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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 04:46 PM
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Hello guys, you have all been really helpful in getting my POS running how it should, and now I have a new question.

Last summer, I got a really good deal on some drag springs/KYB adjustables, but I only got around to installing the back springs/shocks.

Somewhat unrelated, I also need an alignment.

So my question is, does it matter which order I do everything in? Or should I do the spring/shock swap FIRST, and then the alignment second?

I really don't have any clue, and my best educated guess would be that it doesn't matter, but, that's why I'm asking here

Thanks!
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 05:06 PM
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Usually suspension components first then alignment but also you could do alignment to make sure everything is ok then do the parts but do alignment again. <edit> you running drag springs ? that's not a daily driver correct ? and I need a bumper ornament like in your avatar
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 05:09 PM
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Originally Posted by ScrapSilicon
Usually suspension components first then alignment but also you could do alignment to make sure everything is ok then do the parts but do alignment again. <edit> you running drag springs ? that's not a daily driver correct ?
More of a weekend warrior I would say.

I know they are going to be bouncy, but is that not a good idea?


EDIT: It's these

I dont know if these are considered "drag springs", because real drag cars probably spend a little more money on their suspension than I do... but still.
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 09:39 PM
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Ah nobody?
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 10:47 PM
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I always install on my suspension crap. Then take it to a alignment place to set it all up for the new stuff.


Just swap all the components you want @ one time, so you will not have to get it realigned again and again.
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Old Mar 30, 2009 | 09:53 PM
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Yeah, definitely did shock install before my alignment....

Not quite sure what I was thinking before haha.

Also, the car rides perfectly fine with the eibach drag springs and KYB adjustables.
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