question about installing new suspension

[josh49504]

When I install new struts/suspension and lowering springs, do I need to compress the spring before it is installed?

[xintersecty]

yes. I took a look at the harbor freight tool and decided they were too crappy to even recommend. Check your local auto parts store. Here is the same tool for northern
Performance Tool Professional Strut Spring Compressor, Model# W89322 | Specialty Tools| Northern Tool + Equipment

I use that exact set. They work nicely.

DO NOT undo the top bolt with out compressing the spring. If you do, get your cuz to film it while you say "hey ya watch this" and we can then nominate you for a Darwin award.


Do get an impact driver. This I can recommend from Harbor Freight
Electric Impact Wrench - 1/2"

That tool helps in compressing the springs. Remember to do a little at a time on both sides.

Good Luck Young Padawan.

[xintersecty]

Oh yeah read up on some tutorials on swapping around the springs and struts. Pay attention to how you take it apart and take lots of pictures. Also it never hurts to put new busing in the front:
More Information for MONROE 905906

[josh49504]

I am looking at getting these 7060 - SENSEN Shocks Struts, Full Set, 4 Pieces, NEW, Lifetime Warranty
2006 Chevy Aveo All Aveo models H&R Lowering Springs - Best Price on H&R Sport Springs for Street & Track - Lowering Coil Springs

I have a few friends that are always working on bmw and audies that I was going to have help me install them. I found out my stock rims are ****ed up so I am replacing those with these Voxx Wheels P9 6 x 14 Wheels | Belle Tire

[xintersecty]

Check my thread on coilovers vs springs http://www.aveoforum.com/forum/f85/c...-shocks-19473/. I cover some of the info there. I got better shocks I also spent about 80 bucks more. I have no comments on the shocks. Make sure they are correct springs for the application.
2006 Chevrolet Aveo Applications || H&R Special Springs, LP

My only comment on the wheels, don't get them. My wheels have crap that goes outside the rim plane and their messed up from hitting curbs. I did it again today, dang it.

[Carsons]

You must always be extremely careful when working. Check with you vehicle's manual before performing work so that you are familiar with your specific car's systems.