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Old 03-13-2009, 06:04 PM
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I'm about to lower my 95 civic and I was wondering how hard is it to do? I got my struts and lowering springs in today. I was going to get a buddy to do them at his house but i'm interested in doing this myself, i've never done this before! How hard would this be for a first timer and what do I have to do? I appreciate the help!!!
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It is pretty easy and you will make things alot easier if you look into a camber kit. Depending on how low you want to go. You are going to need a spring compressor, two jack stands, a floor jack, a manual, a tool set, and a good portaion of a day. I'm pretty sure there is a write up in the HT archives on how to do it on a 96-00 Civic which will come close. I did mine last summer and with one write up and about 4 hours, including smoke breaks, confusion breaks, and beer breaks I did all four with the help of a friend. Oh yeah, and an impact wrench will make your day so either rent one or know someone who has one, just in case.
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Search the FAQ stickied at the top.
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There too...to save you reading and me boredom https://honda-tech.com/forums/honda-civic-del-sol-1992-2000-1/%5Bfaq%5D-shock-removal-install-eg-1427142/ pictures are hella small and suck but it is better than nothing.
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spring compressors, a decent socket set, a jack, jackstands if you got em, plenty of light, and your done.
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Also need a nice ball hammer to beat those lower ball joints loose. It's not too bad.
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Thanks for the replys. As for the camber kit, I think my lowering springs are 1.5" do I need it?
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Originally Posted by TonyBlaz
Thanks for the replys. As for the camber kit, I think my lowering springs are 1.5" do I need it?
Just get alignment right away.
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I will and I need it anyhow after doing my tie rods.
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