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Posted 5/7/2013 12:39 PM
Lbg500
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viking spring spacer install

How long should it take to do this and is it worth investing in some tools to do it my self or should I have an mb indie do it? Thanks
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Posted 5/7/2013 2:05 PM
koly
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RE: viking spring spacer install

Lbg500 - 5/7/2013 10:39 AM

How long should it take to do this and is it worth investing in some tools to do it my self or should I have an mb indie do it? Thanks

Depends how handy you are and how old the vehicle is (read: how much crud is on the nuts & bolts you need to remove)...

Some say a spring compressor isn't needed, but it was much easier to do with one. Local auto parts stores will let you rent or lend to you for free (I think Checker Auto gave me a free loaner).

Took me ~4 hrs with a buddy.

Recommend using some penetrating oil on the nuts/bolts for the week(s) running up to the job.
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Posted 5/7/2013 2:25 PM
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RE: viking spring spacer install

Lbg500 - 5/7/2013 12:39 PM

How long should it take to do this and is it worth investing in some tools to do it my self or should I have an mb indie do it? Thanks


Why not go into your My Profile and tell us the year and model of your G, as well as where you're located. That info will help us to help and get to know you better.
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Posted 5/7/2013 5:36 PM
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RE: viking spring spacer install

It took Deserstar approx. 15min each side to install new replacement coil springs (no spring compressor) on the rear axle - so, the spacer shouldn't take much more time.

Koly always invites his LR friends for BBQ and cold ones, it might take a bit longer then

Karl
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Posted 5/7/2013 8:58 PM
koly
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RE: viking spring spacer install

fernweh - 5/7/2013 3:36 PM

It took Deserstar approx. 15min each side to install new replacement coil springs (no spring compressor) on the rear axle - so, the spacer shouldn't take much more time.

Koly always invites his LR friends for BBQ and cold ones, it might take a bit longer then

Karl

Karl - Shhhh! You're supposed to keep that LR info on the "down-low"... (although they do work cheap [beer] and are usually giddy with delight to work on such a fine vehicle).

Back to the topic at hand - the rears were quite easy and relatively quick, although if I remember I did have to unbolt a "T" joint for the brake lines from the axle in order for the lines to have just enough play to fit the spacers and springs back in... YMMV.

We did stop for lunch during the install, and yes, I think a cold one (or two) may have been enjoyed during that time. I'm sure we could've improved my time without the refills.
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Posted 5/8/2013 11:53 AM
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Re: viking spring spacer install

Updated profile info. Sorry about that! I have a 2007 G500. I am an engineer so I like to think of myself as "handy". Seems like a project to do with some help either way. Are there any write ups on this? fourbyfourclub has the dealer version but I was wondering if some one posted a more user friendly version with real pictures and tips? I searched the DIY section but didn't see one. Thanks again
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Posted 5/8/2013 12:13 PM
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Do you guys with the spring spacers install longer brake lines or are they not needed?

How about if one disconnects the sway bar, need longer brake lines then?
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Posted 5/8/2013 12:14 PM
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Re: viking spring spacer install

Do you guys with the spring spacers install longer brake lines or are they not needed?

How about if one disconnects the sway bar, need longer brake lines then?
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Posted 5/8/2013 4:41 PM
koly
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Re: viking spring spacer install

drey - 5/8/2013 10:13 AM

Do you guys with the spring spacers install longer brake lines or are they not needed?

How about if one disconnects the sway bar, need longer brake lines then?

From every thing I've read, longer brake lines are not needed with any spring spacers 50mm and smaller...

Not sure if that's the case after sway bars are disconnected.

With your taller springs and slightly longer travel, I would think if you add spacers you'd probably have to extend the brake lines.

Related - my comment about having to unbolt the rear brake line "t" junction was for fitment purposed only. Re-bolted after installation and no other changes were needed.
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Posted 5/8/2013 6:22 PM
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Re: viking spring spacer install

Lbg500 - 5/8/2013 11:53  Are there any write ups on this? fourbyfourclub has the dealer version but I was wondering if some one posted a more user friendly version with real pictures and tips?
I know it is a shame, big shame...... Since I am the seller of my worlds famous Mercedes G class coil spring spacers and have sold more than 500 sets worldwide over the last three years...and my customers around the world have asked me hundreds times about a DIY writeup...maybe now I will have one made.
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Posted 4/24/2015 6:35 PM
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RE: viking spring spacer install

has anybody found instructions to install the spacers? scouring the internet to no avail.
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Posted 4/24/2015 11:26 PM
koly
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Thomas109 - 4/24/2015 4:35 PM

has anybody found instructions to install the spacers? scouring the internet to no avail. :cheers:

What questions do you have about the install? I'm sure you can get answers here...
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Posted 4/25/2015 1:47 AM
AlanMcR
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RE: viking spring spacer install

Ultimately, it is the shocks that determine the maximum droop of each wheel.  Unless you are changing the shocks you should be good to go.
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Posted 4/25/2015 11:31 AM
koly
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Thomas109 - 4/24/2015 4:35 PM

has anybody found instructions to install the spacers? scouring the internet to no avail. :cheers:

Installation is pretty similar to this quick video of spacers being installed on a Land Rover:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceujt6H2SrY
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Posted 4/26/2015 6:51 AM
Inkblotz
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Re: viking spring spacer install

I used one similar to this to replace my springs. Made project real easy.
http://www.harborfreight.com/single-action-strut-spring-compressor-...

Mark
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