Everyone with "F-SPORT SPRINGS"
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I installed the F-sport springs (Part #: PTR0730090) over the weekend and the mechanic told me that the springs were not a direct replacement for OEM springs. He said they did not line up properly it was about 1/2 inch off with the shocks. He also stated over along period of time it could blow the shocks... Now I have to buy the F-sport shocks.
My question is has anyone else heard about this ?
2007 GS 350 (RWD)
My question is has anyone else heard about this ?
2007 GS 350 (RWD)
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I dont know man thats what he told me. He works at a Large lexus dealership in Miami.
He said basically they did not sit properly with the stock struts. He said they are meant to be with the F-sport struts.
He said basically they did not sit properly with the stock struts. He said they are meant to be with the F-sport struts.
Last edited by ReyRey305; 06-08-10 at 08:38 AM.
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yes he is a lexus tech. I dont think he was trying to get money out of me, he actually hooked me up because he did it as a side job and charge me pennies. I wanted to get the f-sport struts in the future anyways.
The car drives fine, very smooth and a little stiff on rough bumps. I did not even need an alignment after the installation which I found odd. I guess he spooked me when he told me that about the springs. I trust him he is a young kid with a passion for hooking up cars.
The car drives fine, very smooth and a little stiff on rough bumps. I did not even need an alignment after the installation which I found odd. I guess he spooked me when he told me that about the springs. I trust him he is a young kid with a passion for hooking up cars.
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it really sounds like hes been installing them upside down the entire time.
it is odd that you didnt need an alignment but its not unheard of. its possible to get it back very close when putting the suspension back together.
it is odd that you didnt need an alignment but its not unheard of. its possible to get it back very close when putting the suspension back together.
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Yup, it's a common mistake techs make, I had my BMW tech install my Eibach springs upside down, only to be told by another tech before he wrapped up the work!
Also, when you lower the car, naturally there will be an increase in your negative camber which you may or may not want to correct. Depends how often you want to replace your tyres!!
Also, when you lower the car, naturally there will be an increase in your negative camber which you may or may not want to correct. Depends how often you want to replace your tyres!!