Rear end sagging?
#16
Yep, from DonCorleone, thank you for the tip.
One thing I'm concerned about is the bumpstops being too short -- think it's okay? I haven't felt it bottom out yet. Another concern is if I installed the springs correctly. The spring perch on the shock has a "notch" for where the bottom end of the spring sits, right now that notch is facing the car. It could be installed the other way, with the notch facing the outside. Does that matter? I forgot to note which way they were installed before and haven't checked the rear yet.
Stan
One thing I'm concerned about is the bumpstops being too short -- think it's okay? I haven't felt it bottom out yet. Another concern is if I installed the springs correctly. The spring perch on the shock has a "notch" for where the bottom end of the spring sits, right now that notch is facing the car. It could be installed the other way, with the notch facing the outside. Does that matter? I forgot to note which way they were installed before and haven't checked the rear yet.
Stan
#22
Yep, from DonCorleone, thank you for the tip.
One thing I'm concerned about is the bumpstops being too short -- think it's okay? I haven't felt it bottom out yet. Another concern is if I installed the springs correctly. The spring perch on the shock has a "notch" for where the bottom end of the spring sits, right now that notch is facing the car. It could be installed the other way, with the notch facing the outside. Does that matter? I forgot to note which way they were installed before and haven't checked the rear yet.
Stan
One thing I'm concerned about is the bumpstops being too short -- think it's okay? I haven't felt it bottom out yet. Another concern is if I installed the springs correctly. The spring perch on the shock has a "notch" for where the bottom end of the spring sits, right now that notch is facing the car. It could be installed the other way, with the notch facing the outside. Does that matter? I forgot to note which way they were installed before and haven't checked the rear yet.
Stan
As for the perch position "notch" and the spring, it is going to give the same ride height in any orientation. No worries there.
Snap us a pic of your car so we can see.
#23
Pictures should be visible again.
You are right, it's all about priorities. I've been driving lowered cars for a while, I think this one just needs to be stock. It really is a nicely-built car and works great as-is. At this point, I'll take comfort over looks and handling. I'm in San Francisco, our roads are total crap compared to yours down south.
I've gone through many different heights with my Forester. Here's a couple, they aren't the lowest it's been:
Stan
You are right, it's all about priorities. I've been driving lowered cars for a while, I think this one just needs to be stock. It really is a nicely-built car and works great as-is. At this point, I'll take comfort over looks and handling. I'm in San Francisco, our roads are total crap compared to yours down south.
I've gone through many different heights with my Forester. Here's a couple, they aren't the lowest it's been:
Stan
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#24
Well, I today I found out why my rear end was sagging:
I haven't removed the other shock yet, but the other spring looks the same. I was laughing for a long time.
Anyone's got a set of OEM 1st gen rear springs for sale? I'll make you a deal on these Eibach springs if you are interested.
Stan
I haven't removed the other shock yet, but the other spring looks the same. I was laughing for a long time.
Anyone's got a set of OEM 1st gen rear springs for sale? I'll make you a deal on these Eibach springs if you are interested.
Stan
#25
Wow...that explains a lot
As the 3'rd owner...I wonder where the car saw it's beginning miles? The weather we have in Cali is pretty mild though coastal living with constant wet roads may take a toll. The snowy regions of the country with salted roads would do similar.
How is the rest of the bottom side of the car? Rocker areas, other areas of the suspension...etc?
As the 3'rd owner...I wonder where the car saw it's beginning miles? The weather we have in Cali is pretty mild though coastal living with constant wet roads may take a toll. The snowy regions of the country with salted roads would do similar.
How is the rest of the bottom side of the car? Rocker areas, other areas of the suspension...etc?
#26
It doesnt look too bad, at least I haven't noticed it yet. I'll snap some pictures. The rust on bolts and stuff makes me think the steel they used was cheap, but I suppose it could be weather-related too.
Stan
Stan
#27
Coil springs typically don't exhibit sag like old leaf springs did.
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