HKS Adjustable Spring - Shop Install Time?

[VA90]

Anyone know how long a shop should take to install HKS Hipermax adjustable springs? A shop told me it was a full day, 8-hour job on account of the springs being adjustable. I was thinking more like ~3-4 hours like a normal set of springs. Thanks

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[PikkaGTR]

A shade tree backyard mechanic can do this install on jackstands on his back in under 3 hours

 

[xkenx1995]

Anyone know how long a shop should take to install HKS Hipermax adjustable springs? A shop told me it was a full day, 8-hour job on account of the springs being adjustable. I was thinking more like ~3-4 hours like a normal set of springs. Thanks

If they're taking you in by appointment, they might have a full house. Shop I've taken my car took me in, but they let me know the long lead time is due to their mechanics hopping back and forth on work orders.

 

[VA90]

If they're taking you in by appointment, they might have a full house. Shop I've taken my car took me in, but they let me know the long lead time is due to their mechanics hopping back and forth on work orders.

I thought about that and asked that question. No, they expect it will take several hours, not just 3-4.

 

[zrk]

I'm pretty sure 8 hours is the book on this.

 

[Evolution]

I would say a normal shop would take at least 4 hours if not familiar with the Supra. On top of that, these aren't normal lowering springs. Got to set ride height. I can guarantee it won't be perfect going off what the instructions say.

 

[Cptnslo]

Isn’t it mainly the rear install that’s a bitch on these lowering setups

 

[xkenx1995]

Isn’t it mainly the rear install that’s a bitch on these lowering setups

Pretty straight forward. I had trouble lining up the bolts with the LCA. If you ever see under my car dont ask why it looks so scuffed lol

 

[suicidaleggroll]

Isn’t it mainly the rear install that’s a bitch on these lowering setups

Nah the rear is super easy, much faster than the front. Especially with the HKS that requires removing the front strut and hammering off the spring seat.

Post-install adjustments are the other way around though, rear you have to pull off the car, front can be done while still installed. That said, since the rears are super easy to pop in and out it's not a big deal.

A full 8 hours is definitely on the high side IMO, but you really can't do the HKS in one shop session either. You need to give the springs time to settle before adjusting the ride height. They shifted quite a bit in the first 2 weeks for me. So call it 3 hours for the initial install, then another 2 hours for final adjustments a couple weeks later.

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