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| RiqueMar |
 Jul 15 2009, 11:12 AM
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Enrique Allen Mar  Group: Members Posts: 2,251 Joined: 28-August 08 From: San Diego, CA Member No.: 9,478 Region Association: Southern California 
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When putting on the rear suspension, what is the best order to do it in?
Is it best to bolt on the front pivot point and then bolt that onto the car? Should I install the shocks at the same time, or install the arms and then the shocks? |
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| Cupomeat |
Jul 15 2009, 11:27 AM
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missing my NY 914 in VA Group: Members Posts: 1,338 Joined: 26-November 07 From: Oakton VA Member No.: 8,376 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I would, if I were doing it;
- Assemble the trailing arm and the outer suspension pivot point loosely - Bolt that assembly to the body. Make sure the pivot rod is in the middle with the splines going out enough on each side to "bite" and avoid turning. - Then assemble the shocks/springs. HOWEVER, do not tighten the lower bolt on the shock/spring assembly until the car is on the ground as it can add a significant preload on the shock. |
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| RiqueMar |
Jul 15 2009, 01:00 PM
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Enrique Allen Mar Group: Members Posts: 2,251 Joined: 28-August 08 From: San Diego, CA Member No.: 9,478 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(Cupomeat @ Jul 15 2009, 10:27 AM)  I would, if I were doing it; - Assemble the trailing arm and the outer suspension pivot point loosely - Bolt that assembly to the body. Make sure the pivot rod is in the middle with the splines going out enough on each side to "bite" and avoid turning. - Then assemble the shocks/springs. HOWEVER, do not tighten the lower bolt on the shock/spring assembly until the car is on the ground as it can add a significant preload on the shock. Thanks! That description as you put it, is the 2nd time I've heard it, seems to be the right way. Cool! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
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RiqueMar Riques newbie question of the day.... Jul 15 2009, 11:12 AM
McMark 1. Install the shock into the car and attach top n... Jul 15 2009, 01:21 PM
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