puma_man

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Does anyone know of a reputable shop near or around south San Jose that could do a coilover installation?
Also how much do those usually cost? I'm new to this
thanks

pope 06 2.5i

+1 for price.

1neWRX

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im not sure about san jose but GST and Speed Element are both pretty close by in the eastbay and would do a good job there

khizzle

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I went to Auto Innovations in Milpitas for my spring install, cost $180 for the installation + alignment. I would guess it would probably be around there for coilovers too. I'm not too sure though, you can always get a quote from them. www.autoinnovations.com

VRT MBasile

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if the coilovers are already assembled shouldn't it be less? Spring install involves taking apart the spring/strut assembly whereas installing an already pre-assembled coilover is just a matter of 2 bolts and 3 nuts at each corner (not including wheel removal).

xhengmanx

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i did my own n got a rip off alignment from autoinnovation.

khizzle

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I think the alignment costs more for coilovers than springs though, cause xhengmanx got quoted more for his alignment with coilovers

xhengmanx

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they charged 60 for spring alignment and 100 for coilover alighment for me even though they didnt bother to touch my coilovers and only adjusted the tierods

darkonion

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Coilover installation takes a little longer because you have to set the ride height. Unlike shocks and springs where there is "one" setting, coilovers have a variety of settings, mainly ride height.

dubyuHO4

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If you got the time, you could do it yourself along with a few members on here that are willing to help. Its pretty much easy but sometimes time consuming but its worth it and saves money bro. Install day??

WagonTale

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^^+2 for that, saves money and good learning experience

PikkaGTR

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I agree
springs are a bit harder than coilovers but can be done
+3 for DIY

mot

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install day!

Traxamillion

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installing coilovers is easyyyy. I did it on my 06 wrx in about 2hours. then i just went to les schwab and got it aligned for 50$

I have the BC BR racing coilovers.

danzigg

I need springs installed on my ride aswell... my apt does'nt have an adequate place to wrench, buuuuut I have pizza/beer money and plenty of time to chill & help!