How to: Front shock/spring removal

chris4x4 · 04-05-2009, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by dozer711

Great write up Chris!
Just in time for me to do mine. I just had the spring TSB done Friday. Hoping to install the lift I purchased from brianincc last month this weekend.
Hmmm, that coil compressor is not a good one to use? What kind would you suggest? Remember I got the 886's from him. THX

I recomend a wall mounted large spring compressor. Or the one pictured above.

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Originally Posted by dozer711

Looks like a nice compressor,
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb...106916493.html

Good for springs up to 10". The Tacoma springs are 14" and many after market springs are 16".

TacoNut · 04-05-2009, 01:11 PM

Just tore mine apart yesterday...
Couple things I would recomend...

a pry bar or big flat head screwdriver, some reason my coil overs didn't want to get out of the lower mount....
also when you go to re-attach the upper ball joint if you jack up right under the lower control arm it will be a bunch easier than putting all your weight onto it to try to get everything lined up....

This is what is meant by a spring compressor, DO NOT use one of the wimpy autozone ones...

dozer711 · 04-05-2009, 01:21 PM

Good for springs up to 10". The Tacoma springs are 14" and many after market springs are 16".[/quote]
Ok, My 886's are 16" high. I have a friend that works at monroe around the corner, I think I will have him do the coils. Safer that way, cheaper too.

chris4x4 · 04-05-2009, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TacoNut

Just tore mine apart yesterday...
Couple things I would recomend...

a pry bar or big flat head screwdriver, some reason my coil overs didn't want to get out of the lower mount....
also when you go to re-attach the upper ball joint if you jack up right under the lower control arm it will be a bunch easier than putting all your weight onto it to try to get everything lined up....

This is what is meant by a spring compressor, DO NOT use one of the wimpy autozone ones...

Dont know why you had such an issue getting yours out. Every one I have worked on has come right out with no issues. Awsome spring compressor! Major props to you for makeing that! If I make a "Chris4x4 Award" your first in line for it!

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Originally Posted by dozer711

Ok, My 886's are 16" high. I have a friend that works at monroe around the corner, I think I will have him do the coils. Safer that way, cheaper too.

Good idea.

TacoNut · 04-05-2009, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

Dont know why you had such an issue getting yours out. Every one I have worked on has come right out with no issues. Awsome spring compressor! Major props to you for makeing that! If I make a "Chris4x4 Award" your first in line for it!

Meh I think the automotive gods just weren't satisfied with me. They were at the end, I lost another couple of square inches of flesh on my hands and my buddy ended up with 2 stitches from the "dust gaurd I guess" on the back of the discs.

chris4x4 · 04-06-2009, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by TacoNut

Meh I think the automotive gods just weren't satisfied with me. They were at the end, I lost another couple of square inches of flesh on my hands and my buddy ended up with 2 stitches from the "dust gaurd I guess" on the back of the discs.

2 stitches!? WTF!? 2 stickes is a Bandaid wound. I have a 5 stitch minimum.

TacoNut · 04-06-2009, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

2 stitches!? WTF!? 2 stickes is a Bandaid wound. I have a 5 stitch minimum.

That's what I was saying... Throw a butterfly bandage on there and man up!

PackerfanXD · 04-06-2009, 10:35 AM

Bandages?? Bah!! At work I use electrical tape.

chris4x4 · 04-06-2009, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by TacoNut

That's what I was saying... Throw a butterfly bandage on there and man up!

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Originally Posted by PackerfanXD

Bandages?? Bah!! At work I use electrical tape.

Actually, I have found that Super Glue works the best. Learned that in the ER at Desert Banner.

Brunes · 04-06-2009, 04:50 PM

Yeah...super glue is the awesome way to do it!!

PackerfanXD · 04-06-2009, 05:47 PM

If you can get the shit to come out...

chris4x4 · 04-06-2009, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by PackerfanXD

If you can get the shit to come out...

yeah.....

TacoNut · 04-06-2009, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

Actually, I have found that Super Glue works the best. Learned that in the ER at Desert Banner.

