King Springs on a TA22

**enexar** · 19-09-2006, 07:43 PM

hey guys, i was just wondering, would i require any other parts apart from the springs themselves when installing them? for example do i need new shocks or anything? or can the springs just go straight into the stock package? Thanks

**Dale** · 19-09-2006, 07:48 PM

Springs can just go straight in, new shocks wouldn't be a bad idea though, especially if they're on their way out.
Would pay to get a wheel alignment done afterwards too.

**jonra23** · 19-09-2006, 07:48 PM

If you are going standard hieght no issues at all.
If going lowered and stiffer the springs will not be captive meaning they may dislodge when at full drop, usualy not a problem but if you are concerned shorter stock strut inserts will fix it.

Would be a good idea to replace strut inserts at same time if they haven't been done in a while.

regards
jon

**roadsailing** · 19-09-2006, 07:51 PM

new shocks would be a good idea, usually it goes the other way around, your shocks are so shagged they need to be replaced, so you might as well stick kings in at the same time, just standard replacemment ones will be fine, and you will need a wheel alignment after.

put the springs and shocks in, drive the car for a week or few, then take it to get a wheel alignment, this lets the springs settle in, they will sag a bit.

edit: wow, thta was quick, and as far as i know, king will not sell you springs that won;t be captive, as they have legalities to look out for.

**enexar** · 19-09-2006, 07:57 PM

sweet. thanks for ur answers guys

**styler** · 20-09-2006, 11:15 AM

also change any boots, bushes, rubber mounts etc.. if they are deformed / torn / broken / worn when doing suspension as it easy whilst its all apart.

you may need spring compressors to change springs.