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07-13-2006, 12:41 PM | #1 |
TOols for suspension
What are the tools to install a shock, strut and springs?
is it worth doing it myself or paying someone to do it? |
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07-13-2006, 03:49 PM | #2 |
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I was curious about this too, since I don't fancy paying some dude $150-$200 to install lowering springs.
But it'd prob be better to pay someone who knows what they're doing
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07-13-2006, 11:13 PM | #3 |
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well all you should need other than normal hand tools is a spring compressor...which you can rent from auto parts places like autozone for free...
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07-14-2006, 01:03 AM | #4 |
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yeah, suspension is fairl easy work, just take your time, pay attention to exactly how the old part comes out, and have fun, and think if it takes you 4 hours to do it, its just like you made 50$ an hour :)
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07-14-2006, 01:45 AM | #5 |
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i use torque wrench to make sure everything back to spec.
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07-14-2006, 01:45 AM | #6 |
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Here's a list:
FLoor Jack Jack stands Tire wrench allen wrench 17mm wrench 19mm wrench 12-14mm wrench springs compressor Power of Zeus Pack of beer
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07-14-2006, 05:48 AM | #7 | |
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Roll the keg-o-rator over closer to the tool box. You will spend more time drinking beers, then it takes to actually do the install.... well I will anyway, "results may vary", lol. The rears for example, are a cake walk! Start there first, and build your confidence. |
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07-14-2006, 09:13 AM | #8 |
lol haha thx guys.
cause the spring, strut and shocks are about 270 and to install them is 370....tahts pretty weak, i dont think I'll do that. -- Blen |
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07-14-2006, 09:52 AM | #9 |
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anyone going to do a DIY? I have experience installing suspension for my other car, but i'm always nervous on doing it on a vehicle that i'm not familiar with.
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07-14-2006, 12:50 PM | #10 | |
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07-14-2006, 01:05 PM | #11 |
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now for anyone that has added new suspension... are there any camber adjustments necessary?
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07-21-2006, 07:51 PM | #12 |
My only concern are the specific torque on the bolt/nuts.. Once I was over tighten a strut nut and broke the whole strut mount.
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07-21-2006, 08:00 PM | #13 | |
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07-29-2006, 10:31 AM | #14 | |
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Even if everything looks/feels great, you should always get an alignment after doing any suspension work. Just make sure the shop you pick can get the car onto a lift. Knowing the factory specifications for your car for toe, camber and caster does not hurt, either- that is what the shop should set it back to.
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07-29-2006, 01:02 PM | #15 |
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SPRING HOW-TO is POSTED.
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...ed=1#post15049 |
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