ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
REAR COIL-OVER SPRING CONVERSION KIT FOR
FOR 1984 - 1988 FIERO
REVISION 1

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SHOULD ONLY BE INSTALLED BY SOMEONE
EXPERIENCED AND COMPETENT IN THE INSTALLATION
AND MAINTENANCE OF COIL SPRING SUSPENSIONS
READ ALL WARNINGS

WARNING
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PERSON SELECTING OR INSTALLING ANY SUSPENSION COMPONENT OR KIT TO DETERMINE THE
SUITABILITY OF THE COMPONENT OR KIT FOR THAT PARTICULAR APPLICATION. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HOW TO SAFELY USE THIS
SUSPENSION COMPONENT OR KIT, YOU SHOULD NOT INSTALL OR USE IT. DO NOT ASSUME ANYTHING. IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR MAINTAINED PARTS ARE DANGEROUS. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, GET HELP OR RETURN THE PRODUCT. YOU MAY OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT BY CALLING FIEROADDICTION AT (610) 928-3482, OR VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT WWW.FIEROADDICTION.COM.
USE OF FIEROADDICTION'S TECHNICAL SUPPORT DOES NOT GUARANTEE PROPER INSTALLATION. YOU, OR THE PERSON WHO DOES THE INSTALLATION MUST KNOW HOW TO PROPERLY USE THIS PRODUCT. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE OVER THE PHONE TO UNDERSTAND OR FORESEE ALL THE ISSUES THAT MIGHT ARISE IN YOUR INSTALLATION. SUSPENSION COMPONENTS MUST BE MAINTAINED AND SHOULD BE CHECKED REGULARLY FOR FATIGUE, DAMAGE, AND WEAR.

Important Notice - Read This First

Before any tear-down or disassembly begins, review the following information:

• A substantial amount of modifications are required to the struts. These include removing the stock lower spring perch and reducing the diameter of the strut "cap". Keep in mind that this may require a substantial amount of time.
  
• This kit will result in different than stock spring-to-tire clearance, inspect the installation to verify that there is adequate clearance with the
  wheels/tires before operating the vehicle.
  
• It is the responsibility of the purchaser and installer of this kit to verify suitability / fitment of all components
  and ensure all fasteners and hardware achieve complete and proper engagement. Improper or inadequate
  engagement can lead to component failure.

General Information and Disassembly Instructions

General Information
Installation of this kit should ONLY be performed by persons experienced in the installation of suspension systems.
Before assembling the coil-over conversion kit, double check the following items to ensure a trouble-free installation.

• Make sure this is the correct kit to match the model year of the Fiero it is being installed on. Pay special attention to the bolt spacing on the upper strut hats.
  
• Inspect the package contents against the parts list to ensure that all components and hardware are included
• Using only new struts is recommended, therefore strut disassembly will not be covered by these instructions.

Strut Modifications

WARNING
STRUTS MAY CONTAIN GAS OR OIL UNDER PRESSURE. EXTREME CARE MUST BE USED WHEN MAKING ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THE STRUT. IF THE STRUT IS OVERHEATED OR PUNCTURED IT MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION. IF YOU ARE UNSURE HOW TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATIONS SAFELY, STOP AND GET HELP.

These modifications should be performed by a qualified machinist.

• Using a lathe, cut the weld between the spring perch and the strut body. Also reduce the diameter of the top cap or gland nut to match the main body diameter if needed. Some struts will not need this modification, depending on manufacturer. If a lathe is not available, these modifications can be done using a grinder. Use care to avoid cutting or grinding into the strut body.

• Cut the spring perch into two pieces and remove it from the strut. Remove any remaining weld that protrudes from the strut body.

• Clean and paint the strut if desired.

Assembly Instructions

• Position an O-ring on the strut in the approximate positioion shown.

• Slide the threaded collar over the strut and roll it over the O-ring. The collar should seat firmly against the lower mount of the strut. The O-ring will roll between the collar and the strut and prevent unwanted movement and noise.
  • NOTE: Threaded collars need to be bored oversize to fit Koni struts. This can be done by Fiero Addiction free of charge if specified when ordering.

• Seal the top of the collar with RTV or similar sealant to prevent dirt and moisture from entering between the two parts.

• Slide a washer and the lower bushing onto the strut end as shown.

• Attach the top hat to the coil spring using the provided nylon ties. This step will prevent the springs from becoming unseated when the car is raised off the ground.
• NOTE: Top hat shape may be different than shown depending on application.

• Install the spring/top hat assembly over the strut. Push the top hat onto the bushing until the bushing is fully seated in the hat. It may help to wobble the hat from side to side while putting downward pressure on it. A nut and washer can also be used along with a pry bar on top to seat the bushing. You just need to get it on far enough so the top bushing, washer, and nut can be installed.

• Install the upper bushing, washer, and nut. Tighten the nut just enough to begin to compress the bushings.

• The complete strut assembly should be installed in the car following the standard replacement procedure as outlined in the service manual for the car. The upper and lower stiffener plates should be re-used where the top hat bolts to the chassis.