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#1
03-13-2003, 07:53 PM
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Coilover Help Please~!
Hey i just got some coilovers and i didnt buy any new shocks.. I realize i am gona have a bumpy ride but i need some advice.. OK when i go to take out the shocks do i HAVE to have a spring decompressor??? Or can i just use regular tools to put the coilovers on(the whole process)?
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03-13-2003, 08:15 PM
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if you try to take the stock spring off just normally then you might have some injuries. But what I do is take the strut assembily off of the car and get 2 tires and put you allen wrench in the middle of 12 mm nut on the top. wedge the whole assembly inbetween the tires and take it off slowly. wait for the spring to come flying off. If you have done it right it all should stay right inbetween the 2 tires. It is still very dangerous like this but the safe way is to use a compressor.
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03-14-2003, 08:35 AM
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4thgen91hatch Hey you only about 2 hrs away form me. You ever goto Owensboro?
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03-14-2003, 10:20 AM
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Why Risk Injury?
Autozone's loan-a-tool program has spring compressors. You pay for the tool when you leave the store. If you return it within 3 months, they give you your money back. No Autozone? Just buy the tool...30 bucks.
If you want further motivation, picture the strut bearing shooting off and hitting you in the jaw (or btwn the legs) with 300+ lbs of force... If you haven't already, you might want to invest in some jackstands and a good floorjack, too. Safety First! Todd 91 SI
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03-14-2003, 10:25 AM
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I have never had that problem. The tires work for me. I do it all day long. But It is your choice of method I guess.
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