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Old 01-01-2008, 07:14 PM   #7
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While I never changed my springs, I recall the issue being the rears are more time consuming than the fronts. Not sure if it is an access issue (ie the top) or having to do with removing more parts of the rear suspension to get the parts out. Yes, you will need new ball joints and perhaps even a specialized tool to remove the ball joints. You will also need a 4 wheel alignment once completed. (est $250-300). Your quote for $700 seems average to "low" compared to numbers I recall being thrown about when I was considering an upgrade?

What will you be upgrading too (spring wise)? If significantly stiffer than stock, you will want to either have your existing shocks (dampers) revalved or replaced to work in harmony with the new shorter/stiffer springs.

* Generically, any "coilover" is a situation where a coil is wrapped around a shock. In essence, your car already came with a "coilover" system
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