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09-22-2011, 08:29 PM
#4727
so this maybe somewhat of a stupid question but I don't hear anyone ever mention valve stems....I am putting my blistiens struts and progress springs on and while letting the blood flow back into my arms after settling the rear I though....those valve stems would look like **** on a new set of gun metal f14's.....so I found these
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tchlink:top:en
am I being ****
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tchlink:top:en
am I being ****
09-22-2011, 09:10 PM
#4728
Are you asking if they'll work or if you should bother getting different stems?
My volks came with some metal valve stems, which was a nice little extra. I'd say it might be worth it if you're already investing a fair amount into the wheels themselves. Kind of like finishing the look. It really comes down to taste though... it's such a minor thing that some people wouldn't care to spend the money but others would. If it bugs you, do it before it's too late to change your mind.
My volks came with some metal valve stems, which was a nice little extra. I'd say it might be worth it if you're already investing a fair amount into the wheels themselves. Kind of like finishing the look. It really comes down to taste though... it's such a minor thing that some people wouldn't care to spend the money but others would. If it bugs you, do it before it's too late to change your mind.
09-22-2011, 10:31 PM
#4729
Are you asking if they'll work or if you should bother getting different stems?
My volks came with some metal valve stems, which was a nice little extra. I'd say it might be worth it if you're already investing a fair amount into the wheels themselves. Kind of like finishing the look. It really comes down to taste though... it's such a minor thing that some people wouldn't care to spend the money but others would. If it bugs you, do it before it's too late to change your mind.
My volks came with some metal valve stems, which was a nice little extra. I'd say it might be worth it if you're already investing a fair amount into the wheels themselves. Kind of like finishing the look. It really comes down to taste though... it's such a minor thing that some people wouldn't care to spend the money but others would. If it bugs you, do it before it's too late to change your mind.
and just cause I am pissed....WTF is up with my front suspension...all I wanna do it change the coilover which should be VERY simple....I just speny an hour trying to releive tension on the lower arm so I could get the lower strut bolt out and prior to that the tension in the arm poped out the lower ball joint...grrr
I am going to do some searching but if any of you have expierenced this tell me what my dumb *** is doing wrong. (and yes my wife and I both pushed down on it)
the rears took me like an hour.
Last edited by houstonrx8er; 09-22-2011 at 10:37 PM.
09-22-2011, 10:41 PM
#4730
SARX Legend
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more of the bother, I think the "aluminum" ones would be an eyesore.
and just cause I am pissed....WTF is up with my front suspension...all I wanna do it change the coilover which should be VERY simple....I just spend an hour trying to releive tension on the lower arm so I could get the lower strut bolt out and prior to that the tension in the arm poped out the lower ball joint...grrr
I am going to do some searching but if any of you have expierenced this tell me what my dumb *** is doing wrong. (and yes my wife and I both pushed down on it)
the rears took me like an hour.
and just cause I am pissed....WTF is up with my front suspension...all I wanna do it change the coilover which should be VERY simple....I just spend an hour trying to releive tension on the lower arm so I could get the lower strut bolt out and prior to that the tension in the arm poped out the lower ball joint...grrr
I am going to do some searching but if any of you have expierenced this tell me what my dumb *** is doing wrong. (and yes my wife and I both pushed down on it)
the rears took me like an hour.
The fronts are the easiest. You just remove the top bolts and lower bolt, the A arms bolts, and pull the bottom of the shocks towards you. Once you pull the A arm away from the chassis to get the shock assembly out you may need an extra pair of hands. Use a large zip tie to keep the A arm and hub assembly from hanging on the abs wire and brake line. The bolts may need a tap from a hammer to bang out. Spray all the bolts with a lubricant before reinstalling them.
09-22-2011, 10:55 PM
#4731
The fronts are the easiest. You just remove the top bolts and lower bolt, the A arms bolts, and pull the bottom of the shocks towards you. Once you pull the A arm away from the chassis to get the shock assembly out you may need an extra pair of hands. Use a large zip tie to keep the A arm and hub assembly from hanging on the abs wire and brake line. The bolts may need a tap from a hammer to bang out. Spray all the bolts with a lubricant before reinstalling them.
: )looks like a load of fun...I just wanted to change coilovers
09-22-2011, 11:02 PM
#4732
SARX Legend
iTrader: (46)
that's what I thought, now that I am in there it appears the lower ball joint is shot, the boot is torn and the plastic "bushing" or what ever it is, is totally mangled. that allowed the lower arm to separate from the assembly and the tension was holding everything together (I saved the ABS though ": )
looks like a load of fun...I just wanted to change coilovers
: )looks like a load of fun...I just wanted to change coilovers
You should have come by and did it here. I hurt my back but i could have supervised
Check NAPA for ball joints. They carry MOOG parts and the main warehouse is here in SA.
09-22-2011, 11:05 PM
#4734
so does the ball joint have to be pressed into the lower arm? basically should I take the hole hub assembly off to do it?
09-22-2011, 11:12 PM
#4737
SARX Legend
iTrader: (46)
I have never heard of that recall but that is good. A recall has to be fixed for free. Worth a try.
But a lower control arm is about $100 used. Call www.partsgroup.com, www.mazmart.com, or http://www.revvinsevens.com/ (in texas).
Last edited by 9krpmrx8; 09-22-2011 at 11:19 PM.
09-22-2011, 11:16 PM
#4738
I have never heard of that recall but that is good. A recall has to be fixed for free. Worth a try.
But a lower control arm is about $100 used. Call www.partgroup.com, www.mazmart.com, or www.revvinsevens.com (in texas).
But a lower control arm is about $100 used. Call www.partgroup.com, www.mazmart.com, or www.revvinsevens.com (in texas).
09-22-2011, 11:18 PM
#4739
Im guessing this one....I am not sure how I would get it to the dealer (or would they tow it maybe...guess I will call in the morning. the next question...why the hell wasnt this taken care of the 100's of times the car as sat at the dealer during the 2 engine swaps...bastards
http://www.mazmart.com/ItemDetail.aspx?id=267
might as well go do the right side see what happens there!
http://www.mazmart.com/ItemDetail.aspx?id=267
might as well go do the right side see what happens there!
09-23-2011, 01:00 AM
#4743
I don't hear anyone ever mention valve stems....
Dude just do yourself a favor and go pick up the used one and get that nice car of yours back on the road.
On another note.... things are looking rocky with the job again. The government is messing with the slot/position.
09-23-2011, 07:10 AM
#4744
That would be because most of us use the OEM tpms that comes with valve stems. They have never failed me are matt black and un obtrusive.
Duh, never thought of the TPMS....thanks
Dude just do yourself a favor and go pick up the used one and get that nice car of yours back on the road.
I am going to call mazda this morning, see a) turnaround time and b) how much the one at complete auto is.
I am not sure I want a used one with a 100k miles on it, of course how used is the one from mazmart its description say excellent but what does that "really" mean....lol
On another note.... things are looking rocky with the job again. The government is messing with the slot/position.
Duh, never thought of the TPMS....thanks
Dude just do yourself a favor and go pick up the used one and get that nice car of yours back on the road.
I am going to call mazda this morning, see a) turnaround time and b) how much the one at complete auto is.
I am not sure I want a used one with a 100k miles on it, of course how used is the one from mazmart its description say excellent but what does that "really" mean....lol
On another note.... things are looking rocky with the job again. The government is messing with the slot/position.
09-23-2011, 08:43 AM
#4746
Complete forgeign auto didnt have an arm, scott do you know something they dont
guess I will order one from mazmart...might as well take the nose off and do the sway bar while I wait
