[rollinhonda]

They have held up great.. but then it's not like they get a LOT of use compared to a taligate. I am sure the strut is more stout than most for the load. Plus a shorter damper means even more room on the sides.

 

[acerunner]

anyone know the torque spec for re-installing the strut tower nut? It's part of the suspension, so I would assume torque is important.

 

[911medic]

Attached is part of the torque specs from the factory service manual. I would guess that those nuts would be the "damper nuts" listed under the front suspension. The manual says to use new nuts, so perhaps they're 'torque to yield' hardware? I'm not sure.

 

[GZero604]

I asked a licensed mechanic friend what that nut is called and he said it's none of those. He says it's called the strut nut and he couldn't find any info on the proper torque spec for it. So I just tested it with my torque wrench starting at 30lbs and it clicked easily. So I moved up to 40lbs and it clicked no problem. Moved up to 50lbs and it clicked but with little bit of force. Tried 60lbs and it didn't click so I guessimate the torque is somewhere between 45lbs-50lbs. I torque mine to 50lbs but having the bracket stays straight while tightening it was a time consuming trial and error. The more expensive kit from Europe have better brackets that looks like it won't spin as you tighten the nut. But it would have cost about $110 CAD versus the $24 CAD for the cheaper kit.

European kit with better brackets

 

[911medic]

I asked a licensed mechanic friend what that nut is called and he said it's none of those. He says it's called the strut nut and he couldn't find any info on the proper torque spec for it. So I just tested it with my torque wrench starting at 30lbs and it clicked easily. So I moved up to 40lbs and it clicked no problem. Moved up to 50lbs and it clicked but with little bit of force. Tried 60lbs and it didn't click so I guessimate the torque is somewhere between 45lbs-50lbs. I torque mine to 50lbs but having the bracket stays straight while tightening it was a time consuming trial and error. The more expensive kit from Europe have better brackets that looks like it won't spin as you tighten the nut. But it would have cost about $110 CAD versus the $24 CAD for the cheaper kit.

European kit with better brackets

Your tests would align with the damper nut specs listed above: 55 lb-ft.
Edit: Actually, I just looked at the diagram for removal and installation of the struts, and the table I posted above is indeed referring to the nuts in question. 75 nm/55 lb-ft

 

[GZero604]

Thanks for the confirmation. I re-tighten mine to 55lbs but keeping the brackets from moving was a chore.

 

[Rudyjr]

Thanks for the confirmation. I re-tighten mine to 55lbs but keeping the brackets from moving was a chore.

All you need to do is hold the part sticking up with an adjustable wrench while you tighten the nut.

 

[019283]

What, is everyone too lazy to put the existing strut up? Geez.

yes when you gota check the oil every freaking day..HONDA get off your ass and come up with a fix ..please

 

[RK724]

Thought this would be a nice add-on, ordered them from the eBay link provided by Rudyjr. Shipping took 2 weeks to the day. No provided instructions, didn't see any on the eBay page, but it is pretty straight forward, thanks to those who provided pictures. Very pleased with how they work.

 

[Rudyjr]

Thought this would be a nice add-on, ordered them from the eBay link provided by Rudyjr. Shipping took 2 weeks to the day. No provided instructions, didn't see any on the eBay page, but it is pretty straight forward, thanks to those who provided pictures. Very pleased with how they work.

Glad I could help. They are very easy to install. Nice cheap addition in my opinion.

 

[FASTFJR]

I have a question for everyone...I ordered the below. I was wondering if anyone else bought them and do they have instructions? I got nothing, contacted the company a few times and have not heard a word

Thanks

https://www.ebay.com/itm/112831819336?ViewItem=&item=112831819336


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[Genesis]

I have a question for everyone...I ordered the below. I was wondering if anyone else bought them and do they have instructions? I got nothing, contacted the company a few times and have not heard a word

Thanks

https://www.ebay.com/itm/112831819336?ViewItem=&item=112831819336


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I purchased the same one and it was an easy install (20Min) No instructions came with the lifts....how ever this will help.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/142594113114?rmvSB=true
Not the same but pictures at the bottom of the main photo show how to install.

 

[FASTFJR]

I purchased the same one and it was an easy install (20Min) No instructions came with the lifts....how ever this will help.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/142594113114?rmvSB=true
Not the same but pictures at the bottom of the main photo show how to install.

Thanks for the info