How To: Swap Rear Suspension
This is a quick write up describing the rear suspension update I did for my 2003 Spyder. Basically, some years back when I owned a 2001 Spyder, I purchased a set of struts and...
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How To: Swap Front Suspension
This is a quick write up describing the front suspension update I did for my 2003 Spyder. Basically, some years back when I owned a 2001 Spyder, I purchased a set of struts and...
TTE Lowering Springs
Having recently fitted the TTE springs, I thought I’d share the experience and this article briefly describes the process I followed. Disclaimer: I and the club will not accept any responsibility if you follow...
87+ Tail Light Conversion – Rekeying the Lock
One of the big issues with moving to the 87+ tail lights is changing out the lock cylinder, as it is different as well. To enable you to use the same key as before,...
How To: Replace Rear Strut
Tools needed:
* Various sockets, wrenches, pliers & ratchet
* Cheater bar for those stubborn nuts & bolts
* Bench Vice
* Monkey wrench or large channel locks
* Dremel tool (maybe, see step 6)
* Spring insulators x2
* Bumpstops x2
How To: Replace Front Strut
Finally, started redoing the entire suspension in the car. I went ahead and removed the strut assemblies first, that way this writeup is more meaningful.
Tools needed:
* Various sockets, wrenches, pliers & ratchet
* Cheater bar for those stubborn nuts & bolts
* Spring compressor
* Bench Vice
* Monkey wrench or large channel locks
* Dremel tool (maybe, see step 4)