Coilover fitting

[cclarke184]

I going to attempt to change my standard suspension to coilovers tomorrow. i was wondering if any of you have any horror stories about doing this or is there any special tools i need to have before i get car up on the stands.
(aparts from spring compression clamps and a good socket set)
Or is there any tips and advice you guys would offer before i start this job.

Cheers

Chris

 

[RichA3Turbo]

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Drill said:
But if it's a Quattro, won't you need a spring compressor to get the rear springs out?

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You need it on non quattro AND quattro as the spring and damper are not one unit.

Rich

 

[cclarke184]

The coilovers have arrived and the front shocks are one unit as expected and i dont think will require the compressors to fit them, but the rears as Rich says the damper and spring aren't one unit when fitted to the car.

My car is a non Quattro.

Chris