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LCAs and Panhard Rod Install

Old Feb 7, 2003 | 04:27 PM
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Thumbs up LCAs and Panhard Rod Install

Hey Guys,

I'm going to be installing my new BMR LCAs, Relocation Brackets and Panhard Rod.

A couple of questions:

When I jack the car up and put it on stands, do I need to let the rear axle hang? Or do I put it on the jacks?

Also, is there any special tricks I need to know about doing this particular job?

As always...Thanks, in advance!!!

Ernie

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Old Feb 7, 2003 | 04:40 PM
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I let my axle droop and install one piece at a time. Just something about the thought of supporting the weight of the vehicle from a suspension I'll be removing pieces from that scares me

The instructions tell you to do so, don't they?
Old Feb 7, 2003 | 04:49 PM
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When I put my LCAs on I let the axle hang and then put the jack under it and pushed it up until the holes lined up. Made the job easy as pie!
Old Feb 7, 2003 | 06:38 PM
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Originally posted by Buttercup
The instructions tell you to do so, don't they?
They got delivered today, but I haven't been home to open the boxes yet...

Originally posted by KCFormula
When I put my LCAs on I let the axle hang and then put the jack under it and pushed it up until the holes lined up. Made the job easy as pie!
That sounds like good advice. Thanks!

E
Old Feb 7, 2003 | 08:20 PM
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Quick note: don't tighten down the lcas or panhard rod with the axle hanging, you can put them on with the axle hanging but you need to have the rear suspension loaded before you tighten the bolts down.
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