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Old 06-26-2009, 08:59 PM
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Default HAD MY SPRINGS INSTALLED...NEED INPUT IF THIS IS CORRECT?

I need your help. To most of you that installed your own springs. I had my springs installed yesterday. After overlooking the struts. I think the mechanic did not install them correct. Here's some descriptive pics:

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Size:  32.8 KB FRONT RIGHT: NOTICE THE POSITIONING OF THE STRUT. Is That point where i circled suppose to be facing the front or the rear.

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FRONT LEFT

Also: Have you notice this when the vehicle is parked. When the wheels are facing straight. The top portion of the strut is flat: When wheels are turned to Left or Right. The top portion of the strut rises.

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WHEELS STRAIGHT

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WHEN WHEELS ARE EITHER TURNED TO LEFT OR RIGHT

ANY INPUT IF THIS IS CORRECT OR WRONG

THANKS....................
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Old 06-28-2009, 10:38 PM
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I just noticed mine did that, I'm wondering if it is normal for the strut to move like that. I did my own install & I think I did it right I want everyone that has lowered their car & also stock suspension to please turn their wheels & see if this happens to your car also. Hopefully we're good brother.
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Yes, it does.
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Old 06-29-2009, 12:05 AM
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Originally Posted by CIONIDE
Yes, it does.
Lol, short but sweet. Thnx.
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