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Old Jun 10, 2010 | 02:36 PM
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Question Lowering springs - Tool needed?

I own a 2005 Mustang 4.0 and wanted to know if anyone has changed out there springs. I need to lower my stang about 1.5 inches and would like to do it myself.

I wanted to know if a special tool is needed in order to install the springs due to the tension.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!
Old Jun 10, 2010 | 05:23 PM
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spring compressor from autozone/napa or where ever
Old Jun 10, 2010 | 06:49 PM
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the rear springs need no special tools.. the fronts should only need a spring compressor..
Old Jun 10, 2010 | 08:34 PM
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Originally Posted by kevinmalec
I own a 2005 Mustang 4.0 and wanted to know if anyone has changed out there springs. I need to lower my stang about 1.5 inches and would like to do it myself.

I wanted to know if a special tool is needed in order to install the springs due to the tension.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!
Let me know when you do that Kevin I have a good idea of how to do it...
Old Jun 11, 2010 | 09:03 AM
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Thanks guys!

Eddie, I will let you know......it's gonna be a little while yet. ;-)
Old Jun 11, 2010 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by kevinmalec
Thanks guys!

Eddie, I will let you know......it's gonna be a little while yet. ;-)
I know what you mean man, were in the same boat.
Old Jun 11, 2010 | 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by 2005Redfire6
I know what you mean man, were in the same boat.
I ordered the Smoked tail light tint and 3rd brake light decal from American Muscle. I am planning on putting them on as soon as they arrive. Happy Father's Day to me!!
Old Jun 11, 2010 | 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by kevinmalec
I own a 2005 Mustang 4.0 and wanted to know if anyone has changed out there springs.

Thanks!
Nope, Its never been done around this Forum.
Maybe you can do a write-up on it
or use the TACO BILL search function...

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Old Jun 12, 2010 | 01:29 AM
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Originally Posted by 157dB
Nope, Its never been done around this Forum.
Maybe you can do a write-up on it
or use the TACO BILL search function...
Lol never fails.
Old Jun 12, 2010 | 09:35 AM
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Yep, darn newbies with their 'gotta have the
info the fastest and easiest way possable'
posts.

Cant see the trees because of the forrest.

TMI applies here.



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