GS430 L-Tuned Suspension Install
12-07-05, 11:06 AM
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Last night I had to follow my wife (who was driving my car since her window was stuck down) and as a result I got to see my car from a distance, on the road.
Wow I have to say I love how these L Tuned springs make the car look. The stance is perfect and the overall effect is just great. So to anyone up for a mod I fully recommend these springs!
Wow I have to say I love how these L Tuned springs make the car look. The stance is perfect and the overall effect is just great. So to anyone up for a mod I fully recommend these springs!
12-18-05, 11:00 AM
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Today after replacing my suspension, I found an upper control arm, rear sway, 2 bump stops, tie rods, and ball joints that all needed/need to be replaced. Futhermore, all l-tuned shocks were shot.
Last edited by UTGS400; 12-20-05 at 04:58 PM.
12-20-05, 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by UTGS400
Today after replacing my suspension, I found an upper control arm, rear sway, 2 bump stops, tie rods, and ball joints that all needed/need to be replaced. Futhermore, all l-tuned shocks were shot.
02-17-06, 08:00 PM
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Just wanted to say thanks to the extremely helpful write up on the suspension install. I followed jonathancl's advice to the "T" and everything went extremely smooth. Excellent write up and thanks for taking the time to add all the pix too! A+
~Da G
~Da G
03-10-06, 04:16 AM
#68
Hey guys, the GS300 and GS400/430 install is the same right?
Also, I have air tools and impact wrenches. Is it ok to use these to remove the suspension. I know installing it I will need to do it by hand with the torque wrench(torque to proper spec), but for removing is ok to use a impact wrench or is that too much power? Breaker bar vs impact wrench. It's a lot of effort saved
Also, I have air tools and impact wrenches. Is it ok to use these to remove the suspension. I know installing it I will need to do it by hand with the torque wrench(torque to proper spec), but for removing is ok to use a impact wrench or is that too much power? Breaker bar vs impact wrench. It's a lot of effort saved
03-10-06, 09:47 AM
#69
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Originally Posted by JeffTsai
Hey guys, the GS300 and GS400/430 install is the same right?
Also, I have air tools and impact wrenches. Is it ok to use these to remove the suspension. I know installing it I will need to do it by hand with the torque wrench(torque to proper spec), but for removing is ok to use a impact wrench or is that too much power? Breaker bar vs impact wrench. It's a lot of effort saved
Also, I have air tools and impact wrenches. Is it ok to use these to remove the suspension. I know installing it I will need to do it by hand with the torque wrench(torque to proper spec), but for removing is ok to use a impact wrench or is that too much power? Breaker bar vs impact wrench. It's a lot of effort saved
03-13-06, 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by JeffTsai
...but for removing is ok to use a impact wrench or is that too much power? Breaker bar vs impact wrench. It's a lot of effort saved
03-13-06, 01:51 PM
#71
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Originally Posted by jonathancl
Breaker bars are safer. 2.5-3 feet is plenty to give lots of leverage and control.
Impact wrench is probably a better choice overall in this situation.
03-13-06, 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by DoubleWhoosh
On jackstands, it could be more dangerous, as you might knock the car over.
Last edited by jonathancl; 03-13-06 at 07:59 PM.
03-13-06, 08:08 PM
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Man, I love this thread. I've read it at least 5 times. I just wish I had the guts to tackle this myself. I'm definitely a do-it-yourselfer, but this is way out of my league.
03-15-06, 01:05 AM
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Yes...This is a GREAT thread, I used it as a guide to install my Tein CS.
My 2cents tip to those DIY guys out there thinking about tackling this....Treat those ABS sensors / lines like trip wires to explosives, or else you will find yourself forking out unecessary money to repair a faulty ABS sensor.
My 2cents tip to those DIY guys out there thinking about tackling this....Treat those ABS sensors / lines like trip wires to explosives, or else you will find yourself forking out unecessary money to repair a faulty ABS sensor.
06-30-06, 08:10 AM
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i kno this is an old thread but how did u guys get to the top of ur strut mounts in the rear???? did u have to take out ur back seats or decklid.. etc...... thanks... i'm installing my tein cs tomorrow...