DIY lowering spring PSA (MRC)

locktyght · 01-08-2017, 01:11 PM

Be sure to pop the MRC sensor arms off on the rear of the car before dropping the control arm to remove the spring.

I now have 2 broken sensors, I watched Sledge's vid, and the Phastek video for installing lowering springs, and unless I missed it, it was not discussed. (I think Phastek was a non MRC car)

I have no clue what it is going to cost, or what the effects will be, as I am still putting it back together, but hopefully it prevents someone else from getting in a bind.

Side note: The E Brake line on the rear is a PITA to work around as well, even if you remove the 10mm bolt.

locktyght · 01-10-2017, 06:48 PM

Just to update, got new sensors overnight from thatgmpartsguy.com (great to work with btw), installed them, and the car has not kicked a code or DIC message, I took it out and hit a few roundabouts pretty hard, so I think she is back to healthy again!

Michigan1LTRS · 01-10-2017, 07:05 PM

That's great to hear. I'm sure your lesson will be a great help to many. And yes, GMpartsguy is a fantastic vendor.

sub_ETCS_ret · 01-10-2017, 08:51 PM

Pics!

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locktyght · 01-11-2017, 09:22 AM

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Pics!

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What do you want photos of? the broken sensors? or the location?

LibertyHill · 01-11-2017, 09:27 AM

How much were they?

locktyght · 01-11-2017, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by LibertyHill

How much were they?

28.xx each, with tax and overnight shipping it cost me around 70$

sub_ETCS_ret · 01-11-2017, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by locktyght

What do you want photos of? the broken sensors? or the location?

Of the lowered vehicle.

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locktyght · 01-11-2017, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by sub_ETCS_ret

Of the lowered vehicle.

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Only one I have right now.

sub_ETCS_ret · 01-11-2017, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by locktyght

Only one I have right now.

Looks good.

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Extreme Dimensions · 01-11-2017, 01:02 PM

ohh sorry to hear that man but glad that thatgmpartsguy was able to help hes awesome!

Obzen · 01-11-2017, 02:56 PM

From the title I was expecting to see you with a cutting torch and a set of stock springs.

Glad I was wrong. Haha. Good info.

locktyght · 01-11-2017, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Obzen

From the title I was expecting to see you with a cutting torch and a set of stock springs.

Glad I was wrong. Haha. Good info.

I've witnessed that done in my teenage years, rode like a bucking bull that car.

Norcalss1le · 07-20-2020, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by locktyght

Just to update, got new sensors overnight from thatgmpartsguy.com (great to work with btw), installed them, and the car has not kicked a code or DIC message, I took it out and hit a few roundabouts pretty hard, so I think she is back to healthy again!

Anyway i could get that part number? I broke one of them and need to order and replace. Also pretty easy to replace?

01-08-2017, 01:11 PM	#1
locktyght Drives: Summit White 2016 2SS Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Mont Belvieu Tx Posts: 712	DIY lowering spring PSA (MRC) Be sure to pop the MRC sensor arms off on the rear of the car before dropping the control arm to remove the spring. I now have 2 broken sensors, I watched Sledge's vid, and the Phastek video for installing lowering springs, and unless I missed it, it was not discussed. (I think Phastek was a non MRC car) I have no clue what it is going to cost, or what the effects will be, as I am still putting it back together, but hopefully it prevents someone else from getting in a bind. Side note: The E Brake line on the rear is a PITA to work around as well, even if you remove the 10mm bolt. __________________ 2015 1LE sold 2016 2SS sold

01-10-2017, 06:48 PM	#2
locktyght Drives: Summit White 2016 2SS Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Mont Belvieu Tx Posts: 712	Just to update, got new sensors overnight from thatgmpartsguy.com (great to work with btw), installed them, and the car has not kicked a code or DIC message, I took it out and hit a few roundabouts pretty hard, so I think she is back to healthy again! __________________ 2015 1LE sold 2016 2SS sold

01-10-2017, 07:05 PM	#3
Michigan1LTRS Blessed ❤️ Drives: 2017 1LT RS I4 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,577	That's great to hear. I'm sure your lesson will be a great help to many. And yes, GMpartsguy is a fantastic vendor. __________________ 2017 1LT RS I4 A8 BLACK ON BLACK Kindness and compassion #OthersFirst

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Extreme Dimensions Drives: 2016 1ss Camaro Join Date: May 2016 Location: Fullerton, CA Posts: 943	ohh sorry to hear that man but glad that thatgmpartsguy was able to help hes awesome! __________________ Andrew Bettridge Account Manager Extreme Dimensions 1-714-278-8000 EXT 17 andrew.bettridge@extremedimensions.com

01-11-2017, 02:56 PM	#12
Obzen Pull up Cougar! Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,875	From the title I was expecting to see you with a cutting torch and a set of stock springs. Glad I was wrong. Haha. Good info.

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