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08-12-2013, 03:48 AM | #1 |
Henry Mak
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(M2 Springs Installed) Some tips for installation of lowered springs for noobs
Hey Yarisworld! I just spent way too long on my yaris trying to put in these $100 M2 Performance Lowering Springs (Amazon). I just wanted to share some tips to those that may need help (like I did) or those that have no experience with this crap.
Don't underestimate the time it will take This job can be very tedious and frustrating if you are doing it for the first time. You may even need to run to home depot for tools you thought you wouldn't need. Raise two wheels at a time (Two front/two back of course) I'll explain in the other tip. Use your emergency scissor jack (or a floor jack) to compress the rear spring so that you can take the bolt and stud (or w.e.) Spin the rear spring to plop it out if it doesn't just pop out. A way to wiggle it. Compress front spring w/jack to reduce torque required for front 19mm bolts The 19mm (2 bolts) was the hardest for me to take out. It is factory set for 141lbs and I only had a 25-100lbs torque wrench ($80 at home depot-_-). I fricken broke my ratchet wrench trying to unscrew it and it almost hit my eye! However I compressed the spring up and loosened it from the side with screw sticking out. You need a wrench that is strong and long. Be prepared to remove the cowl It is possible without it, but you better have some skinny ass offset wrench. I bought one but the neck was too fat to get a good grip. I used a through-ratchet from home depot (has a hole in the middle for allen key) and improvised my old jackstand to hold the allen key. This part made me want to cry, the top nut is so hard -_-. And when you finish loosening it your strut falls all quick. Be prepared for the tedious work of using the spring compressors That shyt takes forever to loosen if you're using a monkey wrench. Get every part of the spring with the spring compressor I left the bottom two twirls of the spring uncompressed and the shock went flying a bit. Good luck. Disregard my hubcaps....I can't afford rims =P. (Picture taken right after installment) 2009 Yaris 3dr Hatchback |
08-12-2013, 06:37 AM | #2 |
やりすぎだ~
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lol.
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08-15-2013, 02:00 PM | #3 |
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i like this thread. this is a good thread.
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08-15-2013, 03:56 PM | #4 |
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Thanks for sharing. Gives me a good head-start when I do get some springs.How did you get torque back to 142 Lbs? How do you like the ride with the M2s ?
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08-19-2013, 02:25 AM | #5 |
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I got it to 100 torque lbs since another thread said 70lbs is enough so ehh? The m2s so far are pretty awesome. The car handles a lot better beause I dont lean when I turn fast so I guess more grip to the tires? and with only an inch and a half drop, ride is only slightly rougher and I dont have to go 2 mph on bumps. never bottomed out
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08-20-2013, 12:07 PM | #6 | |
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I installed these exact springs about a month ago. Got them on eBay for $80. The quality and fitment was better than expected for the cost. I didn't like how the rear was lower than the front though, and this did not change after 2-3 weeks of settling. I was happy with the height of the rears though, so I just cut off 1/4 of a coil off of each end of the front springs. Sits VERY nice now and has just the tiniest amount of rake (which I think all cars should have). **Also, I didn't use a spring compressor and don't think you need to. I just laid the strut/ spring on it's side, stood on the stock spring while loosening the top nut to release the tophat, and had the bottom of strut body up against the wall. When it finally let go it gave a good pop, but nothing flew more than a few inches and I felt zero chance of injury doing it this way. |
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08-21-2013, 01:43 AM | #7 | |
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08-21-2013, 10:24 AM | #8 |
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It's unwise not to use a spring compressor -- you did it the best way without using one, but you also got lucky. Parts can go flying all over the shop/garage/yard doing it that way.
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Also, be careful and don't cut too much off. If I had cut anymore off than I did, the overall length of the spring would have been too short for it to stay in place during moments of full droop (i.e. accidentally catching air on a railroad crossing). Quote:
And luck had nothing to do with it, I had a plan and knew what to expect and have done the same process on several other cars before. I would recommend doing it this way to anyone that feels confident in their mechanical abilities. |
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08-21-2013, 01:44 PM | #10 | |
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Like I said "you did it the best way without using one". The top parts can pop off with such force that they fly a fair distance -- lost parts in the middle of an install are not fun, and if someone is in the way, or you point it at yourself, that's just plain dangerous. I have an obligation to point out possible safety concerns, and I always will.
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08-21-2013, 02:11 PM | #11 |
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^^Understandable.
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08-23-2013, 12:05 AM | #12 |
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[QUOTE=D&D;711228]If I had cut 1/2 of a coil off of either end then it would have posed a problem. But by cutting just 1/4 of a coil off of both ends, it retains the shape of the end of the spring enough to seat satisfactorily.
Also, be careful and don't cut too much off. If I had cut anymore off than I did, the overall length of the spring would have been too short for it to stay in place during moments of full droop (i.e. accidentally catching air on a railroad crossing). SO you cut a 1/4 inch top the top and the bottom? |
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08-26-2013, 03:55 AM | #14 |
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SO A total of a 1/2 of a coil 1/4 from the top, and a 1/4 from the bottom? Sorry for asking this over and over, Just want to make sure I got this right.
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08-26-2013, 12:30 PM | #15 | |
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Make sure to post pics when you're done! (I still need to post pics of mine, lol). |
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09-14-2013, 06:39 AM | #17 |
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how are you finding the M2 springs?
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09-14-2013, 02:05 PM | #18 |
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