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10-16-2014, 01:44 PM
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Drives: 2011 2SS/RS L99 RJT Convertible Join Date: Sep 2014
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BC Coilover Install Help
So, I assemble the BC front coilover exactly as noted in the attached diagram. I slide the coilover up into the strut mount and attach all misc. mounting bolts. I have the front suspension raised with a floor jack which pushes the the coilover assembly "OEM Rubber Top Mount" flush with the strut mount(inner fender). I place the last washer(the one that stops the coilover from falling out) and tighten down the nut but there's quarter inch gap. If I lower the floor jack the coilover settles down seating the upper washer against the top of the fender strut mount, but what the heck would stop the coilover from slapping up and down with that quarter inch gap?
I assembled the coilover exactly the way it is picture in the diagram on the work bench. Is the OEM washer I highlighted supposed to be washer thats in the engine compartment and stops the coilover from falling out? Just for kicks I removed the "OEM Washer"(the one highlighted in the diagram) and slid the coilover up into the fender strut mounting hole and then installed the large washer and the gap was no longer there, but I don't think this is right. Can anyone tell me if the instructions are wrong or if I'm doing something wrong?
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10-16-2014, 01:57 PM
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Follow the instructions! The diagram is correct! The gap is on all of our cars because it is needed when turning the steering wheel. Start your car turn the steering wheel and check out your strut tops. You will notice what I am talking about. Enjoy your BC coilovers!
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10-16-2014, 02:01 PM
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Drives: 2016 1SS Join Date: Apr 2012
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Agreed ^^^^^^. That gap is normal, even there on a stock car. You did everything correctly. What stops the coilover from coming out is that washer and the weight of the car holding the assembly in place. As long as you don't plan on taking the car airborne you should be OK  Thank you, Ricardo
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10-16-2014, 02:15 PM
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Drives: 2011 2SS/RS L99 RJT Convertible Join Date: Sep 2014
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Just turned the steering wheel and I see where the top of the coilovers tilt left and right depending on which way you turn the wheel. I didn't notice the gap when I took the stock struts off. Looks I'm good to go other then bringing up the rear a little.
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10-16-2014, 02:25 PM
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When the car is in the air that washer sits on the strut tower, so you would not have seen the gap when you took them off. But now that the car is on the ground the gap will show up. Glad you got everything handled. Install looks good!! Thank you, Ricardo
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