Replacing a set of springs
17 June 2003, 09:55 AM
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I have just got a set of Prodrive springs for my STI 7 and wondered if anyone has changed them themselves.
I have the tools to do the job but have not done this before on the scoob, any feedback would be great.
Arron.
I have the tools to do the job but have not done this before on the scoob, any feedback would be great.
Arron.
17 June 2003, 12:56 PM
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Arron,
Just got my springs too, so I will also be trying to fit them myself.
Any pointers gratefully received.
P.S. The springs are printed "Front" and "back", and should be fitted with the writing the right way up, tight coils at the top.
Steve wardle
[Edited by Steve PPP - 6/17/2003 12:57:34 PM]
Just got my springs too, so I will also be trying to fit them myself.
Any pointers gratefully received.
P.S. The springs are printed "Front" and "back", and should be fitted with the writing the right way up, tight coils at the top.
Steve wardle
[Edited by Steve PPP - 6/17/2003 12:57:34 PM]
18 June 2003, 09:05 AM
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Watching Powerstation fit mine I wish you good luck!!! I have watched them fit plenty of springs and these were the first that needed a spring compressor to get the struts done up.
Matt
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18 June 2003, 05:00 PM
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Changing springs isnt that hard....
You'll need obviously to take the struts off.
Put the bottom of the strut in a vice, not too tight just enough to hold it.
Compress springs using a spring compressor and a ratchet.
Airgun off the securing nut.
Take out spring.
Do the reverse with new springs.
I can change a single spring / shock in about 15 - 20 mins or so, its not that hard if you have the right tools etc.
You'll need obviously to take the struts off.
Put the bottom of the strut in a vice, not too tight just enough to hold it.
Compress springs using a spring compressor and a ratchet.
Airgun off the securing nut.
Take out spring.
Do the reverse with new springs.
I can change a single spring / shock in about 15 - 20 mins or so, its not that hard if you have the right tools etc.
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19 June 2003, 08:30 AM
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I can change a single spring / shock in about 15 - 20 mins or so, its not that hard if you have the right tools etc
a) a garage
b) a ramp
c) a spring compressor
d) (optional I know but) air tools and most importantly
e) 4 wheel laser alignment system for doing the Geom right when I put it back together
For these reasons (and for not getting my hands dirty/knuckles skinned (
)), I take it to Powerstation these days for any suspension work....
Matt
P.S. The springs ROCK!!
19 June 2003, 12:11 PM
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Brilliant,
Thanks TBMeech for the advice.
Wasn't sure if I could remove the strut without the springs exploding off. Makes it a lot easier if I can compress them on the bench.
Steve Wardle
Thanks TBMeech for the advice.
Wasn't sure if I could remove the strut without the springs exploding off. Makes it a lot easier if I can compress them on the bench.
Steve Wardle
19 June 2003, 02:00 PM
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No probs Steve
Just make sure you have some spring compressors otherwise it will go horribly wrong
Just make sure you have some spring compressors otherwise it will go horribly wrong
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