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Old 08-05-2010, 07:50 PM
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Do I need a compressor when installing a GF210?
You'll need it if you're installing just springs.
 
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Old 08-16-2010, 12:47 PM
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I bought and installed the Eibach Pro-kit a few weeks back. The front sat down really nice. Will need a camber kit tho. But the back rose a 1/2 inch and still has not settled down. I was thinking about cutting the spring 1/2 of a loop. Is that a good idea? Would like some thoughts.
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Old 08-16-2010, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by nsp106
I bought and installed the Eibach Pro-kit a few weeks back. The front sat down really nice. Will need a camber kit tho. But the back rose a 1/2 inch and still has not settled down. I was thinking about cutting the spring 1/2 of a loop. Is that a good idea? Would like some thoughts.
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Generally, I don't think it's a good idea to cut springs. I would check to make sure they are installed correctly because it should not have lifted you at all.
 
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Old 08-18-2010, 10:51 AM
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Double Check install... Cutting springs is not advised.
 
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Old 09-13-2010, 06:19 AM
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Also a impact wrench or air tools can be used with spring compressor
 
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Old 09-13-2010, 06:21 AM
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Nice diy tho
 
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Old 09-13-2010, 06:21 AM
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Cutting stock springs is not the best idea im not sure about cutting aftermarket springs though
 
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Old 09-24-2010, 01:34 PM
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nice write up. looking to do a set of coils soon. this should help alot!!!
 
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Old 10-18-2010, 12:39 AM
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good write up.... how long would you estimate the spring change took? and are coupes having to run a camber kit for the tein s-techs....
 
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Old 10-18-2010, 09:57 AM
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The rears take about 15minutes and the fronts about 30 per side...
You might be ok without a camber kit but it is up to your personal style.
 
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Old 10-20-2010, 06:37 AM
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Originally Posted by G35CDriver
The rears take about 15minutes and the fronts about 30 per side...
You might be ok without a camber kit but it is up to your personal style.
good deal.... seems simple... i plan on doing this in the next couple weeks... will check into the camber kit as well.... thanks
 
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Any tips for preventing the shock piston shaft from spinning while trying to disassemble the strut??
 
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Old 11-10-2010, 11:54 AM
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I had held it in place with a pair of channel locks. Hope that helps.
 
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Great DIY! Swapped my springs last night.

Thanks!
 
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No problem, glad I could help.
 


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