thunderzy
05-14-2010, 01:25 PM
I just ordered the PTFB Competition suspension kit for my '79 firebird. I want to install it myself, but I'm a newbie mechanic. I spoke to Dave at PTFB, and he told me its straight bolt on install. He suggested I don't tighten the front bushings until I apply full load to each wheel. Thats the only tip he gave me. I believe have all the necessary tools, and the Chilton's repair manual.
Do any of you veteran mechanics have any tips, tricks, and or suggestions? Any write ups on this install? How badly can I screw this up? Would I be better off having it professionally installed? I bought this project car as a means to learn hands on auto mechanics. I am leaning towards doing it myself, unless I get talked out of it.
Do any of you veteran mechanics have any tips, tricks, and or suggestions? Any write ups on this install? How badly can I screw this up? Would I be better off having it professionally installed? I bought this project car as a means to learn hands on auto mechanics. I am leaning towards doing it myself, unless I get talked out of it.