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Seattle_202
05-03-2012, 03:23 PM
I'm going to lower the car in a few days and had a few questions about how to remove the front springs. I've done the "search" and those who has done it required the Mercedes type spring compressor. My question is can I do this with the floor jack. As in, use the jack to compress it, then release the pressure slowly to release it? has anyone gone this route? How safe is it? I know there is some risk involved but just how risky is too risky? I plan on R&R (remove and reinstall) till I get the height I want. So it might take a few days at the most. Oh one more thing, front camber kit? I know there's a few on here who are practically sitting on the ground. How did you go about fixing the camber? Yes, KMAC I know but other options please. Input and advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
wichipong
05-03-2012, 05:32 PM
you can undo the LCA and take the spring out from there... a bit tricky if doing it alone still recommend using spring compressors as it does the job safer and quicker...

regarding the camber arms theres a lot out there... there's also the DIY camber kit for around 100 bucks...
hvmercy
05-03-2012, 06:10 PM
Safety first. Use a spring compressor especially for the front. If you've got O'Reilly's close to you they have spring compressors you can rent. It's not K-Lan but it's better than nothing.
MikeD
05-03-2012, 07:57 PM
Safety first. Use a spring compressor especially for the front. If you've got O'Reilly's close to you they have spring compressors you can rent. It's not K-Lan but it's better than nothing.

Are you talking about the two clamps that go on the side or do they really have an MB compressor?
wichipong
05-03-2012, 08:08 PM
Are you talking about the two clamps that go on the side or do they really have an MB compressor?

i dont think so...

my friend has this i dunno if this is gonna work

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41oU4ik3X1L._SL500_AA300_.jpg