Suspension replacement

MrRed2 · 11-27-2007, 09:08 PM

As the title suggests im in need of a new suspension system. Few questions on this one.

1) Am I able to remove the shocks and springs from my mr2 by hand without tearing myself in half.

2) Do you guys suggest a spring kit and shocks sold sperately(if so please tell me what brands/link me up please). Or should I bite the bullet and purchase the 1,000usd suspension overhaul from 2srus?

Im really only looking to spend 750usd if possable but i do realize that having a quality suspension that is reliable and fun will trump the 250-500 extra green backs.

Thanks for your help.

Ben · 11-27-2007, 09:28 PM

1) You can remove the struts as an assembly by hand, but you will need a spring compressor to remove the springs.

2) It all depends on the set up you want. What do you plan to use your 2 for?

Jaicvc · 11-27-2007, 11:08 PM

go ebay or craigslist for your suspension if your lucky enough u'll get one!!

MrRed2 · 11-28-2007, 06:34 AM

Well the idea with this 2 if for street mostly and the ocassional track. The track part is going to be far in the future because of the condition of the body.

Also is it practical to buy a spring compressor for my car? How much do they cost and where do i look?

Thanks in advance.

PearlJammzz · 11-28-2007, 08:43 AM

I think they are cheap, under 20 bucks. It's worth it if you work on a car at all. Most places like checker, autozone, etc. have ones for rent. Basically you purchase the tiem, then return it when you use it for the full amount you spent on it.

I'd recommend Koni yellow struts (Koni sport struts I believe is their official name) with some TRD springs. Should make for an agressive look and good handling, all while not making it a ****ty ride, prob. more comfy than stock.

11-27-2007, 09:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
MrRed2 No Skills Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 37 Thanks: 6 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	Suspension replacement As the title suggests im in need of a new suspension system. Few questions on this one. 1) Am I able to remove the shocks and springs from my mr2 by hand without tearing myself in half. 2) Do you guys suggest a spring kit and shocks sold sperately(if so please tell me what brands/link me up please). Or should I bite the bullet and purchase the 1,000usd suspension overhaul from 2srus? Im really only looking to spend 750usd if possable but i do realize that having a quality suspension that is reliable and fun will trump the 250-500 extra green backs. Thanks for your help.

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11-27-2007, 09:28 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ben Same In The End Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Oceanside, CA / Reno, NV Posts: 3,927 Thanks: 18 Thanked 276 Times in 258 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (11/100% )	1) You can remove the struts as an assembly by hand, but you will need a spring compressor to remove the springs. 2) It all depends on the set up you want. What do you plan to use your 2 for?

11-27-2007, 11:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jaicvc Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Frisco Posts: 783 Thanks: 1 Thanked 29 Times in 28 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	go ebay or craigslist for your suspension if your lucky enough u'll get one!!

11-28-2007, 06:34 AM	#4 (permalink)
MrRed2 No Skills Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 37 Thanks: 6 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	Well the idea with this 2 if for street mostly and the ocassional track. The track part is going to be far in the future because of the condition of the body. Also is it practical to buy a spring compressor for my car? How much do they cost and where do i look? Thanks in advance.

11-28-2007, 08:43 AM	#5 (permalink)
PearlJammzz Cage Fighter Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 2,140 Thanks: 9 Thanked 70 Times in 66 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (7/100% )	I think they are cheap, under 20 bucks. It's worth it if you work on a car at all. Most places like checker, autozone, etc. have ones for rent. Basically you purchase the tiem, then return it when you use it for the full amount you spent on it. I'd recommend Koni yellow struts (Koni sport struts I believe is their official name) with some TRD springs. Should make for an agressive look and good handling, all while not making it a ****ty ride, prob. more comfy than stock.