Spring Spacers - Do They Even Work? // Fiero Ep. 2

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  • Опубліковано 24 гру 2024

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  • @vwbug1975
    @vwbug1975 2 роки тому +22

    Use Shoe Goo silicone adhesive. When it's wet, it works to help the spacers slide into place. Then when it dries, it won't rattle. Best part is it cures to a rubber consistency, and can be pulled off with a little effort, leaving no damage to anything.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому +5

      That’s exactly what my cousin recommended to me after he watched this video. I have some in my cabinet now for the next project 👍

  • @kevinparchman4444
    @kevinparchman4444 2 роки тому +8

    A couple of things.....
    These are designed from the ground up for use with 2 spacers, not one. I'm thinking this had some type of impact on the ride quality.
    The Autocraft brand that I have say to install them at a 45 degree angle, not at 180 degrees. It looked like there was ample room for this on this particular vehicle.
    I noticed another poster said they are "supposed" to be turned two times to get to the correct level. Actually, according to the manufacturer, they are adjustable to give you 2 height options. The second level of height is not a requirement.

  • @leonardpowell1444
    @leonardpowell1444 7 місяців тому +1

    I once put wheels that didn't fit on my car then had to find makeshift ways of trying to avoid problems with the resulting interference. I thought I knew more than the automotive engineers. Good thing I didn't need to actually drive that car anywhere, since I was only 16. Now I am looking for ways to stiffen my suspension to overcome sagging from loading the vehicle on a stock wheel set. Thanks for the demo. I may try these.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  7 місяців тому

      They worked pretty well, if I were to do it again, I'd probably find the softer style to avoid the noise.

  • @KT-oz1gr
    @KT-oz1gr Рік тому +1

    I miss my Fiero! My first car! So many memories! 😊

  • @MadeUpUserNem
    @MadeUpUserNem Рік тому

    Im actually in love with the interior. Its very minimalistic. Nowadays everything is so over the top.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  Рік тому

      Absolutely! It’s very 80s which is awesome if you’re into that. I love the interior!

  • @ConkysGhost
    @ConkysGhost 2 роки тому +3

    My 87 Fiero GT has stock rims and tires. Been thinking about installing more up to date rims and rubber...

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому

      Stock rims definitely have an appeal, but I prefer more modern stuff.

  • @ruinedsubiesgarage
    @ruinedsubiesgarage Місяць тому

    Are these bad for the struts? Just bought some but hesitant to put them in since it would affect the spring rate?

  • @Theundisputedtruth
    @Theundisputedtruth 5 місяців тому

    I need these for lift on 22 inch rim , but still.want to do donuts , would you recommend? Probably will flip or fly out ?

  • @socorromartinez5853
    @socorromartinez5853 2 роки тому

    Did you re-drill the hub pattern to 5 X 114.5 from the stock 5 X100. Looking at the Scion TC rims they are listed as 5 X 114.5 ? I don't see any wheel adaptors.

  • @dthree9020
    @dthree9020 Рік тому

    If i want to remove these,do you replace the springs?

  • @HelloICyou
    @HelloICyou 8 місяців тому +1

    Have they ever fell off a lot of complaints of it falling off

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  8 місяців тому

      No, but I only had them on for a few months

    • @christianpowers267
      @christianpowers267 6 місяців тому

      I had 1 of my 4 pop out when I hit a pothole. I took one out of the opposite side to rebalance.

  • @GageClark-xc6je
    @GageClark-xc6je Рік тому +1

    If you would have put the second one in that would have eliminated the noise for you. I had the same thing going on and I put the other side in like it recommends and the noise of the metal on metal contact was gone.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  Рік тому

      Good to know! I tried, but just couldn’t get it to go in

    • @GageClark-xc6je
      @GageClark-xc6je Рік тому +2

      It was an absolute pain in the ass I basically got it as far away from the first one that I got in and then just beat it over with a rubber hammer and was able to get it to the other side that way

  • @hayneshvac2
    @hayneshvac2 2 роки тому +4

    I have used these many times in the past...they should not be loose...from what I could see, you only twisted them to the first stage...they are supposed to be twisted one more stage. If done properly they are extremely tight and quite hard to install, but very effective...and they will provide exactly 1" lift.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому +1

      I was able to get one in, nice and tight, two twists like you’re saying. I couldn’t get a second one in because of the how the suspension is set up. They worked great for the few months I used them. No issues at all.

  • @glenwoodcampbell2734
    @glenwoodcampbell2734 Рік тому +2

    I need to spread a 1964 Chevy truck coil. I'm gonna use them. Instead buy new spring s

  • @socorromartinez5853
    @socorromartinez5853 2 роки тому

    In order words... How you get the scions rims to fit without adaptors?

