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Installing a sport suspension on your Porsche Boxster can enhance handling and improve overall driving experience. This guide will walk you through the process step-by-step, ensuring you achieve optimal performance.
Tools and Materials Needed
- Socket set
- Wrench set
- Jack and jack stands
- Spring compressor
- Torque wrench
- New sport suspension kit
- Safety goggles
- Gloves
Preparation
Before starting the installation, ensure you have all tools and materials ready. Park your Porsche Boxster on a flat surface and engage the parking brake. Wear safety goggles and gloves to protect yourself during the process.
Step 1: Lift the Vehicle
Using a jack, lift the front of the vehicle and secure it with jack stands. Ensure the vehicle is stable before proceeding.
Step 2: Remove the Wheels
Loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels using a socket wrench. Once loosened, remove the lug nuts completely and take off the wheels. Set them aside in a safe place.
Removing the Stock Suspension
Step 3: Disconnect the Stock Struts
Locate the top strut mounts under the hood. Remove the bolts securing the struts to the mounts using a socket wrench. Then, detach the lower strut bolts from the control arms.
Step 4: Remove the Springs
Using a spring compressor, carefully compress the stock springs. Once compressed, remove the retaining nut at the top of the strut and carefully release the spring tension.
Step 5: Take Out the Old Struts
With the springs removed, you can now take out the old struts from the vehicle. Ensure all bolts are removed and set the old struts aside.
Installing the Sport Suspension
Step 6: Prepare the New Struts
Take your new sport struts and prepare them for installation. Ensure they are clean and free of any debris.
Step 7: Install New Springs
Place the new sport springs onto the new struts. Use the spring compressor to secure the springs in place, ensuring they are properly seated.
Step 8: Install the New Struts
Position the new struts into the mounting locations. Start by attaching the lower strut bolts to the control arms. Then, secure the top strut mounts with the bolts you previously removed.
Final Steps
Step 9: Reinstall the Wheels
Once the new suspension is installed, it’s time to put the wheels back on. Align the wheels with the hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts before lowering the vehicle.
Step 10: Lower the Vehicle
Carefully lower the vehicle back to the ground using the jack. Once it’s resting on the ground, use a torque wrench to tighten the lug nuts to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Testing the New Suspension
After installation, it’s crucial to test the new suspension. Take your Porsche Boxster for a short drive, paying attention to how it handles. Make adjustments if necessary.
Conclusion
Installing a sport suspension on your Porsche Boxster can significantly improve handling and performance. By following this step-by-step guide, you can ensure a successful installation and enjoy the enhanced driving experience.