Help with lowering

[Turbo&Auto]

I'm trying to install my Tanabe DF springs, how do you remove the nut on top of the front struts??? I can get a socket on top but then I can't get the wrench on the socket to turn it. Help please if you can :)

[hasher22]

Have u tried the search button for a Tanabe DF DIY??

those search engines are powerful....

[Turbo&Auto]

Yeah, I just noticed the howto section. When I found the site thru google it took me right to a forum page and I didnt notice the YW front page with the easy link.

Sorry for the laziness. I'm BIG on forums so I know how annoying it can be when someone does what I just did. My bad...

[YamilR]

You need a 19mm wrench

[Toymaniac]

You need a 19mm wrench


sorry but i just did mine and it was a 17mm for both top bolts...


the 19mm its the 2 lower one that are bolted to the hub...:wink:



the fist one on top i removed it with an impact gun

[brickhardmeat]

I just used my fingers because I am so tough and strong.:laugh:

Didn't I mention that I also know -everything-. :laugh: :rolleyes:

[Turbo&Auto]

Reading that how-to helped alot. I saw something online about remove the wiper tray with the wipers and all, I just couldn't believe that was the way. BUT sure enough it was....It was a lot easier then I thought too!! :) 2 hrs for the total install.

Here it is:

http://www.nicksturbomatrix.com/yarisdrop.jpg

http://www.nicksturbomatrix.com/yarisdrop1.jpg

http://www.nicksturbomatrix.com/yarisdrop2.jpg

http://www.nicksturbomatrix.com/yarisdrop3.jpg

[blacksan]

Reading that how-to helped alot. I saw something online about remove the wiper tray with the wipers and all, I just couldn't believe that was the way. BUT sure enough it was....It was a lot easier then I thought too!! :) 2 hrs for the total install.

Out of curiosity did you start at the front, or the rear? Which springs did you use?

[Turbo&Auto]

I started with the front since I figured it would be the most tough.

Tanabe DF's.

[blacksan]

I started with the front since I figured it would be the most tough.

Tanabe DF's.

That would be my approach. Get the crappy part done, and then move on to the easy stuff. I assume you spent most of your time on the front end? Where did you place your jack for the front end work? I assume you brought both tires off the ground at the same time?

BTW, Where are you located at in PA?

[brickhardmeat]

I put mine up on jack stands:smile:

Front was a little time consuming for me all that goddamn turning and spring compressing, won't be so bad putting in the coilovers.

[blacksan]

I put mine up on jack stands:smile:

Front was a little time consuming for me all that goddamn turning and spring compressing, won't be so bad putting in the coilovers.

The only thing I hate about unibody is the lack of a frame! I always worry about crunching body work even though I use the designated jacking points.

[brickhardmeat]

I always try and push the car off the stands before I start.:wink:

Of course with this car you kind of feel like you will dent or break something whaling on it as mentioned by others.:laugh:

[blacksan]

I always try and push the car off the stands before I start.:wink:

Of course with this car you kind of feel like you will dent or break something whaling on it as mentioned by others.:laugh:

I assume that maneuver is an effort to cause a natural obstruction from drive buys whilst you are wrenching in "Big D"! :biggrin:

[YamilR]

sorry but i just did mine and it was a 17mm for both top bolts...


the 19mm its the 2 lower one that are bolted to the hub...:wink:



the fist one on top i removed it with an impact gun

Yeah I'm wrong, I meant to say 17mm box wrench. It's being 6 months and 8000 miles later and they look even better once they settle

[YamilR]

Here's the DIY by Chris07LB
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1096

[blacksan]

Yeah I'm wrong, I meant to say 17mm box wrench. It's being 6 months and 8000 miles later and they look even better once they settle

So, now that your ass is sagin you are one with the force? :biggrin: