Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 On the fence whether I should have this done by a shop or simply do it myself. I do have an acquaintance that has recently installed them on his 11 sti but I'm not sure if he's going to help me or not. He said it took 45 mins so I'm assuming I could do it also. Opinions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr.hicksta Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 It's easysauce. Do it yourself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWSPECB Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Coilover's are very straightforward. Much easier if you have air tools, especially being over there on the east coast where things could be rusted on, but not necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 Looks like I'll try it myself. No air tools, unfortunately. I haven't seen any guides on here so I guess I'll go with what seems logical lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClimberDHexMods Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 The top hat bearing nut can be a pain to reach, may require a special tool buying run. That's if you're using stock top hats. Have your breaker bar ready to work. I recently bought some Kano Kroil, which can help a lot removing nightmare bolts. The last tech to do my alignment must have used an impact on the camber bolts, because I broke a 3/8" breaker bar (harbor freight of course) trying to break the nut loose. This was yesterday. Next time I bounce my body weight on a breaker bar, it will be with my 1/2" breaker bar. [ame=http://www.amazon.com/Kano-Aerokroil-Penetrating-aerosol-AEROKROIL/dp/B000F09CEA/ref=pd_bxgy_auto_img_b]Amazon.com: Kano Aerokroil Penetrating Oil, 10 oz. aerosol (AEROKROIL): Automotive[/ame] [CENTER][B][I] Front Limited Slip Racing Differentials for the 5EAT now available for $1895 shipped, please inquire for details! [/I][/B][/CENTER] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWSPECB Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Don't really need air tools, just makes it less work as some of the bolts can be a pain. GLWInstall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 I wish I had air tools lol. And I never mind going on a tool run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Worst case, give us a ring and we can install em and align it for yah.  -mike http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpghttp://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/141039922.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://upload.pbase.com/image/137566671.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.2971 | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwm5094 Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 uuuuuuuuuuuutuuuubbbbbbeeeeeeee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Worst case, give us a ring and we can install em and align it for yah.  -mike http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpghttp://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/141039922.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://upload.pbase.com/image/137566671.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.2971 | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!"   +1 for these guy's... Break everything loose before you remove any thing. If you have a hard time with something, its easy to tighten everything and take it to AZP. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it.  Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 Yeah If I run into problems Ill give you guys a call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 I also read that in some cases the bolts have to be tightened to specific amount of lbs. Is this true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted May 15, 2012 Moderators Share Posted May 15, 2012 yeah, take some of the money you'll save and buy yourself a nice torque wrench. It will pay for itself immediately in this case. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>>Â Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie_sheen Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 definitely a good diy install to get your confidence up and help you learn how the components are setup. suspension seems like such a huge modification, but its like 12 bolts total  definitely take it to get it aligned within 24 hrs of install. also, do it with a friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 Okay thanks for the help guys. Got any suggestions for a torque wrench? Charlie sheen I was taking your comment seriously till I started drifting over to your avatar hahaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie_sheen Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 lol of the very few serious things i put on this forum, that last post was up there. what? you dont like chocolate sauce? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 Lol. I'll still be going the diy route especially if it's only 12 bolts. Hopefully its not as much of a hassle as my down pipe. I had the hardest time getting those rusted bolts out that I eventually took it to a shop to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted May 15, 2012 Moderators Share Posted May 15, 2012 I don't have any brand recommendation for a torque wrench, I'm sure others do though. My recommendation would be to by a decent, name brand tool though. You'll have it for a while. I would say to get a 3/8 inch drive wrench as your first one. You could go with 1/2 inch drive, but it would probably be overkill for your needs, and if you have to use a 3/8 inch adapter all the time you'll run into a clearance issue at some point. Whatever you get, take care of it like it's a precision instrument--because it is. Don't bang it around, leave it rolling all over in your trunk, etc. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie_sheen Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 how many miles are on your car? and i take that back, it's exactly 16 bolts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrw Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Your going to need strength for the rear lower shock bolts. Eat your wheaties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 My friend has bunch of tools in his garage which we both use when working on our cars. So if it's not in there I'll go purchase one and protect it with my life. Right now I'm at 77,000 miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Buy your tools from Sears, I have thier 3/8 and 1/2 torque wrenches. Also put anti-sieze compound on all the nuts and bolts you install. On everything you do to the car. anti-sieze compound is your best friend. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it.  Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwm5094 Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I don't have any brand recommendation for a torque wrench, I'm sure others do though. My recommendation would be to by a decent, name brand tool though. You'll have it for a while. I would say to get a 3/8 inch drive wrench as your first one. You could go with 1/2 inch drive, but it would probably be overkill for your needs, and if you have to use a 3/8 inch adapter all the time you'll run into a clearance issue at some point. Whatever you get, take care of it like it's a precision instrument--because it is. Don't bang it around, leave it rolling all over in your trunk, etc. +1 Buy a 3/8 for this job. Most 1/2 inch will not read as low as you need for the top hat bolts. And trust me, soooo many people over torque them and snap them. IIRC they are ~22lbs. Oh, and torque everything to spec not just "certain parts" there are reasons for it. Check vacation pics for all the specs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzman Posted May 15, 2012 Author Share Posted May 15, 2012 Alright I'll be buying a few things it looks like. Anyone have a link to the vacation pictures? The search function brought to them but the links are broken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redleg Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 So that you can gauge my speed: Even an oil change takes me an hour (from putting on Carhart pants to cleaning up). So, I tried swapping in my stocks for my coil overs. The spring compressors I borrowed for free from Autozone weren't enough to take the tension off the bolts...2 hours later I'd finished the rear only. Then took it to the shop in the morning. My advise - don't get spring compressors which might be for trucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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