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I have a '75 hornet need to replace coil springs. Is there an easy way? If not, best way to put them on. Engine shuts off while driving(232), replaced plugs,wires,dist cap,rotor. Is there something you can suggest for that problem?
Are you talking about the valve springs or front suspension springs? If you plan on replacing the front suspension coil springs, you will need a coil spring compressor as used on AMC & many Fords. You remove the shock absorber; install the spring compressor where the shock was, and compress the spring. You then unbolt the spring seat and remove it. If you have not done this before, I would suggest buying a repair manual or go down to the library and check one out. The procedure is the same on all AMC cars, except Pacer, from 1970 up. As for the engine stalling, does it start back up imediately? If not, have you removed a plug wire from a spark plug, crank the engine while holding the end of the wire 1/2" away from the engine block and get a spark? A problem with 75 AMC's has been a defective pickup in the distributor...
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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