How to drop the cradle?

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  1. 96GTS

    96GTS New Member

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    Is it really as simple as disconnecting the break lines, the ABS connectors, and removing the driveshaft and the 4 subframe bolts?
     
  2. Hemi31

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    yep......don't forget the upper shock bolts.
     
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    You don't have to disconnect the brake lines. Just ubolt the calipers and hang them.
     
  4. 96GTS

    96GTS New Member

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    ah, good call.
     
  5. Dookie

    Dookie Foe twenny sics

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    You have a lift?
     
  6. 96GTS

    96GTS New Member

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    No, but I have access to one if it's really necessary. Why would I need one?
     
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    Dookie Foe twenny sics

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    I just figured it would be lots easier to lift the car above the cradle once dropped than to fish it from under the car on jack stands...better be some HIGH jack stands.
     
  8. 1fastsedan

    1fastsedan Destroyer of Warranties

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    Don't forget to disconnect the parking brake cable and ABS sensors on the way down.
     
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  9. MAGFX

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    Jack stands worked for me.
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    Dookie Foe twenny sics

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    Doh! I was thinking front...my bad. BTW, nice work ^^^^
     
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    1FST4DR Supporting Vendor

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    Cool Pic

    Dont worry Kyle,I was too ..:blush:
     
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    Your avitar's skirt sure does!