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puckdud · 02-03-2009, 09:37 PM

i was just wondering how hard it is to install new springs, (1.75 in drop). I did the springs on my dads 67 camaro, and that wasnt bad at all. So what do you guys think? maybe an hour or two job? or do i need to take it to a specialist?

D.Light · 02-03-2009, 10:02 PM

more like 3-4 to even 12 hours if ya have the right tools and know how and absolutely everything works out perfect maybe like 2.5 hours

ak1551 · 02-03-2009, 10:51 PM

The rear is pretty easy, only about 2 hours for that but its between 4-8 hours for the front. There are some bolts that need to be replaced when they are removed. You can get a suspension install kit from ecs tuning. Then you will also need a few specialty tools, a 14mm triple-square bit, 21-22mm wrench for the top of the front strut. Remember that if you remove a bolt that is green, it must be replaced you can't reuse a green bolt.

D.Light · 02-03-2009, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ak1551

The rear is pretty easy, only about 2 hours for that but its between 4-8 hours for the front. There are some bolts that need to be replaced when they are removed. You can get a suspension install kit from ecs tuning. Then you will also need a few specialty tools, a 14mm triple-square bit, 21-22mm wrench for the top of the front strut. Remember that if you remove a bolt that is green, it must be replaced you can't reuse a green bolt.

The rear is like 15 min. tops, ya don't need to replace any bolts, the 21 mm box end wrench thats impossible to find can be replaced with an air ratchet with a 21 socket on the end, a 7 mm hex key is the hardest thing to find, oh and have a 25lb weight handy

boostedJTi · 02-04-2009, 01:42 PM

Rear end is so much easier than made out but hey... Just did the swap in less than 4 hours on a 40 min "coffee" break... You need help pm Dlight or myself, he pretty much has it down...

For the rear end, just break the bolts loose and remove them from the shocks, then with a pry bar and a spare person (not needed but makes it easier) just push down on the cross member and pry the old spring out, swap the caps over and just pry (gently) the new spring in and pop it in place, you can even support the rear subframe with a jack, we did.

D.Light · 02-04-2009, 04:41 PM

Brake rotor to the chest FTW!!!!

SpeeDemon · 02-04-2009, 05:07 PM

Just check out my detailed DIY's in the DIY Thread

WaZzAp1101 · 02-04-2009, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeeDemon

Just check out my detailed DIY's in the DIY Thread

SpeeDemon to the rescue

boostedJTi · 02-05-2009, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by dlight88

Brake rotor to the chest FTW!!!!

partially compressed spring to the pinky FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!

02-03-2009, 09:37 PM	#1
puckdud VDubber Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: LA California Posts: 74	installing springs i was just wondering how hard it is to install new springs, (1.75 in drop). I did the springs on my dads 67 camaro, and that wasnt bad at all. So what do you guys think? maybe an hour or two job? or do i need to take it to a specialist?

02-03-2009, 10:02 PM	#2
D.Light Brings The Ruckus Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: 407 Posts: 6,167	Re: installing springs more like 3-4 to even 12 hours if ya have the right tools and know how and absolutely everything works out perfect maybe like 2.5 hours __________________ That Ain't Kool-Aid Up In MY Cup, I stay Sippin That Purple-Oil

02-03-2009, 10:51 PM	#3
ak1551 Dubster Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 136	Re: installing springs The rear is pretty easy, only about 2 hours for that but its between 4-8 hours for the front. There are some bolts that need to be replaced when they are removed. You can get a suspension install kit from ecs tuning. Then you will also need a few specialty tools, a 14mm triple-square bit, 21-22mm wrench for the top of the front strut. Remember that if you remove a bolt that is green, it must be replaced you can't reuse a green bolt.
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

02-04-2009, 04:41 PM	#6
D.Light Brings The Ruckus Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: 407 Posts: 6,167	Re: installing springs Brake rotor to the chest FTW!!!! __________________ That Ain't Kool-Aid Up In MY Cup, I stay Sippin That Purple-Oil

02-04-2009, 05:07 PM	#7
SpeeDemon Jedi Dubber Join Date: Jul 2007 Age: 27 Posts: 495	Re: installing springs Just check out my detailed DIY's in the DIY Thread __________________ 234whp/282ft-lb. Revo Stage II, EVOMS CAI, Milltek Turbo/Cat-back Exhaust, ForgeDV, Air Bypass, NS Hi-Flo Diffuser kit, Forge Intercooler, Eurojet PCV, NewSouth Boost gauge, Dieselgeeks Short shifter, Clubsport suspension, RSD rear stress bar, H&R F&R sway bars, tint, grounds

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