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Front Spacer Question

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Devilfan, Jul 13, 2025 at 7:07 AM.

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    Would I need to compress the springs to remove these spacers?IMG_20240107_161110324_HDR.jpg IMG_20240107_161024697.jpg
     
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    No.
     
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    Thanks. Kind of along the same line, but if I were to install new shocks and keep the springs, I would need to compress them. Correct?
     
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    What you see there by your pic is the spacer is bolted independently to the strut top. So the spacer is completely separate from the strut assembly once the 3 nuts removed. To replace shocks, compress spring and unbolt shock shaft bolt to the strut top. Many videos on YouTube for DIY
     
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    Thank you, that is what I thought. Since I am not dealing with compressing the springs, I will probably just install new coilovers.
     
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