Well I prefer to use the stomach linings of the people I kill as a sort of paper-Masha bandage. Not everyone can be as butch as me though

Evil Monkey · 04-06-2009, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

Where did you get that???? How much????

Looks like this one on eBay. $149 with free shipping.

jdkeller · 04-07-2009, 01:22 AM

I did not remove the spindle ball joint nut. When I installed mine I left the uca on the spindle untouched. I just used the bottle jack to jack the uca down a bit. Each side only took about 15 to 20 minutes.

chris4x4 · 04-07-2009, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by jdkeller

I did not remove the spindle ball joint nut. When I installed mine I left the uca on the spindle untouched. I just used the bottle jack to jack the uca down a bit. Each side only took about 15 to 20 minutes.

I used to do that also, but then a buddy of mine folded his fender. Just be carefull.

dozer711 · 04-10-2009, 01:36 AM

Any of you know if 3" is what the actual lift is with the 886? (nothing add to front) I had the TSB done and I like the way it sits. Back is lower than most, I have a cap, sub and edead 80 on the truck. If the back lifts 1.5" (I have the non TSB aal, I am going to cut it down 1" as per toytech) with the aal then (# wise) I need a 1.5" block to keep the same angle. I also got 3/4' spacers for the front that came with the set-up I bought. If I use those do I need a additional 3/4" in rear?

THX

dozer711 · 04-10-2009, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Marc M

Need to get one of these, I love mine!

Marc M

I bought one last night for $139.99 From Max Tool w/free shipping. I will let you know how is works.

chris4x4 · 04-10-2009, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by dozer711

Any of you know if 3" is what the actual lift is with the 886? (nothing add to front) I had the TSB done and I like the way it sits. Back is lower than most, I have a cap, sub and edead 80 on the truck. If the back lifts 1.5" (I have the non TSB aal, I am going to cut it down 1" as per toytech) with the aal then (# wise) I need a 1.5" block to keep the same angle. I also got 3/4' spacers for the front that came with the set-up I bought. If I use those do I need a additional 3/4" in rear?

THX

The 885's will give 3" of lift. If they dont give the full 3", you can add the 10mm lift enhancers. The 886's are a much higher spring rate, and the ride will be more firm.

DanGer · 04-10-2009, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

2 stitches!? WTF!? 2 stickes is a Bandaid wound. I have a 5 stitch minimum.

Hey! My incisions from my surgery were only 2 stitches and out in 3 days

04-05-2009, 01:11 PM	#42
TacoNut Resident Hippy Removal Expert Name: Adam Joined: Mar 2008, #5597 Location: Flagstaff, Arizona Gender: Male Posts: 4,669 08 Prerunner SR5 TRD OR Acess Cab 2008 Access Cab Automatic 4.0L 1GR-FE V6 a few things.......	Just tore mine apart yesterday... Couple things I would recomend... a pry bar or big flat head screwdriver, some reason my coil overs didn't want to get out of the lower mount.... also when you go to re-attach the upper ball joint if you jack up right under the lower control arm it will be a bunch easier than putting all your weight onto it to try to get everything lined up.... This is what is meant by a spring compressor, DO NOT use one of the wimpy autozone ones... __________________ Hello you sick twisted freaks, I am Adam. Forever...

04-06-2009, 10:35 AM	#48
PackerfanXD Just waiting for the Apocalypse Name: Mr. Mom Joined: Aug 2008, #8741 Location: Armed In A GUN-FREE Zone Age: 36 Gender: Male Posts: 3,678 Killer Blue Taco 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 Bilstein 5100's, OME 885's, Total Chaos UCAs, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Toytec AALs, Moto Metal 950 16" Wheels, BFG 285/75R 16 AT Tires, TRD Exhaust, Viper Alarm, Fog Light Mod, De-badged, Blue LED Dome Light, EZ Clamped Tailgate, Wet Okoles, Satoshi Grill, 5% Tint, Engine Tick Fix, Black Bumper, Black Center Valence, Thanks for all the help chris4x4!	Bandages?? Bah!! At work I use electrical tape. __________________ Μολὼν λάβε!!! *"From my cold, dead hands!"* I was Anti-Obama when Anti-Obama wasn't cool. (<I also had this in my sig before it was cool)

