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Old 11-16-05, 09:03 PM
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Anyone ever attempted this as a DIY garage project?
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I did,
I tried a lot of different springs on my `97 ES
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Originally Posted by vin 78
I did,
I tried a lot of different springs on my `97 ES
Anything I ought to know?

Attempting this with hand tools and maybe an electric impact.

And yes, duh, a spring compressor
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Pretty straight forward. Its a lot easier then most other cars!

It would be helpful to have an air compressor and an impact gun.

Also renting out a spring compressor would be necessary.
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Well, I've got the springs.

The guy sold 'em to me for $20, all four! Still in the box they were delivered to him in.

They're blue, and supposed to give me a one inch drop.

I'm thinking eibach... But I'm not at all positive, anyone have a clue?
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Originally Posted by a13n0rma1
Well, I've got the springs.

The guy sold 'em to me for $20, all four! Still in the box they were delivered to him in.

They're blue, and supposed to give me a one inch drop.

I'm thinking eibach... But I'm not at all positive, anyone have a clue?
Eibach's are black... blue is most likely an offshore manufacturer.
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maybe something from ebay? hope they ride well.
Originally Posted by a13n0rma1
Well, I've got the springs.

The guy sold 'em to me for $20, all four! Still in the box they were delivered to him in.

They're blue, and supposed to give me a one inch drop.

I'm thinking eibach... But I'm not at all positive, anyone have a clue?
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