Going to order my suspension tomorrow... narrowed down to two
03-21-08, 08:22 PM
#31
left-driver
right-passenger
technically i dont think it should matter in general. but i think hks mfr'd the struts specifically for each side to accommodate attaching one of the lines to the struts or something (if i recall correctly).
btw, post pics after installed! if i'm correct, default settings should drop you to about 2 fingers on all 4
GL!
right-passenger
technically i dont think it should matter in general. but i think hks mfr'd the struts specifically for each side to accommodate attaching one of the lines to the struts or something (if i recall correctly).
btw, post pics after installed! if i'm correct, default settings should drop you to about 2 fingers on all 4
GL!Man...ran into another big problem. This was the one thing I feared the most
The lower bolt in the front strut isn't budging. This exact thing happened to my integra and I ended up breaking the bolt off. I had to spend another 4 hours to saw it off... I do NOT want to go through that again. Any one have any suggestions? I drenched it with WD40 and going to let it sit overnight. My compressor didn't even budge it. Any ideas/suggestions would be greatly appreciated right about now
Edwin
03-21-08, 08:48 PM
#32
get a breaker bar.
if you're using a 2 ton jack, the top part of the handle should come off (w/1 screw or few depending on brand of jack). that handle from the jack, should fit over your large socket to break that bolt. also, there might be a lot of tension on there...try using the oem jack to 'lift' it up or down while breaking the bolt. GL!
if you're using a 2 ton jack, the top part of the handle should come off (w/1 screw or few depending on brand of jack). that handle from the jack, should fit over your large socket to break that bolt. also, there might be a lot of tension on there...try using the oem jack to 'lift' it up or down while breaking the bolt. GL!
03-21-08, 09:01 PM
#33
get a breaker bar.
if you're using a 2 ton jack, the top part of the handle should come off (w/1 screw or few depending on brand of jack). that handle from the jack, should fit over your large socket to break that bolt. also, there might be a lot of tension on there...try using the oem jack to 'lift' it up or down while breaking the bolt. GL!
if you're using a 2 ton jack, the top part of the handle should come off (w/1 screw or few depending on brand of jack). that handle from the jack, should fit over your large socket to break that bolt. also, there might be a lot of tension on there...try using the oem jack to 'lift' it up or down while breaking the bolt. GL!
Edwin
03-21-08, 09:07 PM
#34
thats strange it still didnt break... i had an integ and my friend always used the breaker on all my stubborn bolts (and there were quite a few on a '91 in 1996) LOL
i never do my own suspension work, but my mechanic used the impact on all my stuff. worth a try
GL!
oh ya, i dont think the wd40 will do much.
i had an integ and my friend always used the breaker on all my stubborn bolts (and there were quite a few on a '91 in 1996) LOLi never do my own suspension work, but my mechanic used the impact on all my stuff. worth a try
GL!oh ya, i dont think the wd40 will do much.
03-21-08, 11:14 PM
#35
Lexus Champion
try a product called "Liquid Wrench" should be better than WD40, I've also broke tons of bolts on my last DSM, only that it's small bolts....
Did change a Suspension with a friend's 00+ Civic, it's easy, but still got more torque than the engine.
Did change a Suspension with a friend's 00+ Civic, it's easy, but still got more torque than the engine.
03-22-08, 10:26 PM
#36
Ok...more bad news. I bought some liquid wrench and got a 240ft/lb impact...didn't even budge it. I bought a 300ft/lb cordless impact but was hoping the 240 would work so I can return the 300ft/lb. I"M not sure what to do next... any suggestions? I was sure the 240lb impact would work
Edwin
Edwin
03-23-08, 10:44 AM
#38
which 300ft/lb gun did you buy? I've been able to take out the lower shock bolts with no problem using my cordless impact gun. If I can't take it out, I'll use a breaker bar. If that still doesn't work, I have a buddy with a 1000ft/lb air gun that doesn't seem to care how stuck the bolts are
03-24-08, 07:13 AM
#39
Btw, I was able to finally break off the two bolts. I applied about 400ft lbs to finally break it off. The two fronts are in. Will get the two rears tonight/tomorrow
which 300ft/lb gun did you buy? I've been able to take out the lower shock bolts with no problem using my cordless impact gun. If I can't take it out, I'll use a breaker bar. If that still doesn't work, I have a buddy with a 1000ft/lb air gun that doesn't seem to care how stuck the bolts are
Edwin
03-26-08, 06:03 AM
#43
UPDATE: I finished installing the RS' last night after work. The rears were pretty easy. It took me about 2 hours for both sides (taking my time/working in a cramped garage). I have to say that I am SO glad I have air tools. It just makes the job so much easier.
My first impressions are the car feels much more stable. Before these, I had a espelir/L-tuned shock combo. The drop was nice but the ride seemed floaty. I did have one blown shock so that might have contributed to that feel but now, the car seems much more tighter. It reminds me of my e46 m3 (stock).
The ride is stiffer but that is expected if the car is tighter/stable. The drop isn't as low as my previous set up but I'm going to give it a week or two to settle, then I'm going to drop it more. I'll post pics this weekend. Thanks to everyone for their help/guidance
Edwin
My first impressions are the car feels much more stable. Before these, I had a espelir/L-tuned shock combo. The drop was nice but the ride seemed floaty. I did have one blown shock so that might have contributed to that feel but now, the car seems much more tighter. It reminds me of my e46 m3 (stock).
The ride is stiffer but that is expected if the car is tighter/stable. The drop isn't as low as my previous set up but I'm going to give it a week or two to settle, then I'm going to drop it more. I'll post pics this weekend. Thanks to everyone for their help/guidance
Edwin
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