I purchased a new set of H-sport springs at MOTD for Yum Yum and was wondering if anyone in the club has any tips on installing them.

 

I want to Thank everyone in the CLUB for their response it was really appreciated!

 

Ocean...Sorry you didn't get any help. I wish I knew what an H spring was but I'm afraid I can't help you. Could you try posting your question on the "Performance Mods" forum. Maybe it would get a better response there. It seems like everybody is super busy right now. I've been working six days a week for the last 3 months!! But I know how you feel...I got a dismal response to my last posting about having a get together. Should we try again?!?
Good luck and tell your Mother I said hello! She's so precious!! And have a very happy July4th! Are you going to the fireworks??

 

I just checked the forum today....I've been kinda busy of late.
Basically, you have to remove each strut/spring assembly. You then use a spring compressor to relieve the tension on the spring, then disassemble the spring from the strut. You'll need some special tools, and it is a job for an experienced mechanic. Springs under tension have enough pent up energy to launch through a concrete wall.

In the disassembly of the front strut, the BMW TIS CD calls for a special socket wrench. I just tried looking at my MCS to see if it'd be practical to use a "homespun" alternative, but there's a cover that blocks out what I need to see. PM me if you want me to get more details together for you.

Short version: If you're experienced doing suspension work and you're willing to buy that goofy socket and you have good spring compressors, then you should be OK.

Len has H-Sport Springs and swaybars on his car. (I drove it with the springs only, and was impressed.) He'll be able to tell you how much improvement to expect.

Rawhyde