How-To install lowering springs?

[BLKDOUTLS]

Sorry, newb here. Searched a little but couldn't come across a write up on how to install lowering springs. I'm gonna buy some Eibach's soon and want to install them up and the quick lube I work at. Buddy of mine and I were successful installing springs on my SVT Contour which has a coil cover set up like the LS's. Been awhile though since I did it and would like some step-by-step guide so I don't "F" up. :lol:

 

[JoshMcMadMac]

Take out the old ones. Reverse the process to install the new ones. It is straight forward.

 

[dNyce LS]

are there any techs at your quick lube job? (not just oil change guys) if there are i would just ask for there help, but diy is not hard

 

[02LincLS]

Use a good spring compressor; otherwise it may fly out and take a cross section of your face with it. You can usually rent one at autozone and get your money back when you return it.

 

[xdsub40]

Take out the old ones. Reverse the process to install the new ones. It is straight forward.

You can also use this method for a motor swap, good luck

 

[Villalta]

This could help.
http://www.partsource.ca/doityourself/How-To-Remove-and-Replace-Struts.asp

 

[pektel]

Remove wheel
Remove sway bar end link from lower control-arm
Remove nut from upper ball-joint and seperate from knuckle
Remove bottom strut bolt
Remove four strut plate nuts in engine compartment
Remove strut

I cant remember if there was any load from the strut when seperating the knuckle from the upper control-arm, best practice is to have a jack under the lower control-arm so you can lower it slowly.

You will also need a spring compressor to take apart the strut. Do not take it apart with out this. If you don't have one take them to a shop and have them swap the springs for you.

 

[BLKDOUTLS]

Having a buddy of mine that is a tech help me out this weekend, and I was wondering. Are there strut mounts that can, or need to be replaced when installing new springs?

 

[JoshMcMadMac]

Having a buddy of mine that is a tech help me out this weekend, and I was wondering. Are there strut mounts that can, or need to be replaced when installing new springs?

You can buy new ones, or just reuse the existing ones.

 

[cammerfe]

Using proper terminology, the LS doesn't use struts. (A strut incorporates a spindle.) The LS simply attaches the spring to the 'shock absorber'---better called a 'damper'. The assembly attaches at the bottom by means of a bolt through an eye, and at the top there's a detachable mount held in place by four small studs---accessible inside the engine compartment.

KS