Another AS 2.5" Level Install Thread
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Another AS 2.5" Level Install Thread
Took me about 4 hours to get it all installed using only hand tools and taking a few breaks to eat dinner and to get all the garbage together for the next morning's pickup. I used this thread, AutoSpring Install with Pics, to get me through it.
All in all I recommend having a 17 mm, 18 mm, and 21 mm wrench (preferably wratchet wrenchs) on hand in addition to the recommended tools. Also, I would have a 15 mm wratchet wrench or a 15 mm deep socket and enough extensions to allow you to get at the strut nuts closest the the engine from above. I just about ripped my hands off getting at that nut due to the fender well molding. I am not complaining about the extra tools I needed because I got to buy extra tools.
And definitely needed the 30 mm deep socket. Also, the Pitman Arm Puller was too shallow (at least the one from Advance Auto). Search the store you want (i.e. Advance Auto for me) and coupons in google and you will find some great coupons. I wish I would have thought of that when I bought my Wagner TQs.
Did it on Monday and wife's taking it to get aligned this morning. I have the before and after pics ready now and once I get the post alignment pics I will add them to the thread for all of you who want to see the three stages. And BTW, new rims and tires go on this evening. Nitto Trail Grapplers (295/70/18) and 18x9 XD Monsters with BS of 5.71 mm.
Pre-Level Pic
Post-Level Pre Alignment Pic
Right now the front sits a little higher than the back (1/2") but it is out of alignment. You can visibly see this. Hopefully it settles back down after the alignment. If not I'll add something to the back. Little worried about how the tires are going to fit in there but I'll cross that bridge this evening. The stocks sit close (hand width) to the spindle. Everybody cross your fingers for me.
All in all I recommend having a 17 mm, 18 mm, and 21 mm wrench (preferably wratchet wrenchs) on hand in addition to the recommended tools. Also, I would have a 15 mm wratchet wrench or a 15 mm deep socket and enough extensions to allow you to get at the strut nuts closest the the engine from above. I just about ripped my hands off getting at that nut due to the fender well molding. I am not complaining about the extra tools I needed because I got to buy extra tools.
And definitely needed the 30 mm deep socket. Also, the Pitman Arm Puller was too shallow (at least the one from Advance Auto). Search the store you want (i.e. Advance Auto for me) and coupons in google and you will find some great coupons. I wish I would have thought of that when I bought my Wagner TQs.Did it on Monday and wife's taking it to get aligned this morning. I have the before and after pics ready now and once I get the post alignment pics I will add them to the thread for all of you who want to see the three stages. And BTW, new rims and tires go on this evening. Nitto Trail Grapplers (295/70/18) and 18x9 XD Monsters with BS of 5.71 mm.
Pre-Level Pic
Post-Level Pre Alignment Pic
Right now the front sits a little higher than the back (1/2") but it is out of alignment. You can visibly see this. Hopefully it settles back down after the alignment. If not I'll add something to the back. Little worried about how the tires are going to fit in there but I'll cross that bridge this evening. The stocks sit close (hand width) to the spindle. Everybody cross your fingers for me.
