Spohn 241 - Manual

Spohn Performance
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Inc.
494 E Lincoln Ave Myerstown, PA 17067
1-888-365-6064 www.spohn.net
Part #241 – Tubular Rear Lower Control Arms - Poly Bushings
1959-1964 Chevrolet B-Body
USE OF THIS PRODUCT IS ACCEPTANCE OF SELLER’S DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY!
By their very nature, competition components are constantly pushed to their limits. While our components are designed
to withstand intense race conditions, it is impossible to control the quality of installation or the varying conditions in
which they are used. It is for this reason that absolutely no warranty or guarantee is either written or implied. Neither the
seller or the manufacturer will be liable for any loss, damage, or injury – direct or indirect – arising from the use of or
inability to determine the use of any product. Before using, the user should determine the suitability of the product for its
intended use, and the user shall assume all responsibility in connection therewith. Spohn Performance, Inc. makes no
guarantee as to the legality for any specific class. Spohn Performance, Inc. makes no claims, nor does it intend its
products to be used in street driven vehicles. Spohn Performance, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in design or
add to or improve on their product without incurring any obligation to install the same on product previously
manufactured. The Buyer agrees to indemnify and hold Spohn Performance, Inc. harmless from any claim, action or
demand arising out of or incident to the Buyer’s installation or use of products purchased from Spohn Performance, Inc.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. With the front wheels securely blocked, raise the rear of the car to an adequate working height, then
support the chassis securely with jack stands leaving the differential slightly supported with the jack. Place
the jack under the rear axle to support but do not lift.
On The Driver's Side:
2. Remove the screw retaining the brake line to the top of the stock rear lower control arm.
3. Unbolt the shock from the rear axle, and pull it clear of the mounting stud.
4. Remove the spring. Only a trained technician should attempt this. USE EXTREME CAUTION! The stock
springs are under a heavy stress load and can cause injury if removed improperly.
5. With the spring removed you may loosen and remove the hardware attaching the arms to the body and
axle. You may have to move the exhaust system to remove the bolt at the front of the arm.
6. The hardware at the rear of the arm is easily accessed and should be removed. Retain the stud for later
use. With all the hardware removed the stock arm should drop out of place.
7. Install the Spohn rear lower control arm into the mounting locations on the frame and axle. Use the
stock hardware and the original shock mount stud to secure our arm in place. Do not tighten the hardware
until both ends of the arm have been connected to the axle and frame.
8. Reinstall the spring. Only a trained technician should attempt this. Use the welded spring seat on the
Spohn arm to center and mount the spring.
9. Reattach the brake line to the top of the Spohn arm using the tapped hole on the top of the arm in
front of the spring seat. Use the supplied 1/4”-28 x 1/2” long flanged head bolt.
10. Fully tighten the front and rear mounting hardware. Go over all hardware and make sure everything is
fully tightened.
On The Passenger's Side
11. Repeat Steps 2-10 on the Passenger's side and then safely lower the car to the ground.
12. The poly bushings come pre-lubed. DO NOT use petroleum-based grease on your poly bushings! Poly
bushings must be lubricated with synthetic silicone based waterproof grease. These are the
manufacturer’s recommendations to prevent pre-mature bushing wear, and will keep things "squeak-
free". You can order this grease from Spohn Performance using our Part #902. Do not over grease the
bushings! You only need a couple pumps of grease. Over greasing will cause the bushings to balloon from
the hydraulic pressure inside of the sleeve and they will fail.
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