How To: Spring install
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Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Los Angeles, California USA
Ok I just had the springs installed today. Finally. Really love the look. It doesnt look "slammed" or crude. Looks like this is how it should've come from the factory. Has a really sporty 'OEM' look to it.
Anyhow, how long should I wait for the springs to settle, before taking it for alignment?
Anyhow, how long should I wait for the springs to settle, before taking it for alignment?
Nice pics. In addition if you dont have an impact wrench (or you have a **** one), grab a breaker bar or standard rachet and put a piece of metal tubing (plumbing stuff gets the job done), that is a great way to break bolts. I have a huge Roush quick jack and I just use the handle, works wonders 
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As for the cutting of the bump stops... not only can you cut them without modifying the dust boot, odds are you should do it regardless of your spring set up. As shown in my sig, I have a set of Swifts which give a reasonably modest drop in height, yet still require you to cut the stops. With a band saw and some sand paper its a pretty easy job...
. As for the cutting of the bump stops... not only can you cut them without modifying the dust boot, odds are you should do it regardless of your spring set up. As shown in my sig, I have a set of Swifts which give a reasonably modest drop in height, yet still require you to cut the stops. With a band saw and some sand paper its a pretty easy job...
Ok I just had the springs installed today. Finally. Really love the look. It doesnt look "slammed" or crude. Looks like this is how it should've come from the factory. Has a really sporty 'OEM' look to it.
Anyhow, how long should I wait for the springs to settle, before taking it for alignment?
Anyhow, how long should I wait for the springs to settle, before taking it for alignment?
hey black sheep can i see some pictures of the car before the springs and after the springs i want to see the height difference before i make my decision.... especially from the back end. thanks
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Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Ottawa
I have a couple questions. If i drop my 2009 lancer 1.2 inch in the front and 0.8 inch in the rear, will i need to replace the struts? Also, will doing this void the warranty? If yes, will it void the entire warranty or just anything to do with suspension?
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Joined: Jun 2008
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From: Pittsburgh
It will put more stress on your struts which will make them go faster... but you will not need to replace them right away.
This will only void the warranty if the springs cause the problem, e.g. if you blow your struts warranty will not cover.
This will only void the warranty if the springs cause the problem, e.g. if you blow your struts warranty will not cover.
, other than that great DIY.
