| Tony Radford |
09-27-2008 08:12 AM |
Rear anti swaybar install
I'm thinking about attempting to install my new anti swaybar on my Jag IRS rear end. I'm told I have to disconnect the bottom of one of the rear shocks on both sides to do the install. Do I need something to hold the shocks compressed prior to removing the bottom fastener? Won't they try to expand if disconnected? I think they're Carrera coilovers? I plan to back the car up onto some ramps and do everything with the back tires a foot or so off the deck. Do I need to update my life insurance policy first?
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| strictlypersonl |
09-27-2008 08:44 AM |
Normally, it's the shock that limits wheel travel on the Jag rear. If you don't have some kind of limiting strap, you should be able to disconnect a single shock without a major explosion.
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| turnpike boy |
09-27-2008 09:14 AM |
Ok
Tony, you can do the install with the car sitting on its' wheels. You do NOT need to remove the shocks - you can if you want to, but there is no need.
And - no - they won't blow up if you do. The springs are held onto the shock by retainers top and bottom, and the shock is internally assembled and will not come apart just by removing them from the car. If you remove them, they'll just come out in one piece, for you to clean and make shiny. Keep the insurance money for gas.
It's an easy job. Get on your creeper and try to stay awake under the car ;) while you bolt it in.
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| TButtrick |
09-28-2008 09:40 AM |
If the manufacturer states that you need to remove the shock then you should remove it with no load on the that shock. Jack up the car from the frame and watch the shock and spring until you see the spring unload completely then remove the shock. Removing a loaded spring/shock is simply not smart and is certainly the hard way.
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| Tony Radford |
09-28-2008 11:18 AM |
Fortunately, I didn't have to remove the shocks. I was able to back the nut off and knock it over enough for the bolt to clear. I jacked the car all over the place and was never able to find a spot that made the shock "loose". I spent all day on that install. I'm definitely glad it's over. Test drive - I noticed the ride is noticibly "bumpier" than before. But more importantly (for me), I can motor through a tight curve without any noticible body roll. I suppose I sacrificed a bit of straight-line comfort for cornering performance. I'll take it.
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