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03-21-2009, 07:02 PM | #19 | |
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This is exactly what I did. Put the TRDs on and got an alignment. Simple. BTW. I just today installed Cusco GT-Zero Coilovers and did it the way the DIY here states by removing the wiper motor, etc.. IT WAS WAY EASIER THAN NOT REMOVING WHEN I PUT ON THE TRD LOWERING SPRINGS. TRDs are now gonna be for sale. PM with bids if interested.
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03-30-2009, 10:15 PM | #20 |
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so if i'm installing new shocks and springs then do i just basically ignore the spring compressor part by setting that whole stock assembly aside and just add the new spring to the new shock and then bolt it all back in like the stock strut?
and what do i do with the back ones? i did a quick search and didn't find any DIY specifically on shocks so i thought i'd ask before i just try and wing it. |
05-29-2009, 06:09 PM | #21 |
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05-29-2009, 06:20 PM | #22 |
i did my spring and shock install , earlier in the week , followed the Toyota
PDF to a T , the whole job took about 5 hour's . that was by myself and taking my time , and taking photo's . |
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12-28-2009, 10:08 PM | #23 |
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Took us 3 hours, the rears took 15 minutes to install.....The front, we couldnt find the right tool to get those damn strut bolts out
We had to rig soemthing up with a socket and a allen key..What did you all use??? I didnt have an air gun so we couldnt spin them off really fast like most would have done?
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12-28-2009, 11:39 PM | #24 |
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Its offset/swivels/and ratchets. Just put it over the nut and hold a alen key over the top of the center of the strut with a pipe on the end and turn.
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12-29-2009, 12:52 AM | #25 |
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Ya the new suspension tommorow we will be using an air gun , those strut bolts will come right off this time....
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12-29-2009, 02:01 AM | #26 |
aw man! that was a neat PDF. Today, I just lowered my friend's 91 Accord, and now I'm itching more than before to do mine. Cool deal on seeing this thread today -thanks guys
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04-01-2010, 02:49 PM | #27 |
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What about cutting the bump stops... is that necessary for all springs and shocks? OR are TRD's struts shocks, and springs manufactured so to not need to cut the bump stops? Like the guy did on the Tanabe install?
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05-15-2010, 07:27 PM | #28 | |
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I'll either DIY mine or get someone else to do it but I'm looking to find out what the concensus is in terms of cutting (or not cutting) the bump stop -- is it necessary or only to be done with certain springs? Which is the RIGHT thing to do? .
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05-15-2010, 07:43 PM | #29 |
Cutting the Bump stops depends on the install
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05-15-2010, 08:04 PM | #30 |
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Thanks for the reply.
So for MY install, most likely I'll be using a set of Eibach ProKit (1" all around) and reusing the stock struts/bump stops... Is the recommendation to cut, or to leave the bump stops as is for my particular install?
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05-15-2010, 08:29 PM | #31 |
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For a mild 1" drop leave the bump stops uncut. I'm down 1.5" and didn't bother cutting them.
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05-15-2010, 08:33 PM | #32 |
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Thanks WeeYari..
I'm just hoping I won't have to drive all the way to Kitchener to see thebarber to get my springs done
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03-24-2011, 10:48 AM | #33 |
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can someone explain to me how to do the front suspensions without removing the windshield cowl?
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03-24-2011, 12:35 PM | #34 |
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03-24-2011, 09:45 PM | #35 |
I agree with Annn. Removing also allows you to clean up the cowl real well. You would be surprised at what you can find in there, particularly if the vehicle is kept outside.
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03-25-2011, 12:09 AM | #36 |
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I spent the extra 10 minutes to remove the cowl, it made the job alot easier wit it out of the way.
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