Tein S.Tech install...?

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Apr 11, 2008 | 02:51 PM

alucas8892

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Tein S.Tech install...?

I just got a set in for my 08, and I was wondering if anyone had more detailed instructions on how to put them on...maybe some pictures?

Apr 11, 2008 | 02:52 PM

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i think if you searched "spring install" you would get some wonderful results...

Apr 11, 2008 | 03:05 PM

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Good luck with the rear bolts. Holy crap that was a pain in the ****.

Apr 11, 2008 | 06:04 PM

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Breaker bar is your friend.

Apr 11, 2008 | 09:44 PM

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18" breaker bar + 2-ton hydraulic jack sitting on a cinder block.

Oh yes, the big guns came out.

Apr 13, 2008 | 09:19 AM

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where are you located in can probably do the install for you myself for a fee. i just did my 08 tc and i bought a 2-ton hydraulic strut compressor which did wonders in making this a simple job for me.

Apr 14, 2008 | 07:18 PM

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instructions spring install

You would basic ratchet tools, a sprig compressor you can rent from autozone etc, sockets....thats it

Apr 14, 2008 | 07:19 PM

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the install isn't that expensive, i would pay someone to do it for $150.

Apr 14, 2008 | 07:20 PM

xxsciontc

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my bad, also it would only take 1 hour with all the tools tops.

Apr 15, 2008 | 06:51 PM

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I was thinking of getting the s techs. pics once our done

Apr 17, 2008 | 04:19 PM

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lol.
took me and 2 buddys 8 hours to do mine....
with no spring compressor, or air tools...
lmao.

never again.

Apr 17, 2008 | 05:56 PM

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how much is it to get them installed.

i was thinking these or the tannabe springs..

Apr 17, 2008 | 06:00 PM

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its free if you do it yourself.
its really not that hard.
just find a DIY online.
take your time and follow it.

Apr 17, 2008 | 06:03 PM

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really simple hour and change man, jus take ur time and get it right, also breaker bar works wonders...

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