04-06-2009, 04:50 PM	#50
Brunes Pray for CG1705 and the Cobra Crew Name: Mark Joined: May 2008, #7011 Location: Panhandle, Florida Age: 25 Gender: Dude Posts: 5,820 08 Red/Graphite and Black 2008 Access Cab Manual 1GR-FE: 4L V6 Debadge, Tint, LiteRider Tonneau with Locker Handle, 5 Pc Black Billet Grill, Black Rims, IPod Adapter, Red and Black Wet Okole Seats, Black Weathertechs. 885's and TC UCAs and Wheelers 3 pack AAL with OME Shocks and extended brake lines. Revenge Fabrication 82" Kickout sliders	Yeah...super glue is the awesome way to do it!! __________________ Namaste Brunes

04-06-2009, 05:47 PM	#51
PackerfanXD Just waiting for the Apocalypse Name: Mr. Mom Joined: Aug 2008, #8741 Location: Armed In A GUN-FREE Zone Age: 36 Gender: Male Posts: 3,678 Killer Blue Taco 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 Bilstein 5100's, OME 885's, Total Chaos UCAs, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Toytec AALs, Moto Metal 950 16" Wheels, BFG 285/75R 16 AT Tires, TRD Exhaust, Viper Alarm, Fog Light Mod, De-badged, Blue LED Dome Light, EZ Clamped Tailgate, Wet Okoles, Satoshi Grill, 5% Tint, Engine Tick Fix, Black Bumper, Black Center Valence, Thanks for all the help chris4x4!	If you can get the shit to come out... __________________ Μολὼν λάβε!!! *"From my cold, dead hands!"* I was Anti-Obama when Anti-Obama wasn't cool. (<I also had this in my sig before it was cool)

04-07-2009, 01:22 AM	#55
jdkeller How many words can be fit in this s Joined: Nov 2008, #11040 Location: Inland Empire, Ca Age: 21 Gender: Male Posts: 4,625 2008 Tacoma Prerunner TRD Offroad 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 Rear TSB, Dome light LED, Devil Horns, Debadged, 6000k HID Headlights and fogs, reverse light LED's, Grillcraft black mesh, rear OME n182's, Total Chaos UCA's, 285/75/16 BFG KM2's, Spidertrax spacers, Blacked out emblems, cb, All Pro 3" leaf pack, Fox 2.0 coilovers, Revenge Fab Sliders, u bolt flip kit and Timbrens, iPod/iPhone stereo adapter.	I did not remove the spindle ball joint nut. When I installed mine I left the uca on the spindle untouched. I just used the bottle jack to jack the uca down a bit. Each side only took about 15 to 20 minutes. __________________

04-05-2009, 01:21 PM	#43
dozer711 Senior Member Joined: Jan 2009, #12200 Location: Upstate, NY Gender: Male Posts: 109 '09 DC SB Magnetic Gray Metallic SR5 TRD-OR 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6	Good for springs up to 10". The Tacoma springs are 14" and many after market springs are 16".[/quote] Ok, My 886's are 16" high. I have a friend that works at monroe around the corner, I think I will have him do the coils. Safer that way, cheaper too.

04-10-2009, 01:36 AM	#57
dozer711 Senior Member Joined: Jan 2009, #12200 Location: Upstate, NY Gender: Male Posts: 109 '09 DC SB Magnetic Gray Metallic SR5 TRD-OR 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6	Any thoughts? Any of you know if 3" is what the actual lift is with the 886? (nothing add to front) I had the TSB done and I like the way it sits. Back is lower than most, I have a cap, sub and edead 80 on the truck. If the back lifts 1.5" (I have the non TSB aal, I am going to cut it down 1" as per toytech) with the aal then (# wise) I need a 1.5" block to keep the same angle. I also got 3/4' spacers for the front that came with the set-up I bought. If I use those do I need a additional 3/4" in rear? THX

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