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Skyjacker D6912ST Installation Instructions page 3

2006 - 2011 dodge 1500 4wd 1"- 2.5” performance strut

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9. 06-08 Models: Assemble the new Skyjacker strut assembly by
installing the new Skyjacker coil spring seat, new Skyjacker coil spring
pad, new Skyjacker strut end cap, new Skyjacker bump stop, OEM
coil, & OEM upper hat on the new Skyjacker strut. Compressor the
coil spring & install the upper nut. (See Photo # 6) This will yeild
approximately 1" of lift depending on vehicle options. (ie. winch, after
market bumper, & etc) Note: "one" of the new Skyjacker coil seat
spacer rings (Part # F964ST-SP1) can be installed below the new
Skyjacker coil spring seat of each strut to yeild approximately 1 1/2"
of lift depending on vehicle options (See Photo # 7) & "Two" of
the new Skyjacker coil seat spacer rings (Part # F964ST-SP1) can
be installed below the new Skyjacker coil spring seat of each strut to
yeild approximately 2" of lift depending on vehicle options.
10. 09-11 Models: Assemble the new Skyjacker strut assembly by
installing the new Skyjacker coil spring seat, new Skyjacker coil spring
pad, new Skyjacker strut end cap, new Skyjacker bump stop, OEM
coil, & OEM upper hat on the new Skyjacker strut. Compressor the
coil spring & install the upper nut. (See Photo # 6) This will yeild
approximately 1 1/2" of lift depending on vehicle options. (ie. winch,
after market bumper, & etc) Note: "one" of the new Skyjacker coil
seat spacer rings (Part # F964ST-SP1) can be installed below the
new Skyjacker coil spring seat of each strut to yeild approximately 2" -
2 1/2" of lift depending on vehicle options. (See Photo # 7) Do not
install "Two" of the new Skyjacker coil seat spacer rings (Part #
F964ST-SP1) below the new Skyjacker coil spring seat of each
strut or driveline / cv-axle damage will occur.
11. Once the coil spring seat spacer rings have been installed check
all suspension components for any contact or interference. If
suspension component contact or interference is present, lower
the coil spring seat by removing a coil spring seat spacer ring
until no contact or interference is present.
12. Install the new strut assembly into the vehicle & attach to the upper
OEM frame mount using the OEM hardware. (See Photo # 8)
13. Attach the new strut assembly to the lower A-arm using the OEM
hardware. (See Photo # 9)
14. Attach the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle & attach the upper
A-arm to the steering knuckle. (See Photo # 10) Note: Periodically
retorque the upper / lower ball joints & outer tie rod!
15. Reconnect the sway bar end links using the OEM hardware.
16. Install the front tires / wheels & lower the vehicle to the ground.
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