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1969to2010 · 12-19-2010, 08:55 PM

2010 CAMARO DROP SPRINGS PROJECT
PFADT 1.25 INCH LOWERING SPRINGS HOME GARAGE INSTALL CAMARO 1SS
( WE DID THIS IN THE GARAGE WITH ONLY SIMPLE HAND TOOLS AND A CORDLESS IMPACT WRENCH SAVED US $$$ IN LABOR)
LOW PROFILE JACK AND JACK STANDS ARE A MUST
WE DID 2 CARS THIS DAY IN LESS THAN 6 HOURS
WE STARTED WITH THE FRONT

FIRST STEP LOOSEN UP THE LUG NUTS BUT DONT TAKE OFF
SAFELY JACK UP THE CAR AND REST IT ON JACK STANDS
TAKE OFF THE TIRES

NOTE: we didnt use a spring compressor we didnt really find too much tension in the springs although both our cars did vary, to be safe you can use a ratchet strap if you dont have a spring compressor. I put pressure down on the strut and my buddy undid the reatining nut or screwed it on

NOW FOR THE REARS

WILL BE GETTING AN ALIGNMENT SOON....

THE CARS RIDE IS AMAZING SINCE THE DROP IM VERY HAPPY

SPECIAL THANKS TO MY BROTHER AND PARTNER IN CRIME JIM1SS

Apex Motorsports · 12-19-2010, 09:02 PM

That is a serious post.

yourxianda · 12-19-2010, 09:39 PM

You guys are pros. I could never do it by myself.

1969to2010 · 12-19-2010, 09:54 PM

trust me were no pros you can do it
if I can you can

alab32 · 12-19-2010, 10:07 PM

Great post! Well done! I look forward to doing mine some time soon.

1Camaro2SS · 12-19-2010, 10:47 PM

The best post I've seen on these forums! I will do mine in the springt

1969to2010 · 12-19-2010, 10:54 PM

wow Thanks

Alpine M · 12-20-2010, 12:23 AM

Excellent Post!

Mods - This could be a good sticky for a lot of users here.

axis · 12-20-2010, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alpine M

Excellent Post!

Mods - This could be a good sticky for a lot of users here.

It needs to be moved or recopied to the DIY section. There's a TON of DIY's for most things you can do to your car, in there. Great pics and captions.

Beyond Limits · 12-20-2010, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yourxianda

You guys are pros. I could never do it by myself.

Sure you could. It is honestly a lot easier then it seems when you look at it on paper. Just make sure you have the tools you need ahead of time and have some patience and you will surprise yourself.

Inferno LSX · 12-20-2010, 07:46 PM

great post. I installed the stage 2 kit Friday. It wasn't at all difficult. I was lucky to have a lift available.

ScottieBlkSS · 12-20-2010, 11:12 PM

I agree thats excellent info and very informative photos. Job well done

and car looks alot better....

1969to2010 · 12-21-2010, 06:47 AM

I honestly didnt think it would be as stark a difference, it looks like the car was meant to look that way,
also I thought the ride would be harsh it isnt at all

axis · 12-21-2010, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1969to2010

I honestly didnt think it would be as stark a difference, it looks like the car was meant to look that way,
also I thought the ride would be harsh it isnt at all

If you don't have the sways, i'd HIGHLY suggest you get them. You'll really feel the difference then.

12-19-2010, 08:55 PM	#1
1969to2010 The Man in Black Drives: 1969 Camaro 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 2,016	PFADT springs home garage DIY install !!! 2010 CAMARO DROP SPRINGS PROJECT PFADT 1.25 INCH LOWERING SPRINGS HOME GARAGE INSTALL CAMARO 1SS ( WE DID THIS IN THE GARAGE WITH ONLY SIMPLE HAND TOOLS AND A CORDLESS IMPACT WRENCH SAVED US $$$ IN LABOR) LOW PROFILE JACK AND JACK STANDS ARE A MUST WE DID 2 CARS THIS DAY IN LESS THAN 6 HOURS WE STARTED WITH THE FRONT FIRST STEP LOOSEN UP THE LUG NUTS BUT DONT TAKE OFF SAFELY JACK UP THE CAR AND REST IT ON JACK STANDS TAKE OFF THE TIRES NOTE: we didnt use a spring compressor we didnt really find too much tension in the springs although both our cars did vary, to be safe you can use a ratchet strap if you dont have a spring compressor. I put pressure down on the strut and my buddy undid the reatining nut or screwed it on NOW FOR THE REARS WILL BE GETTING AN ALIGNMENT SOON.... THE CARS RIDE IS AMAZING SINCE THE DROP IM VERY HAPPY SPECIAL THANKS TO MY BROTHER AND PARTNER IN CRIME JIM1SS __________________ Last edited by 1969to2010; 12-19-2010 at 10:38 PM.

12-19-2010, 09:54 PM	#4
1969to2010 The Man in Black Drives: 1969 Camaro 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 2,016	trust me were no pros you can do it if I can you can __________________

12-19-2010, 10:07 PM	#5
alab32 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Tucson area Posts: 504	Great post! Well done! I look forward to doing mine some time soon. __________________ Ill take my GUNS, FREEDOMS and MONEY... you can keep the "change"

12-19-2010, 10:47 PM	#6
1Camaro2SS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 1,430 View My Garage	The best post I've seen on these forums! I will do mine in the springt __________________ 432 RWHP 391 RWTQ 12.37 1/4 mile on stock tires

12-19-2010, 10:54 PM	#7
1969to2010 The Man in Black Drives: 1969 Camaro 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 2,016	wow Thanks __________________

12-19-2010, 09:02 PM	#2
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,179	That is a serious post.

12-19-2010, 09:39 PM	#3
yourxianda Drives: Bus Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Toronto, Ontario Canada Posts: 25	You guys are pros. I could never do it by myself.

12-20-2010, 12:23 AM	#8
Alpine M /////Alpine Drives: Alpine Perfect F.I.T. Camaro Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Marina Del Rey Posts: 88	Excellent Post! Mods - This could be a good sticky for a lot of users here.

12-20-2010, 07:46 PM	#11
Inferno LSX Supercharged LSX Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Black/Carbon Fiber Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: City of Angels Posts: 6,741 View My Garage	great post. I installed the stage 2 kit Friday. It wasn't at all difficult. I was lucky to have a lift available.

12-20-2010, 11:12 PM	#12
ScottieBlkSS Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Bossier City, La Posts: 679	I agree thats excellent info and very informative photos. Job well done and car looks alot better.... __________________

12-21-2010, 06:47 AM	#13
1969to2010 The Man in Black Drives: 1969 Camaro 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 2,016	I honestly didnt think it would be as stark a difference, it looks like the car was meant to look that way, also I thought the ride would be harsh it isnt at all __________________