Here's the deal. I'll hopefully be picking up some springs for my 89 SR5, and myself and my dad will be doing this. I have a few questions, as I've never lowered a car before.
I found what seem to be good step by step instrutions on removing the mac strut assembly and the springs on the autozone site. Anyone have links to other DIYs for this?
I have a jack, jack stands, all basic hand tools, and I'll be renting a spring compressor. My dad is also a weight lifter so the disassembly shouldn't be too hard. Will I need anything else? I know an impact gun will make things easier, but is it necessary?
Alignment. The springs are 1.6" drop, and my tires aren't brand new or anything, so I'm not really worried about the slight camber change. What about the toe? If I mark everything where it was when I take it apart, will there be enough difference to require a $70 alignment?
Is there anything I'm over looking besides maybe discovering worn ball joints or something? Any help is appreciated, as I know a lot of you have done this kind of stuff already. Thanks.
I found what seem to be good step by step instrutions on removing the mac strut assembly and the springs on the autozone site. Anyone have links to other DIYs for this?
I have a jack, jack stands, all basic hand tools, and I'll be renting a spring compressor. My dad is also a weight lifter so the disassembly shouldn't be too hard. Will I need anything else? I know an impact gun will make things easier, but is it necessary?
Alignment. The springs are 1.6" drop, and my tires aren't brand new or anything, so I'm not really worried about the slight camber change. What about the toe? If I mark everything where it was when I take it apart, will there be enough difference to require a $70 alignment?
Is there anything I'm over looking besides maybe discovering worn ball joints or something? Any help is appreciated, as I know a lot of you have done this kind of stuff already. Thanks.