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Old Sep 7, 2003 | 10:39 AM
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I would like to install the eibach pro-kit myself. Anyone see a link for instructions on how to do this please let me know. How hard is it??
 
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Old Sep 7, 2003 | 04:58 PM
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The rear is easy - maybe 30-45 minutes (only 3 bolts on each side if I remember).

The front is more complex. It requires a spring compressor. Air tools are a big help, too.

I paid a good shop to do my suspension. It took 6 hours total for F & R coilovers, F & R stabilizer bars, and rear adjustable control arms.

For just the springs, I'd guess 2 hours.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2003 | 10:35 AM
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PLEASE - unless you have done suspension and have a good spring compressor, PLEASE pay for professional instalation.

There is so much force in the compression of springs. Its like playing russian roulette. I do all my own suspension work, and if you choose to tackle please get a good safe compressor.

Alex
 
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Old Sep 9, 2003 | 06:33 AM
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Autozone rents them? true.
 
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Old Sep 9, 2003 | 06:37 AM
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Ditto to what alex said - serious injury could occur if the spring comes off while under load - and I'm not talking about a scratch or two either. Unless you have a good spring compressor and have done this before I would suggest not doing it yourself. For just springs a good shop should be able to do it in 3 hours.
 
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