Shimming Your Rear Springs
- Apr 24, 2015
Time: 1 hour
Tools: standard socket set, standard wrenches
Cost: Fabrication costs will vary, but expect to pay around $20-$30 to have them made. If you purchase your own material ahead of time, factor in about another $10.
Tinware: A small plate of aluminum stock- 6061 aircraft alloy is the most common and the least expensive.
Tip: You can save some money by making the shims yourself if you have a wide assortment of hole saws or a knockout punch. They may not produce the cleanest results, but will work nonetheless.
Performance gains: none, just the peace of mind knowing your car is sitting level and straight