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I used this process when I replaced my shocks.

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If I had to do it again I would try leaving that connected and remove the other end (where the rear camber is adjusted) and see if that would work.

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If I had to do it again I would try leaving that connected and remove the other end (where the rear camber is adjusted) and see if that would work.

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If I had to do it again I would try leaving that connected and remove the other end (where the rear camber is adjusted) and see if that would work.

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I used this process when I replaced my shocks.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Novice mechanic and relatively new Boxster owner - Replacing rear Bilstein adjustable coil overs in the rear tomorrow - Just wondering if anyone has any tips or suggestions before I dig in. A fellow Porsche owner has a hydraulic lift in his shop so that's a good start. Thanks Martin PS - Any suggestions on manuals or books on doing maintenance on a 2001 Boxster S?

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Exactly what I was looking for.

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I used this process when I replaced my shocks. It is a lot of work but in my opinion doable by a regular person and I am the proof Hardest part was removing the rear LCA ball joint from the wheel carrier. If I had to do it again I would try leaving that connected and remove the other end (where the rear camber is adjusted) and see if that would work.

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Go to this video and go about 5 minutes in, he shows how to do replace the rear struts, and doesn't break loose the two ball joints for the toe arm and the LCA. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFuERvwEt-I Note that an alignment is required after doing it this way, but if you are installing a lowering spring you need a new alignment anyway, and maybe even if installing a new strut onto your existing spring.

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