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02-06-2015, 02:38 PM
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Drives: 2011 LS V6 (M) & 2019 LS I4 (AT) Join Date: Jan 2015
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Need Tool Requirements for Spring installation
As the title says, I'm installing BMR springs this weekend. I already have a jack w/ 4 stands. I have a torque wrench and a socket for removing the wheels. Aside from that, i'm wondering what other tools I will need. Specifically socket sizes for the remainder of the bolts that need to be removed. I've been trying to get my hands on a Haynes manual but havent found one yet locally. I've watched videos on youtube for replacing the springs but i dont think he mentioned what size sockets were used, just where the bolts are.
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02-06-2015, 02:47 PM
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Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007
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Rent a set of coil compressors from AutoZone or a similar company.
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02-06-2015, 03:11 PM
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Drives: 2011 LS V6 (M) & 2019 LS I4 (AT) Join Date: Jan 2015
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02-06-2015, 03:16 PM
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Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007
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Make your life easy and work safe. Rent one.
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02-06-2015, 03:16 PM
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Don't really need any as you stated they aren't under that much pressure, but an extra set of hands does come in handy.
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02-06-2015, 03:26 PM
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Drives: 2011 LS V6 (M) & 2019 LS I4 (AT) Join Date: Jan 2015
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What about the sockets i'll need? Im even willing to go out and buy a set... I just figure with my luck the set wont have that ONE deep socket or there will be ONE oversized socket needed that doesnt come in standard sets.
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02-06-2015, 03:31 PM
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Check the BMR site. The instructions there have what tools are needed.
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02-06-2015, 03:35 PM
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02-06-2015, 03:59 PM
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The only thing not mentioned is trimming about 1" off the rear bump stops. Doesn't have to be perfect but you definitely want to cut them down.
BTW, I used plastic ties to hold the springs when I installed phadt springs just to be safe.
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