Tools & consumables (minimum)
- Floor jack (2‑ton+), 2–4 rated jack stands, wheel chocks
- Axle/ball joint support jack (small bottle jack or transmission jack)
- Spring compressor(s) rated for your spring size (coil springs)
- Socket & wrench set (metric & imperial), breaker bar, extensions
- Torque wrench (0–200 ft·lb), impact gun optional
- Screwdrivers, pry bars, hammer, mallet
- Punches, wire brush, penetrating oil (PB Blaster), anti‑seize
- C‑clamps, zip ties, bungee cords
- Torque angle gauge (if required), thread locker (medium strength)
- Replacement U‑bolts, nuts, washers (for leaf springs), new shock absorbers (shorter or adjustable), new bump stops, sway bar endlinks or extended brackets, brake line extensions or relocation brackets, new bushings if worn
- Safety gear: gloves, safety glasses, steel‑toe boots

Safety precautions (non‑negotiable)
- Perform work on level, hard surface. Chock wheels and use parking brake.
- Use jack stands rated for the vehicle weight under manufacturer‑specified lift points — never rely on the floor jack.
- When compressing springs, use correctly rated spring compressors and follow the compressor manufacturer’s instructions. Keep body parts clear of stored energy points.
- Support axle/hub assembly with a second jack before removing suspension fasteners to prevent sudden drop.
- Replace any visibly rusted or damaged fasteners; do not reuse stretched U‑bolts.
- After installation, get a professional wheel alignment before driving at speed.

Before you begin
- Read the vehicle service manual for lift points, torque specs, and any model‑specific warnings.
- Measure current ride height and note alignment specs/driveability issues to compare after.
- Buy the correct lowering kit for your vehicle. “Perkins 3.152” is an engine; lowering kits are vehicle‑specific (chassis/suspension). Ensure the kit is for your chassis and suspension type.

Overview of common lowering methods
- Front coil springs: replace stock springs with drop/shorter springs or use drop spindles; alternately use adjustable coilovers.
- Rear leaf springs: install lowering blocks between axle and shackles, or flip/relocate spring hanger, or use shorter leaf packs.
- Torsion bars: use torsion bar keys to lower.
- Do not cut springs to lower — unsafe and unpredictable.

Step‑by‑step: Front coil spring replacement (typical)
1. Prep: chock rear wheels, loosen front wheel lug nuts slightly. Raise vehicle using floor jack at front lift point. Place jack stands under approved points; lower onto stands. Remove front wheels.
2. Support hub/axle: place second jack under lower control arm or hub to support weight and allow articulation.
3. Disconnect: remove sway bar endlinks (or disconnect at control arm), disconnect brake caliper and hang with wire (do not let hang by hose), remove ABS sensor if necessary, remove tie rod end or separate ball joint if required by your design.
4. Remove shock absorber if it blocks spring removal (support with jack).
5. Compress spring: install coil spring compressor across the spring per tool instructions. Compress until spring tension is relieved from upper perch.
6. Remove upper mount/retainer and lower the spring out carefully. Remove compressor only once spring is seated in new spring or coilover.
7. Fit new drop springs or coilovers: if springs, lubricate perches, fit spring into cups with correct orientation. Use compressor to compress if necessary and seat upper mount. Reinstall top mount hardware; torque to spec.
8. Reinstall shock (if new shorter shock included, install it), reconnect sway bar, tie rod, caliper, ABS sensor. Torque all fasteners to factory specs.
9. Refit wheel, lower vehicle, torque lug nuts to spec. Repeat other side.

Step‑by‑step: Rear leaf spring lowering block installation (typical)
1. Prep: measure ride height, chock front wheels, loosen rear lug nuts. Raise rear of vehicle at axle center and support on jack stands under axle housing or frame per manual. Remove wheels.
2. Support spring/axle: put the floor jack under the axle housing to support it.
3. Remove U‑bolts: loosen and remove U‑bolts holding the axle to the leaf pack. Lower axle slightly with the jack so there’s clearance to insert the lowering block.
4. Install lowering block: position the block between the spring perch and axle pad. Ensure block orientation is correct: wide face toward spring pad and tapered orientation per kit. Raise axle onto block and align center pins/dowels.
5. Replace U‑bolts: always use new U‑bolts sized for block height. Tighten finger tight initially, then torque to spec in a crisscross pattern with vehicle on the ground (or per kit instructions).
6. Check clearances: ensure brake lines, ABS sensor wires, shocks do not bind. You may need longer shocks, longer brake lines, or relocation brackets — install as required.
7. Reinstall wheels, lower vehicle to ground, torque lug nuts, then torque U‑bolts to final spec.

How the tools are used (practical notes)
- Spring compressor: mount securely on opposite coils, tighten slowly and evenly bringing spring down until top relieves. Never use two different types on the same spring; inspect compressor threads before use.
- Floor jack + stands: jack the designated lift point and place stands under strong structural points. Never crawl under a vehicle supported only by a jack.
- Torque wrench: use the wrench to tighten to manufacturer torque values. If you don’t have exact values, follow the kit instructions and then have a shop verify critical fasteners.
- Punch/hammer and penetrating oil: apply to rusted bolts to free them. Use heat only when safe—avoid torches near fuel lines or wiring.
- Impact gun: speeds work but final torque must be set with calibrated torque wrench.

Replacement parts commonly required
- New shock absorbers (shorter or ride‑height matched)
- New U‑bolts, nuts, washers
- New bushings for eye mounts or hangers if worn
- Brake line extensions or relocation brackets if lines are tight
- New sway bar endlinks or links with adjustable length
- New bump stops/limit straps to prevent bottoming
- New spring packs or drop springs; do not cut old springs

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
- Reusing stretched U‑bolts — leads to clamping failure. Always replace.
- Not addressing shock length — stock shocks may bind at new geometry; fit shocks rated for lowered ride.
- Failing to check brake line/ABS slack — can cause rupture. Fit longer lines or relocate brackets.
- Improper block orientation — can cause axle to shift or roll. Align dowels and center plates.
- Overcompressing spring with unsafe compressors — use proper tools and follow instructions.
- Neglecting alignment — lowered vehicle must have front/rear alignment and caster/camber adjusted.
- Cutting coil springs — unsafe; do not do this.
- Ignoring bump stops — shortened travel can damage suspension quickly; install correct stops.

Post‑installation checklist
- Torque all suspension fasteners to factory or kit specs.
- Ensure brake lines, ABS wires clear full suspension travel.
- Check wheel clearance at full lock and full bump.
- Road test at low speed checking for noises, wander, rubbing.
- Get professional alignment immediately.

Notes specific to “Perkins 3.152”
- The Perkins 3.152 is an engine; suspension modifications depend on the vehicle chassis carrying that engine. Use a lowering kit designed for your vehicle’s year/model, not the engine model. Ensure any engine mounts, piping, wiring, or exhaust components are not stressed by the changed ride height or altered engine position.

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