hi,
i just got the supra control arms and i have the tokico illuminas i need to install on my car. i would really like to learn how to install the parts. i was wondering if anyone could offer their time to help me. i'm in central jersey. i don't have a garage or tools b/c i'm a out of state (out of country actually) student. i don't mind if someone just helps me w/ the control arms first b/c i understand it takes a long time to install both in the same day.
i'm in central jersey at Rutgers New Brunswick.
also, i don't mind paying you for your time. i would like to learn how to do it so i can do it alone some day again or w/ a friend when i have the tools and place to install it.
i have time next week thursday friday saturday and sunday b/c i'm on spring break.

 

hmm can you tell me a little about whats involved

id like to help
and i believe Mikeyboy has a lift

let me know

 

right now i've bought the right control arms, the tokico illumina set (shock/spring), and i'm going to order the daizen camber kit tonight. i'm going to need to compress the springs b/c they're brand new (i read from other posts you can rent it from autozone for free). so i'm looking to replace shock springs all round and the front LCA's. i don't know what the condition of my rear bushings are--it clunks but not as badly as the front-- but i'm pushing my budget already.
i don't have any tools but i'd be willing to buy whatever necessary tools as long as it isn't massive.
i've bought the repair manual for my car and i have maybe a dozen threads saved on how to change the bushing/control arm, but i don't have any experience fixing cars other than basic oil/battery and some audio.
if you have any questions, just keep posting.
i'm sorry i won't be able to make the meet b/c i'll be away w/ school travelling for about a week.

 

well if you want to meet up one day and let me look

and see the manual

ive been able to install and remove coilovers,Big Brake Kit ,Rmm supercharger

well that still in progress because of the stupid snow ...

but id like to help

johnny

 

thanks a lot.
what day is good for you? i believe i have you telelphone number b/c i've pm'ed you b4 for help.

 

I 'm up for lending a hand as well. Plus, I'm right by you in Middlesex. No garage or lift to offer but I do have a large driveway if we're willing to brave the elements.

 

hmmm

well they way the weather has been not really sure on a date but

i might be able to make it down to MK 's house if he really is offering

let me know when

ok back to work

 

no problem. i'll let you know when i get back. we'll see how the weather is. thanks for the offers guys

 

Yep, I'm really offering

Would have to be weekend though, since weekdays I'm in NYC working. I love working on cars so I'm always game for a project! Plus, working on the car is always a great excuse to give the wife for hanging outside, playing with the car, and havin' a few brews!!

 

sounds good guys. i'm still in california now. i get back thursday. i'll check the weather forecast then, when it's more accurate, to see how Saturday's weather is. i hope to make this happen.
thx

 

Right now I think Saturday will work for me. Keep us posted.

 

made a trip to autozone to pick up the pitman tool and the compressor
i'm going to post a pic of the compressor just b/c i'm not sure if it's the right one. i know there was more than one at the store but the man working told me this is the one.

 

those compressors might not be able to fit the after market coil springs if the gap are smaller.

 

so here's the update on the install.
original intended project: Camber kit, tokico illuminas all around, and lower control arm replacement for the front.
end of the day: front tokcio's mounted. camber kit, lca, and rear suspension still on hold.

power tools we realized were a must so we had to go rent some.
i broke a stabilizer bar link (boy i'm good)
it basically just took time to figure out things.
mkorsu was an excellent host and mechanic. i learned a lot from working on the car for an afternoon.

here's a pic before the drop in the front

 

one after the drop.
btw. the drop gave it a two finger gap. i got back to my dorm and checked the drop again, and now it's a one finger gap on the right and a two finger gap on the left. doesn't sound good. also, my abs light is on; i'm not sure if it's b/c i have a higher front then rear.