Ranchero – DIY Front Install
This week the at the Aldan American Shock Lab, Charlie Rivers, an LA local dropped off his 1970 Ford Ranchero for the Aldan American experience.
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With new suspension, the collectible is well on its way to becoming a restored classic (Aldan) American car.
Step By Step Front Install
Step 1: Remove tire and brakes.
Step 2: Remove upper and lower shock mount
Step 3: Remove Inner Shield
Step 4: Remove coil spring with spring compressor
Step 5: We are replacing the upper and lower control arms so we removed them.
Step 6: Drill holes for the new upper shock mount
Remove only one T Slot bolt at a time. 
*Note we had to cut the washer for clearance 
Step 7: Prep new mounts for install
We utilized tape to hold the bolts in place while assembling 
Step 8: Install new mounts
Step 9: Install lower and upper control arms.
Spreading the frame slightly so the new arm fits. 
Install lower control arm. 
Install upper control arm. 
New control arm hardware.
Step 10: With the upper shock mount in place – it’s time to install the new Aldan American coil over shock.
Step 11: Attach the lower mount of the Aldan American coil over to the upper control arm.
Step 12: Now your car is ready for the alignment shop!
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