2002 Camaro Z/28 Suspension - Defying Gravity

The bottom of the strut can be loosened from the lower control arm.

The four upper strut mounts can be removed, two of which are torx.

After removing the spindle from the upper arm, the entire strut unit along with the upper control arm is ready for removal.

Once removed, take the entire strut assembly to your mechanic or friendly neighborhood auto parts store and have a professional install the new strut and spring. Spring compressing can be very dangerous and must be done with the proper equipment.

Set the upper control arm onto the top of the strut and check for fitment. Once you're sure you've got the correct strut for a give side, insert the strut top end first.

This was also our opportunity to install the SLP strut tower brace as the hardware is incorporated into the upper strut mounts.

At this point connect the upper arm to the spindle while also connecting the bottom of the strut to the lower control arm. It sounds like a handful, so grab a second set of hands.

With the front end mostly complete, take a moment to snug up the master cylinder and ABS unit.

The larger 1LE sway bar configuration uses all the OE hardware with the exception of larger inner diameter bushings, which are supplied.