So glad I came across this method. Will be using it in a few months when installing my VWR springs.
The car is new and will have roughly 3000 miles, do I need to replace any bolts?
They say you're supposed too, but i've not bothered on all the times i've done it. I suspect only a small percentage of people actually do. Maybe if you're taking the axle apart, then invest in new bolts. But even if say the bolt breaks, you'd just hear clunking, as that knuckle is on there pretty damn tight, as you're going to soon find out in a few months
Hi all,
I did the 2x4 method of removing and re-installing the strut for my lowering springs this weekend. It worked pretty well. I only have to remove the pinch bolt and the top 3 bolts. Didn't touch the LCA or the axle bolts.
Anyway, the 2x4 worked pretty well, but it was unstable on the driver side. My modification is to drill a hole in the 2x4 and bolt it to the sway bar mounting hole in the strut. I used the pinch bolt&nut to do this. It worked really well in preventing the 2x4 from slipping off!
See attached pic.
There is no set length I usually just cut around 20 inches or so more or less , you just need to be able to reach the strut point and then be able to place the jack underneath
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thanks, yea just wanted to see if what i've got already would work, or if i'd have to pick up another 2x4.
There is no set length I usually just cut around 20 inches or so more or less , you just need to be able to reach the strut point and then be able to place the jack underneath
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No i'd say there is an ideal length. that being 2ft or slightly more. Reason being is if its a little too short when its lifting, you'll get to the point, when the jack will start lifting up on the disc assembly, and not lift only the strut. Much better having it completely clear by being lower than the disc and so you can continue to lift without any hindrance.