Front suspension installation step-by-step - small-body AMC - Gremlin, Hornet

Step-by-step walkthrough of the suspension installation on my 1977 AMC Gremlin restoration project, with socket sizes and torque specifications. Shocks, springs, upper and lower control arms, spindle, torsion bar and brackets, crossmember, and suspension bumper. Stay tuned for more videos on steering installation, and front brake system installation!

[@jls.628]

Thanks Paul! This video is just what I needed. Restoring a '74 AMX, took lots of pics during disassembly-but needed this video to give me confidence to put the suspension back together correctly.

[@dstructo]

I use KZbin as a reference all the time - noticed there wasn't much out there on AMC suspension stuff, so I thought I'd video mine. Glad you could use it!

[@greggwilson8055]

Thanks Paul very helpful.

[@InternetDude]

Fantastic info thanks. I’m being lazy but I need to change the bushings on my Eagle. Excellent explanation!!!

[@garyborn8067]

Very helpful...thanks

[@naughtysmurf64]

Wow and I thought my Import cars were difficult to work on.....my 75 Fastback Hornet looks like its gonna me fun too....But at least the nuts and bolts are big...

[@essigspeed]

See, I told you I checked out your video and I plan on checking out more. Thank you for subscribing to my channel and I am returning the respect with my sub.

[@jackcook6735]

The spring compressor makes that job completely safe. THANKS ! I like the little bearing on top. It Converts static friction to hydraulic friction, making that nut much easier to turn. And that spring can’t escape and hurt you ! It is 100% than The kind that goes on the outside of the spring.

[@dstructo]

Super impressive design for sure. If you've ever had a spring escape, you won't ever want it to happen again!

[@ssmith224226]

Nice video 👍

[@glennhales7302]

Awesome job, thanks. I have a 71 and a 76 nilmerG. I'm sure this will come in handy!

[@That_AMC_Guy]

I probably should've replaced the spring top bushings when I did my own Gremlin, but they looked to be in OK shape. Oh well.

[@elihaynes8422]

Any tips on where to set the torque rods? Where do you measure from to make sure they are set correctly?

[@willieshaw2522]

Those are used to set caster during the alignment - that changes car-to-car and there is no specific setting for them.

[@mikebrown4429]

are you on face book ?

[@mattjumper4343]

Are the suspension components for your 77 Gremlin the same for a 78 Concord? Thanks.

[@dstructo]

Yes they are!

[@zackarystewart9214]

Where do you buy the tool

[@dstructo]

I bought mine on eBay. Search for "AMC spring compressor" or use this link: www.ebay.com/itm/253333083643

[@raybrindos4514]

What was the name brand of the spring compressure? I'm starting my front end next month.

[@dstructo]

I bought mine on eBay. Search for "AMC spring compressor" or use this link: www.ebay.com/itm/253333083643