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okay ive read the DIY spring isntall a billion times and searched for common probloems burt cant find a thread on it

what are some common problems encountered when changing suspension?

i am going from stock to kyb agx / eibach sportline on my 05 sedan and going to do it friday first thing in the morning.
what part is soppose to be drilled to 16mm just wanna double check

 
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its only on the front shocks, and its the two holes where everything connects together, the knuckle, at the bottom of the front struts.

 
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k double chcked and they are 16mm

now... any common problems and solutions or tips?

edit: and how much do i cut the bumpstop?

 
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i suppose the biggest problems you'll have (assuming you're mechanically inclined) is getting holes to align so you can put bolts back in. other than that i would say it takes lots of time for your first install. have fun.

 
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Rusted nuts? And the famous tie rod.

 
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tie rod was pretty easy for me, i was all scared of yeah fcking it up, but i just used a rubber mallet and lightly taped it out. to me the one part that is crutial is having the absolute correct hex key. i ended up stripping one of the top part haha, but luckly it wasnt screwed up too bad. other than that...i'd say it was hard getting the strut back (which really wasnt that bad.) just that i was doing it solo and it got heavy..... :\

 
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i dont think ill have to worry about rusted bolts and stuff, my car's only been through one winter.
im not really a total beginner, i pretty much do everything else myself but this is the first time ever dropping a car.

does anyone know how much i have to cut my bumpstops?

 
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I cut mine to the lowest level. Basicaly - shaved off.

 
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I didn't cut mine at all - I knew I was going to have rubbing issues. I have yet to cut, I've had the springs installed for two weeks. I haven't noticed any detrimental effects, but I'm taking everything out and re-doing it, and I will be cutting the bumpstops in half at that time.

 
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drop fully done
rims on
sides and front lip also put on the same day thanks for everyone's help
ill post pics soon

17x7.5 rota subzero with 215/45/17 tires on eibach sportlines, 1.5 finger gap all around and no rubbing!