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому +3

      There are wheel adapters up front and the rear hubs have been replaced with the correct lug pattern.

    • @socorromartinez5853
      @socorromartinez5853 2 роки тому

      You wouldn't happen to have a parts number for the rear hubs?

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому +1

      @@socorromartinez5853 I have no idea. The previous owner is the one who installed them.

  • @NavyPanther54
    @NavyPanther54 2 роки тому +1

    Wheel and tire size? Thanks!

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому +1

      18” wheels from a Scion tC and 225/45/18 rear and 225/40/18 front

  • @futureairways5099
    @futureairways5099 Рік тому

    Nice classic car, always wanted one with the flip up lights so sick in all the 80s movies haha

  • @michaelmorris6575
    @michaelmorris6575 2 роки тому

    Good video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @RainVanzetti
    @RainVanzetti Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the idea! I’m having issues with the splash shield coming off and scraping the road Cos my 2017 Honda Fit is too low to the ground. Ordered rubber spacers off eBay and can’t wait to get them on!

  • @bndrmkpl
    @bndrmkpl 2 роки тому

    هل الكعكات افضل من الجلد لرفع جرند فيتارا وماهيا سلبيات واجابيات كلاً منهما

  • @josecantu4286
    @josecantu4286 Рік тому +1

    Those springs were heated before.

  • @greatcesarsghost
    @greatcesarsghost 2 роки тому +1

    Do u put boosters in middle or upper or lower points

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому

      I’m not sure if there’s a recommended place or not. Mine ended up just around the middle.

  • @TheDigitalslayer
    @TheDigitalslayer Рік тому

    Rubber spacers tend to reduce chance of movement and metal -to-metal sound.
    But… they don’t last as long.

  • @deleonsmicheladamix8815
    @deleonsmicheladamix8815 2 роки тому

    You only used one?

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому

      Yes. I just couldn't get the other one to go in.

  • @JW-AR54
    @JW-AR54 Рік тому +1

    Take a old heel off a boot or shoe and wedge it in there

    • @imaudm
      @imaudm Місяць тому

      And tie wrap it

  • @davidhorsley2136
    @davidhorsley2136 3 місяці тому

    You will notice the inside of your treads wearing out quickly and over time your alignment will get worse and worse.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  3 місяці тому

      It was just a short term solution. Only used them for a few months before replacing the springs

  • @annettedavis9821
    @annettedavis9821 2 роки тому

    Do installing those spacers mess up your springs. ?

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому

      Not mine, they were perfectly fine. I’m pretty sure the spacers are a softer metal than the springs.

  • @dylano7242
    @dylano7242 Рік тому +1

    Its cheaper and safer to put in air lift shock helper . They cost $100-200. or old trick put in small rubber football between the coil spring , fill with air and tire anti leak sealant protector

  • @squatteam9366
    @squatteam9366 2 роки тому +1

    “Don’t be this Guy “ 🤦‍♂️gots to be more careful

  • @squatteam9366
    @squatteam9366 2 роки тому

    It looks better with the blocks

  • @fierokd4146
    @fierokd4146 2 роки тому

    what rims you got?

  • @chrish6373
    @chrish6373 2 роки тому

    The noise would drive me bonkers. Thanks for a great video.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  2 роки тому

      The noise wasn’t great, but the car isn’t exactly quiet anyway 😂

  • @russellgilbert3453
    @russellgilbert3453 2 роки тому

    I like this. 👍

  • @FixItYerself
    @FixItYerself Рік тому +1

    for only 10 bucks you can Crack my windshield when it falls out? fantastic! lol

  • @richardtomasetti9766
    @richardtomasetti9766 7 днів тому

    I cant believe someone would use this spacer. Why wouldnt you just replace the springs. This quick fix is obsurd

  • @hwyy9046
    @hwyy9046 10 місяців тому

    THey were installed wrong.

    • @BroBuildsGarage
      @BroBuildsGarage  10 місяців тому

      How so?

    • @hwyy9046
      @hwyy9046 10 місяців тому +2

      You needed to do one more time to twist them all the way in and sit flush on the flat part of the booster. 4 in total two on each coil spring. The ones that you wrench on are a little easier to use but take a little finesse to get then into the coil spring sometimes @@BroBuildsGarage

  • @AmisCorolla
    @AmisCorolla 2 роки тому

    What is this shit box? ferrari? lol. guy you need just longer bump stops. you can add ice hockey in the bottom of the spring where bump stop hits.