Installing lowering spring ???'s
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Installing lowering spring ???'s
I need new shocks and struts so I'm thinking about lowering springs, either Eibach Sport kit or Hotchkis. I'm wondering how hard it is to install these in the driveway with hand tools. I've heard people talk about spring compressors and stuff, but I've parted a couple thirdgens and if I remember correctly, all you have to do is raise the car high enough on jack stands and you can just pull the springs out, is this correct? Otherwise, what's the deal on installing these?
Also, how hard is it to do the shocks/struts myself? I don't think the fronts are a big deal, but how about the rears? Thanks.
Also, how hard is it to do the shocks/struts myself? I don't think the fronts are a big deal, but how about the rears? Thanks.
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Re: Installing lowering spring ???'s
Originally posted by My90Iroc
I need new shocks and struts so I'm thinking about lowering springs, either Eibach Sport kit or Hotchkis. I'm wondering how hard it is to install these in the driveway with hand tools. I've heard people talk about spring compressors and stuff, but I've parted a couple thirdgens and if I remember correctly, all you have to do is raise the car high enough on jack stands and you can just pull the springs out, is this correct? Otherwise, what's the deal on installing these?
Also, how hard is it to do the shocks/struts myself? I don't think the fronts are a big deal, but how about the rears? Thanks.
I need new shocks and struts so I'm thinking about lowering springs, either Eibach Sport kit or Hotchkis. I'm wondering how hard it is to install these in the driveway with hand tools. I've heard people talk about spring compressors and stuff, but I've parted a couple thirdgens and if I remember correctly, all you have to do is raise the car high enough on jack stands and you can just pull the springs out, is this correct? Otherwise, what's the deal on installing these?
Also, how hard is it to do the shocks/struts myself? I don't think the fronts are a big deal, but how about the rears? Thanks.
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The struts are easy..but the rear shocks are kind of a pain, just because of the top mount bolt. I had to remove a whole lot of interior plastic to get to em'......Anyone know of an easier way?:lala:
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