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Old 06-08-2015, 05:06 PM
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Risk Analysis Broken Rear Coils

New member but old owner of 2008 HHR.

Just had close to a grand’s worth of electrical repairs done. During inspection they found both rear coil springs are broken, probably related to towing a large, full trailer.

Would like to delay replacing them for about 30 days when I’m due to receive a good sized check, but not at expense of life or limb. Any substantial risk in not getting it done immediately?
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Old 06-08-2015, 06:43 PM
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You can buy new springs for under $100. Try RockAuto.com or eBay.

Easy to do just remove BOTH shocks, with the rear end up on jackstands, then pry the axle down enough.
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Old 06-08-2015, 07:02 PM
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And disconnect the clip holding the brake line!!!

half hour job.....if it's handled correctly.
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Old 06-08-2015, 09:04 PM
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Old 06-09-2015, 07:17 AM
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Welcome to the site! I would be more inclined to worry about what could happen to someone following you if one were to fall out in traffic.. Especially at speed! I have a stock pair from a 2007 LT that you can have for $40.00 if you pay the shipping :) I'm in the Fort Wayne area.
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Old 06-10-2015, 08:51 AM
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thanks I'll check them out

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Appreciate the additional heads up:
btw like your mantra. reminded me of Jethro Tull's Wounded, Old & Treacherous

Oldblue & Benjiwah:
Thanks for the "welcome aboard"
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