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05-19-2024, 07:07 PM
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Drives: 2011 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Mar 2019
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Lingenfelter Clutch Return Spring
Sorry if I picked the wrong section to post this in, wasn't sure where else it might fit.
I know some folks on here have installed the clutch return spring that Lingenfelter makes, I was curious if anyone had any tips to get the spring mounted into the bracket behind the OBD port. I fussed and fought with it a little earlier and just couldn't get it to mount for the life of me.
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2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3
Mods: Kooks 1 7/8" LT Headers, CAI Intake w/ APEX Race Scoop, Bo White Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter, Powerbond 25% Underdrive Pulley, Borla ATAK Catback, Full DSE suspension, Bilstein B6 shocks/struts, Yukon 4.11 gears/TrueTrac, 1.25" drop Dyno Tuned by Brian Turner of Dyno Tune Motorsports |
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05-19-2024, 09:28 PM
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Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021
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I installed it, I don't have any tips but it fought me as well and finally I did get it.
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05-19-2024, 10:09 PM
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Drives: 2011 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: Ohio
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Dang. I appreciate the reply, glad to know I'm not alone in it fighting me at least. I kept seeing everyone say how easy it was and I can't see how. I'll have to get after it again tomorrow. I kept pushing and it'll kinda catch on the edge of the hole, but then it just won't give any to actually go through.
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2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3
Mods: Kooks 1 7/8" LT Headers, CAI Intake w/ APEX Race Scoop, Bo White Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter, Powerbond 25% Underdrive Pulley, Borla ATAK Catback, Full DSE suspension, Bilstein B6 shocks/struts, Yukon 4.11 gears/TrueTrac, 1.25" drop Dyno Tuned by Brian Turner of Dyno Tune Motorsports |
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05-19-2024, 10:12 PM
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Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021
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I installed it a couple years ago, I may have bent the hook part of the spring a little to make it go In Easier, I don't exactly remember. I know I thought bit was going to be easy and it wasn't.
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GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir
GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount. |
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05-19-2024, 11:55 PM
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Drives: 2011 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Mar 2019
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I've definitely had the same experience. I've done things that should've been a lot harder, but this is the one that's kicking my hind end. I thought about giving it a slight bend, might end up having to actually do that. Crazy this little thing is giving me this kind of fits.
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2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3
Mods: Kooks 1 7/8" LT Headers, CAI Intake w/ APEX Race Scoop, Bo White Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter, Powerbond 25% Underdrive Pulley, Borla ATAK Catback, Full DSE suspension, Bilstein B6 shocks/struts, Yukon 4.11 gears/TrueTrac, 1.25" drop Dyno Tuned by Brian Turner of Dyno Tune Motorsports |
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05-20-2024, 07:46 AM
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Drives: 2010 Camaro SS , 2011 Colorado LS1 Join Date: Jan 2022
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I had to bend one end of the spring also, could not get it on otherwise!
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05-20-2024, 08:50 AM
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Drives: 2011 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Mar 2019
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Ok, sounds like I'm not the only one who's had trouble then, I'll definitely trying giving it a little bend. Thanks!
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2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3
Mods: Kooks 1 7/8" LT Headers, CAI Intake w/ APEX Race Scoop, Bo White Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter, Powerbond 25% Underdrive Pulley, Borla ATAK Catback, Full DSE suspension, Bilstein B6 shocks/struts, Yukon 4.11 gears/TrueTrac, 1.25" drop Dyno Tuned by Brian Turner of Dyno Tune Motorsports |
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05-20-2024, 12:28 PM
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Drives: 2011 2SS, 2006 GMC Sierra Join Date: Jul 2019
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I use T-Handle hook tools for spring removal and install like this one. They have short and long handles, Can be straight or on an angle.
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05-20-2024, 12:41 PM
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Drives: 2011 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Mar 2019
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2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3
Mods: Kooks 1 7/8" LT Headers, CAI Intake w/ APEX Race Scoop, Bo White Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter, Powerbond 25% Underdrive Pulley, Borla ATAK Catback, Full DSE suspension, Bilstein B6 shocks/struts, Yukon 4.11 gears/TrueTrac, 1.25" drop Dyno Tuned by Brian Turner of Dyno Tune Motorsports |
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05-20-2024, 09:26 PM
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Drives: 2011 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Mar 2019
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I gave her my very best effort today and managed to punch it through. Thanks for the help & suggestions, everyone!
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2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3
Mods: Kooks 1 7/8" LT Headers, CAI Intake w/ APEX Race Scoop, Bo White Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter, Powerbond 25% Underdrive Pulley, Borla ATAK Catback, Full DSE suspension, Bilstein B6 shocks/struts, Yukon 4.11 gears/TrueTrac, 1.25" drop Dyno Tuned by Brian Turner of Dyno Tune Motorsports |
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06-18-2024, 06:12 PM
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Drives: Firebird 95, Equinox 05, Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2009
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Installing it is a bit of a chore
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I remember I got a good lamp at the foot well to get a clear, clean view and that helped immensely. Then I had to muscle the spring in... somehow it became easier by moving the seat all the way back and then 'diving' into the footwell head first, kinda' up-side down. Attempting to do it upright got me nowhere as I couldn't see the hooking points behind the pedal... but getting myself up-side down was quick & effective. I'm on the light side of the scale, just about 155-165 pounds and have no previous history with my back (I do have a couple of collarbone and shoulder issues from my motorcyclist daredevil days though) so that might not work for you. Just make sure you wear tight and dependable eye protection.
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