Just got my springs installed... Warning signs?

[Andys562]

So I just got the new PFADT lowering springs installed on my V6.
I love springs, first and foremost.
But are there any warning signs I should look for to know something is wrong?
Not to say that there's anything wrong with the springs, but with the installation of them.

I went over many speed bumps today and heard the weirdest noise coming from the front wheels. I also felt the front fender and it was quite hot in that area (not sure if that's unusual or not)

So are these warning signs that they were installed improperly?
Are there other signs I should look for?

[The Stig]

did you get your alignment checked after installing the springs?

[Andys562]

I did not, actually. I got the springs installed exactly at this time yesterday so it's been 24 hours.
They actually told me not to get the alignment checked right away... to wait about 1-2 weeks and let the springs settle in and adjust.

There's this odd and awkward clunky sound that is made when i go over a speed bump or a steep driveway.
It's kind of embarrassing when a bunch of people are around because I think they may hear it.

[RedRocketSS]

although this thread mostly talks about slow turning, it also did it going over speed bumps or in and out of my drive way.... look at this if you havent: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=214262

edit: didnt realize it was you had the V6, not sure if this applies or not.

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by Andys562

So I just got the new PFADT lowering springs installed on my V6.
I love springs, first and foremost.
But are there any warning signs I should look for to know something is wrong?
Not to say that there's anything wrong with the springs, but with the installation of them.

I went over many speed bumps today and heard the weirdest noise coming from the front wheels. I also felt the front fender and it was quite hot in that area (not sure if that's unusual or not)

So are these warning signs that they were installed improperly?
Are there other signs I should look for?

If you have installed new coils and have a noise immediately after the installation that was not there before the installation something is wrong. There is either an issue with the installation or an issue with the new parts. The most likely of the two will be the installation.

1. Take your Camaro back to the shop that did the work and get it on a lift.
2. Visually check everything that was touched to install the coils. Is everything as it should be?
3. Are the coils well seated?
4. Are the ends of the coils butted appropriately in the spring perches?
5. Is there sufficient trap are the coils held firmly in place when the wheels are at full droop on the lift?
6. Are the coils supposed to have coil wrap (a plastic like wrap)? Is it there?
7. Have the tech that did the install lay a wrench on every nut he touched to make sure they are all tight.
8. After all this, take a test drive. Is the noise gone?

Get the bushes timed and your car aligned as soon as the noise is resolved.


Bush Timing

Step 1. Lift the car on a two post lift and raise it.

Step 2. Loosen the following bolts/nuts:
Front:
---Inner Control Arm Bushing
---Inner Radius Rod
Rear:
---Trailing Arm Bushings (both ends)
---Toe Rod Bushings (both ends)
---Lower Control Arm Bushings (Inner)
---Upper Control Arm Bushings (Rearward)
---Lower Strut Bushings

Step 3.
Lower the car and drive it around the parking lot SLOWLY and on to the alignment lift.

Step 4.
With the weight of the car on the wheels tighten all of the nuts/bolts to spec.

Step 5.
Align the car at the new ride height.

Here are the newest FE2, FE3, FE4 and FE5 OEM and Pedders Alignment Specs.







Let me know if I can be of any further assistance.