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Old Feb 24, 2005 | 10:35 PM
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Anyone changed a front spring? I have a 4 post lift and was wondering how long of job it is, and what procedures it takes. Any info would help speed the process!
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Old Feb 24, 2005 | 10:48 PM
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You might try posting this question on the C5Tech list. I have found more of of our DIY and mechanical type sponsors tend to monitor that list more closely than the C5 General. Our moderator generally prefers it that way too.

I wish someone [ GM ] had a manual online in HTML so we who want to know, could just log-on and learn procedures. There is one sponsoring vendor that offers the manuals on CD, and several that offer them in book form. I have the CD vendor in my email archives. If you would like it, PM me and I'll look it up for you
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Old Feb 24, 2005 | 10:49 PM
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Check out this link..
Under C5 How to's
5) C5 suspension spring swap

http://www.ls1howto.com/

good luck...
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Old Feb 24, 2005 | 10:55 PM
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Did it with no lift... It's been a while, but I think the front and rear (shocks and springs) took about 6 hrs (probably 2 hrs of looking for tools )
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Old Feb 24, 2005 | 11:18 PM
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Don't forget to get rid of any kids so you can cuss, bring bandages and rubbing alcohol for the bleeding, and aspirin for the bruises....at least that's what I do whenever I work on the car....

FiberglassFan, the someone you're looking for is www.alldatadiy.com
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