Any DIY on leaf spring /removal/install?

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Mar 29, 2013 | 06:37 PM

DSOM

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Any DIY on leaf spring /removal/install?

Hey I searched but couldn't find anything that helped. Anybody know of a thread or another site that has this info?

Mar 29, 2013 | 07:15 PM

RicK T

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I haven't seen a full DIY with pics but most folks say it's relatively easy.

Did you see this one?

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-t...coilovers.html

Mar 29, 2013 | 09:51 PM

DSOM

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Thanks Rick didn't even think about a coilover install being the same.

Mar 30, 2013 | 09:26 PM

SuperchargedStroker

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I just did mine, its super easy on the rear and the front was not bad. I dropped the lower ball joints and lowered the a arm and cut loose the spring. No spring tension. I did sways while there, so not sure all the steps i took, but it was a pretty cake thing. I changed the pins too, I made my own and the install is in reverse. I think the toughest part was twist and manipulate the spring outta the a-arm perch. but when i say tough i mean just wiggle and pull. They are a breeze. The rubber bushing on my front didnt align well, but it seemed to go in with a little shot of the impact. Otherwise, its a garage floor job no prob.

Mar 31, 2013 | 03:09 PM

CMY SIX

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My set of helms shop manuals tell exactly how to do it, I'm always amazed $50,000 car and they won't spend $125 on a set of shop manuals

Mar 31, 2013 | 03:34 PM

DSOM

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Thank you everybody for your help. CMY SIX, I understand I am always amazed at the people who only post to be douchebags......

Mar 31, 2013 | 06:45 PM

timd38

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Use the Pfadt coilover instructions and they come right out. Just reverse to install.

If you live near Milwaukee come over and we can do it on my lift. About a two hour job.

Mar 31, 2013 | 08:36 PM

DSOM

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Thanks I wish I lived in that area,I def would have taken you up on that.Philly's to far of a ride though. The list of mods to install keeps growing. I have headers, suspension and now a set of trick flow heads I picked up yesterday. Gotta get a new friend with a lift ,lol.

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