step by step lowering an si 06 - Page 5

***Johannes*** · 03-01-2007, 05:35 AM

so sad.....

victor · 03-24-2007, 03:48 PM

will this be the same for a DX/LX/EX?

PoLiShPrInCe · 04-22-2007, 09:24 PM

i just wanted to give a big thank you for this diy... used it today... 2 differences in my method and one because it was a non si but it was great... 3 hrs

huevosrancheros · 04-24-2007, 11:15 AM

Awsome write up u r a grease monkey

huevosrancheros · 04-24-2007, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mastadon

Those of you who did this install- How are you getting the top nut off? I have done spring installs before, but that cap on top of the strut assembly prohibits me from removing that nut. The only way i can get to it is with a socket, then i obviously can't use the allen wrench to hold it. Beyond using air tools i don't know how to get it off. Am i missing something really obvious? I have worked on a lot of cars, and I feel really stupid for not figuring this one out.

put the allen key on there and use a wrench

PoLiShPrInCe · 04-24-2007, 10:52 PM

easier solution - loosen the top nut while the strut is still on the car and you dont need the allen key...

wayne87th · 04-28-2007, 10:53 PM

Thanks for the great pics
I am about to lower my 8th gen with Eibachs
What did you torque the bolts to on the upper and lower struts and the shock retaining nuts?

Wayne Calder

hiphopaddict · 04-29-2007, 01:03 AM

Have your neighbors invited you over to enjoy their new hot-tub?

dbl gza · 05-04-2007, 03:12 PM

Did my Eibachs today and had no troubles.....cept you are going to want to cut the bump stops as per instructions....they are not so clear but basically i pulled the strut off then once i had the stop out i cut it 50 mm off the top....Install took about 3 hrs.

drahgon · 05-21-2007, 12:30 AM

where can I find the torque specs for re-installing the struts?

JDoc · 05-21-2007, 12:11 PM

Guys i got mine installed a couple days ago with some Tein S. techs on my 07 ex coup. The front two tires and the back left were lowered but my back right is higher than the rest, almost looks stock. Is this dangerous to be driving around? will it settle on its on?

Raging · 05-26-2007, 06:10 PM

This helped me a tremendous amount of time and save me from some serious headache issues!! Thanks for the write up!!

Coop · 05-26-2007, 08:51 PM

will c clamps work in place of the spring compresion tools? trying to find a cheaper way to to that instead of renting a set for $40.

supersly_jones · 05-28-2007, 12:44 PM

just rent from auto zone and take them back and get your money....saving money over safety is not worth it

Coop · 05-28-2007, 03:13 PM

i am doing mine right now. any idea what the nut on the of the spring plate/strut is suppose to be torqued to? also what about the three nuts bolting on to the top? thanks

Blk4drSI · 06-05-2007, 01:43 AM

Just finished my install of the Eibach pro-kit on my Si sedan a couple days ago. This diy really helped me because I was doing it by myself. Here are a couple pics.

phenominalee · 06-05-2007, 01:56 AM

Suscribed for future use

2RotorMotor · 06-05-2007, 02:52 AM

if you guys have air tools, the front can be done in like 15 mins..

Coop · 06-05-2007, 04:41 AM

the damn front took me forever, i guess partly because i didnt read the damn thread all the way through and had to put both struts back in to loosen the upper plate nut. rear was easy as can be, also installed rear camber kit at same time.

chiguywithsi · 06-14-2007, 06:03 PM

nice drop, any alignment issues

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