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Spring install question for those using jack stands

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For those that have installed springs with jack stands, how did you support the rear subframe when lowering it to release tension in the rear? Ive never done springs before, and I was wondering if a regular floor jack would reach high enough to support it. Sorry if this has been asked before, and thanks for the help!
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I use multiple hockey pucks on top of the jack pad to get it to go higher.
 

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My buddy and I just put steeda sport springs in my car this past weekend. Floor jack and a block of wood worked just fine.
 
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Cool, thanks for the help everyone!
 

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My buddy and I just put steeda sport springs in my car this past weekend. Floor jack and a block of wood worked just fine.
How was the install overall? I've never done springs but have done break pads and rotors and it doesn't seem like too much more of a headache than that.

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How was the install overall? I've never done springs but have done break pads and rotors and it doesn't seem like too much more of a headache than that.

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I have never done springs either but overall it was easy. We followed the video for the most part and it took about 7 hours all said and done including taking our time double checking our work and a mandatory beer and taco break. PS if you don't have after market exhaust installed, just take the rear strut totally out because the big ass stock mufflers get in your way of trying to wiggle out the rear springs. I had a lot of fun doing them though, another notch of knowledge under the belt now. Good luck to you and have some fun doing it. :cheers:
 

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I have never done springs either but overall it was easy. We followed the video for the most part and it took about 7 hours all said and done including taking our time double checking our work and a mandatory beer and taco break. PS if you don't have after market exhaust installed, just take the rear strut totally out because the big ass stock mufflers get in your way of trying to wiggle out the rear springs. I had a lot of fun doing them though, another notch of knowledge under the belt now. Good luck to you and have some fun doing it. :cheers:
Good to hear! I'm waiting on a good July 4th sale and see what springs I'm going to go with. I do have an aftermarket exhaust so it's even better to hear that it will be a little easier.

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Good to hear! I'm waiting on a good July 4th sale and see what springs I'm going to go with. I do have an aftermarket exhaust so it's even better to hear that it will be a little easier.

Josh
Right on dude. Let us know how it goes. I also changed the chrome lug nuts for the wheels to black ones while having the wheels off. Gave it a nice subtle change in appearance you may wish to consider as well. My exhaust should be coming in the next couple days, as well as short throw shifter. More driveway action for the 4th of july weekend. Lets hope for some sweet sales as well.
 

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my question is... how are you guys getting it on jack stands? if you jack it at the jack points where do your jack stands go?
 

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Jack it from the rear end with a block of wood, or jack it up from where the rear LCA bolts into the subframe. Then put your jack stands under the frame rails.
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