1979-2004 Ford Racing Mustang C-Springs Installation Guide
Here we are installing Ford Racing C-Springs on an 04 Mustang GT. I’ll be using a 2-post lift for easy explanations and visual clarity, but the same procedure goes for those using a jack and jack stands. Remember, after installation, it is important to get a front wheel alignment. Camber/Caster plates may not be necessary when installing FRPP C-Springs.
Tools needed:
• Jack and jack stands
• Good size hammer. A sledge is recommended.
• 3/8″ Ratchet
• Needle nose pliers
• Side cutting pliers
• Metric sockets sizes- 15mm deep, 18mm deep, 21mm and 24mm deep
• 12″ or longer pry bar
• Standard torque wrench with a foot/pounds setting.
Installation - FRONT SPRINGS:
1. In order to begin installing the front springs, you will first want to set the car up on the jack stands, by placing one under each pinch rail, just behind the fenders
2. Remove the tire and the wheel.
3. Next, remove the tie rod stud cotter pin, using needle nose or side cutting pliers.
4. Remove the nut, using 18mm deep socket or wrench, and strike the spindle at the “X” shown in picture, to remove stud from spindle. If stud turns with nut, try using a pry bar to apply pressure on the tie rod stud to remove the nut. An air impact wrench is another possible way of removing the nut.
5. Remove the sway bar link bolt, by removing the nut underneath the lower control arm.
6. Now place a jack under the lower control arm, just enough to where there is slight pressure holding the arm in place.
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