where it should be


The " clunking " noise heard by some post bilsteins 5100 s installed are linked two separate installation errors .
1) installing the washer improperly under the nut .
This issue usually takes several thousand miles to reveal itself I'd say we'll over 7-10 k if only ridden on paved roads with no offroading .

2) the top nut ( the one the washer does NOT go directly under) not being tight enough .
This issue usually reveals the clunking right away if left badly loose , but even if snug this would allow clunking over larger bumps or offroading .
Even torquing this nut to specs isn't good enough if the coil is not compressed sufficiently.

For anyone planning on installing the Bilstein 5100s themselves OR having a shop do it read the post I'm linking below . There are some good tips that may help you or your installers .

Hope this helps !

https://tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=...&share_tid=79370&share_fid=17770&share_type=t

Alright guys.. BILSTEINS post your pics!!!

 

[jknappen]

Awe cmon we are men we dont read instructions.... Although I will say I agree with shops being notified. I will say that 2 washers should be included as insurance one for under mount and one on top of mount.


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[jknappen]

As a side note..... Compressing coils sucks ass and can kill you if not done properly.


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[R.L.K.]

As a side note..... Compressing coils sucks ass and can kill you if not done properly.


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True , this is no.area to skimp on tools !
I used a beefy compressor that had safety latches to keep the springs from popping out .

 

[9th]

Awe cmon we are men we dont read instructions....

me either, I only read when after installation if something wrong occur.

 

[SOKY_RAM]

That's a fantastic tool set up ! Thanks for posting that up .

Glad to see your washer in its correct location .
How many miles did you have on the washer installed incorrectly?
Any offroading during that time .

Did you have the clunking sound ?
How much damage was done to the under side of the upper cover assy ?
Did you have to replace them , if so post the p/n here , this may help someone in the future , I've heard the are only like $25.00 each .

I only ran for two weeks with it wrong. I figured it out early so no offloading and drove it like a grandma. I reused the plates. They were fine but you could tell where the rod was working on it. I also didn't get these as tight as I should have the first time so it's a good thing I had to do again. I had a lot more thread above the nut after using this tool setup. Also found that putting some oil on the spring compressor threads makes it a hell of a lot easier to get coil compressed.

Today I took my 5100's out to move the washer to the correct location (under the plate). In doing so I was able to use some new tools I picked up this week. It made tightening the top nut so much easier than my first go round. I thought I would share for those that are going to install in the future. I used a craftsman Max access through socket wrench and another ratchet with 6mm hex socket. View attachment 70881View attachment 70882
The first time I used an Allen wrench stuck through a deep well with a pipe wrench to turn the socket. This works too but kind of cumbersome and hard to get leverage on Allen wrench. Hope this helps!

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[JasonK94Z]

Another alternative to the Sears set for this that I used

21 Pc SAE & Metric Go-Thru Socket Set

 

[J Rod]

Another alternative to the Sears set for this that I used

21 Pc SAE & Metric Go-Thru Socket Set

That's the set I used, worked like a charm.