Hey folks. I'm getting ready to order a set of lowering springs. I called the only real aftermarket shop in vicinity. They quoted me 3 hours of labor = $200 to install the springs. To me, that is a f'ing scam. Since I have no knowledge whatsoever on how to install the springs (blows hard), what other options would I have? If any of you live in the Atlanta (northern) area and would be willing to do this for me, I would make it worth your while. I have no other option. I WILL NOT throw down $200 for someone to scam me.
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how bout you just diy? theres a full diy on this site, even with pics.
its not hard, just takes tiem to get all teh bolts off.
dont say you're gona fuck something up, cuz its damn hard to do that. the worst thing that I can imagine go wrong is that one of the bolt's heads broke off, but that happens to a lot of people.
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Oh ok well i guess we don't need the suspension meet after all. What springs have you chosen? I can help you install no problem. It is really easy actually as long as your bolts aren't seized."This is a jaded bunch. To gain notice, you have to challenge conventional wisdom, test assumptions, and ignore the naysayers."
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PB blaster FTW! soak that shit like a day in advance, lol.
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http://www.doctorimport.com/sprint_springs.html
Part # 1003
They aren't labeled race etc. I believe they are the sport springs. I don't want to go any lower so I can keep my stock shocks for the time being.
Regarding DIY. I lack most of the tools (specifically a spring compressor) to do the job myself.
generic short-ram
generic strut tower bar
hid bulbs all around
amber bumper + clear corners (soon to be amber)Comment
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Try this:suspension install
Throwing down money for the mechanic isn't necessarily a ripoff, they help people that don't do their own work.
*You can rent spring compressors from an auto parts store and get a full refund if you return them.
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it is when they are charging 200bux. the most Id charge for this kind of work would be like 50bux and some food. and this is using hand tools. shops have air tools, which makes things go MUCH faster.
you only need a few sockets, ratchets and a few wrenches. you can use the stick you use to jack up the jack as a breaker bar, or just do some other custom breaker bar.
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If you have no idea how to do it, how on Earth can you figure 2 bills is a scam?Originally posted by '93EX
How much are you planning to offer someone on the board to do it for you?2003 Maxima SE Titanium Edition
Polished Titanium ext, heated black leather int, heated leather steering wheel, HIDs, 255bhp, 6 speed, 15% tint.
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Yeah, but you're doing it for laughs, not to support yourself.Originally posted by d112crzy2003 Maxima SE Titanium Edition
Polished Titanium ext, heated black leather int, heated leather steering wheel, HIDs, 255bhp, 6 speed, 15% tint.
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actually, i do do it to support myself, lol. i charge low, that way I get more customers. I do eveything. suspension, car detail, headlight blackhousing, now engine swaps, tuning, lol. this and I have a full time job, so yea,lol. sorry for the thread jack.
if you wait till next year around this time, i can do it for ya, lol. Im gona be flying to georgia next summer to visit some family and work for a few months.
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I am open to negotiations on a payment for the installation. I'm only looking at people who can seriously help me out. I am tired of wishing my car was lowered.
generic short-ram
generic strut tower bar
hid bulbs all around
amber bumper + clear corners (soon to be amber)Comment
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i'd be willing to help you and i have spring compressers. let me know. later.Comment
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Guess we can have a spring-install meet lol. Actually if the springs are soft enough or short enough we might not even need a spring compressor.Originally posted by TypeG"This is a jaded bunch. To gain notice, you have to challenge conventional wisdom, test assumptions, and ignore the naysayers."
FS Part out thread koni/skunk2 suspension, jdm pole, HID retrofit, Tanabe exhaust
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Ask more shops around your area.In a shop you should not pay more than $100 bucks for the installation.You might want to buy new struts also or the car is going to feel like shit.Project EP hatch on the way
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