any advice before install
12-15-2006, 05:14 PM
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No part #'s from a dealer there $$$,just tell them you need the upper spring mount and cushion at any auto parts store,I use Orielly auto parts and they looked them up for me awhile back,I'll be doing the same here after christmas.
12-16-2006, 08:26 AM
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Tip 1: Put a little grease between the spring perch and the isloator (the hockey puck thing that makes the bottom of the spring sit level) on the front shocks. That way, if you don't get the tabs line up just right where the shock mounts to the lower a-arm, you at least have a chance to get it turned to the correct position.
Tip 2: When re-installing the Torx bolts on the driver's side shock tower, switch them the other side and replace them with the regular hex bolts from that side. This way, you can get a box wrench in there if you ever decide to swap again, rather than having to remove/loosen the brake booster again.
Tip 3: If at all possible, get a buddy to help. Even if they've never done it before, having an extra set of hands to get everything lined up and held in place is invaluable.
Tip 4: On the rear springs, start with the tails pointing the same direction and adjust the height by turning one if the rearend is uneven.
-Mike
Tip 2: When re-installing the Torx bolts on the driver's side shock tower, switch them the other side and replace them with the regular hex bolts from that side. This way, you can get a box wrench in there if you ever decide to swap again, rather than having to remove/loosen the brake booster again.
Tip 3: If at all possible, get a buddy to help. Even if they've never done it before, having an extra set of hands to get everything lined up and held in place is invaluable.
Tip 4: On the rear springs, start with the tails pointing the same direction and adjust the height by turning one if the rearend is uneven.
-Mike
12-17-2006, 04:22 PM
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update: Got the rear done, ran out of time on the front so those will be next weekend. Rear's only have already brought a smile to my face.... what a difference. Can not wait to get the front done. I went ahead and replaced the sway bar end links as well if anyone is reading this. Figured what the hell for $6 since they were right there. That and one broke.