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05-15-2013, 09:32 PM
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tools needed to install lowering springs
Going to install 1" lowering springs tomorrow myself and I have a spring compressor. Just wondering if anybody has done it and would know of special tools are required i.e. large MM sockets or anything else that I might not have. I have a 2010 and any help would be great. Thanks
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05-15-2013, 09:41 PM
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Check out the Big DIY Index sticky in the DIY subforum. Very good detailed instructions on how to install lowering springs in there.
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05-15-2013, 10:09 PM
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05-16-2013, 09:52 AM
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I don't know the sizes off the top of my head but you will need some deep MM sockets, a 1/2 inch breaker bar, a 1/2 inch ratchet, a electric impact wrench will help for some of the bolts for some it isn't strong enough, the spring compressor of course and if i am not mistaken you will need a Torq head (they almost look like an Alan wrench). Oh an I almost forgot a Torq Wrench to put the lug nuts back on to the correct strength.
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10-15-2015, 08:22 AM
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That video makes it look pretty easy .. how important is a torque wrench ?
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10-15-2015, 12:34 PM
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I wouldn't tighten most steering and suspension fasteners without one. I still do all of my own maintenance and modification work and most of the repair work.
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10-15-2015, 01:25 PM
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Decent torque wrench isn't a horribly expensive tool either, and will last decades.
My thought process on tools is this, if I need one for something I want to do and can afford a decent one, buy it. It will come in handy to have it at some point in the future. It may not seem like it, but it will. I've honestly been surprised at how often that's been the case. Besides, a torque wrench is a pretty essential thing for all sorts of mechanical repairs / work. |
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10-15-2015, 01:35 PM
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I didn't see them using a spring compressor in the video....
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10-15-2015, 04:08 PM
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He did very specifically mention that a spring compressor would be used for most applications, and my money is on him having used compressors on the first Camaro springs he worked on. Never mind that if you're not a very heavy dude that you might not be able to compress even those springs by enough to get the nut caught on the re-assembly.
FWIW, I don't think shock/strut mfrs recommend the use of impact tools when installing the spring. IIRC, Konis or any others with the strut shaft drilled out for the adjustment mechanism specifically warn against using impact equipment. Norm
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