Corey Bedortha teaches you how to install Hotchkis rear suspension performance parts in your classic car, demonstrating the process for putting in the bushings, spring mounts, rear shackles and multi-leaf springs. Remember, it is highly important that you apply enough silicone grease when necessary because it will make the car react much faster.
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11:00How to Replace Rear Shocks
Brent Ackley and George Vondriska teach you how to replace rear shocks, in this case on the El Camino. They walk you step by step through the removal and installation process, demonstrating the essential maintenance tips and techniques you’ll utilize when doing this yourself. Learn the difference between air shocks and air bags and determine…
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3:35New Wheels and Tires for Classic Cars
Suspension is a good first step for improving the handling of a car, but Cam Benty explains how new, better wheels and tires for classic cars can make an even bigger difference. Cory installs the wheels and teaches you about an aspect you might have overlooked otherwise – alignment.
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6:14Repacking the Wheel Bearings
Brent Ackley repacks the wheel bearings on his 1966 Buick Skylark to inspect them for wear and damage. He removes the dust cover, cotter key and castle nut to teach you how to take out both the inner and outer bearings for cleaning and then examine and repack them.
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9:33Replacing a Differential Gasket
Brent Ackley gives you step-by-step instructions for replacing a differential gasket on a 1966 Buick Skylark classic car. Although it may be a bit messy, you will want to know how to do this because the differential gaskets are what make the wheels go round.
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