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Old Jan 1, 2008 | 07:03 PM
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Default About to do the TRD Spring/Sway install...MOST DETAILED DIY?

Hey guys,

I'm going to do the install soon, ive seen a few DIY but.....

What guide(s) is the most detailed, thorough guide out there?

Also, for those who did the instal...any special tips/tricks...potential pain in the ___ steps?

Let me know! A buddy of mine that went to UTI, worked in a suspension shop, and installed coilovers on his own S2k is going to help, so it should be ok.
Old Jan 1, 2008 | 07:43 PM
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search for springs DIY. as for the sway bar go to the hotckis website and check out their install tutorial for rear sway bar on the TC. Its the same thing as the TRD bar.
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Originally Posted by frame
search for springs DIY. as for the sway bar go to the hotckis website and check out their install tutorial for rear sway bar on the TC. Its the same thing as the TRD bar.
Which is the most detailed?
Old Jan 1, 2008 | 09:34 PM
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for springs

http://www.yoursciontc.com/informati...d_springs.html

sway bar

http://www.hotchkis.net/files/instal...ides/22425.pdf

this install should be a piece of cake for your friend.
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 02:39 AM
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Originally Posted by frame
for springs

http://www.yoursciontc.com/informati...d_springs.html

sway bar

http://www.hotchkis.net/files/instal...ides/22425.pdf

this install should be a piece of cake for your friend.
thanks!
Old Jan 4, 2008 | 10:17 PM
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be prepared. it can be a huge pain in the ___. mine was, probably cause it was my first time with major suspension stuff.
Old Jan 5, 2008 | 08:29 AM
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Originally Posted by underoath777
be prepared. it can be a huge pain in the butt. mine was, probably cause it was my first time with major suspension stuff.
Yeah I know...I seem to have the same bad luck as you..

That's why I'm trying to find the most detailed guide down to a T, kinda like "INstalling TRD suspension for dummies".

I also wanted to know any tips/tricks, because every job has a few....
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bump...

I breifly skimmed over the guide...

Does it include torque specs for all the bolt the need to be re-tightened..if not...what are they?
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Originally Posted by paul34
I think its 35 ft*lb , it should say on the instructions that come with the bar.
hmmm

What about for the springs? What are the torque specs for every bolt i most loosen/take off, then re-tighten/replace?
Old Jan 15, 2008 | 03:14 AM
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Have 3 different DIY articles ready....

Hopefully will be installed over the weekend.

Cant wait!
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