FABTECH FTS26060 Dirt Logic 2.5 Coilovers Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- FABTECH
Table of Contents
FABTECH FTS26060 Dirt Logic 2.5 Coilovers
PARTS LIST
| FTS26060| DIRT LOGIC 2.5 COILOVERS
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Qty| Part #| Description
2| FTS26023I| Instruction Sheet
1| FT825342D| Dirt Logic 2.5 Non Resi Driver
1| FT825342P| Dirt Logic 2.5 Non Resi Pass
1| FT70194| Hardware Kit
| FTS26063| DIRT LOGIC 2.5 COILOVERS
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Qty| Part #| Description
2| FTS26023I| Instruction Sheet
1| FT825332D| Dirt Logic 2.5 Non Resi Driver
1| FT825332P| Dirt Logic 2.5 Non Resi Pass
1| FT70194| Hardware Kit
| FTS26062| DIRT LOGIC 2.5 COILOVERS
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Qty| Part #| Description
2| FTS26023I| Instruction Sheet
1| FT825312D| Dirt Logic 2.5 Non Resi Driver
1| FT825312P| Dirt Logic 2.5 Non Resi Pass
1| FT70194| Hardware Kit
TOOL LIST
Required Tools (Not Included)
- Floor Jack
- Jack Stands
- Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets, and Allen wrenches
- Torque Wrench
- Barrel Sander
- Spanner Wrench (FTS98008)
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
For technical assistance call:
909-597-7800 or e-mail:
info@fabtechmotorsports.com
Read this before you begin installation –
Check all parts to the parts list above before beginning installation. If any
parts are missing contact Fabtech at
909-597-7800 and a replacement part
will be sent to you immediately.Read all instructions thoroughly from start to
finish before beginning the installation. If these instructions are not
properly followed severe frame, driveline and / or suspension damage may
occur. Check your local city and state laws prior to the installation of this
system for legality. Do not install if not legal in your area. Prior to the
installation of this suspension system perform a front end alignment and
record. Do not install this system if the vehicle alignment is not within
factory specifications. Check for frame and suspension damage prior to
installation. WARNING- Installation of this system will alter the center of
gravity of the vehicle and may increase roll over as compared to stock. Dirt
Logic Shocks are built to exacting standards and are properly tuned for you
vehicle in order to optimize your ride. Remember that each Dirt Logic Shock is
designed and built to both beautify and upgrade your vehicle so special care
should be taken when installing and cleaning your new Dirt Logic Shocks. This
Dirt Logic Shock is shipped pressurized with nitrogen. Pay careful attention
not to discharge this shock without proper tools and training. Do not use any
heavy degreaser or other acidic cleaner on any part of this shock. Be aware
that the coil has some amount of preload from the factory and should not be
removed without proper tools and training. Do not alter the finish of these
components (ex: chroming, zinc plating, or painting). Changing the finish can
cause structural fatigue of components.
INSTRUCTIONS
FRONT SUSPENSION
- Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the front end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE! Remove the front tires.
- Starting on the driver side of the vehicle, remove the front shock from the truck by removing the tie rod end and upper arm from the spindle. Use a floor jack to support the lower arm when removing the upper arm. Remove thethree nuts from the top of the shock and the bolt from the bottom. Remove the shock from the truck. SEE FIGURE 1.
- Locate Dirt Logic coilover P/N FT825341D with the sticker marked DRIVER.
- Slide coilover up into the upper shock mount with the offset position towards the rear of the truck. SEE FIGURES 2
- Line up the 4 holes on the upper mount and install the 4 bolts/washers provided in the hardware kit. SEE FIGURE 3
- Locate shock mount in lower control arm. SEE FIGURE 4
- Using a 1.5 inch barrel sand mount 2.2 inches away from the ball joint and 1.4 inches down on the front side of the mount. SEE FIGURE 5
- Place the lower rod end of the shock into the lower shock mount. Position the smaller spacer towards the front of the vehicle and the larger spacer towards the rear. This will offset the shock towards the front of the truck. SEE FIGURE 6
- Line up the hole of the lower arm and the rod end of the shock. Insert the supplied 5/8”-11 x 7.5” bolt, washers and nut. Torque to 179 ft lbs.
- Reinstall the upper arm, tie rod end and torque them to factory specifications. SEE FIGURES 7-8
- Repeat the procedures for the installation of the passenger side coilover.
- Recheck all bolts for proper torque.
- Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to wheel manufacturer’s specifications. Turn front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance. Note – Some oversized tires may require trimming of the front bumper & valance.
- Recheck all bolts for proper torque.
- Recheck brake hoses, ABS wires and suspension parts for proper tire clearance while turning tires fully left to right.
- Check the fluid in the front and rear differential and fill if needed with factory specification differential oil. Note
- some differentials may expel fluid after filling and driving. This can be normal in resetting the fluid level with the new position of the differential/s.
- Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete product registration card and mail to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.
- Have vehicle properly aligned to factory specs.
Vehicles that will receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs
and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as
required. RE-TORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY
THEREAFTER.
For technical assistance call:
909-597-7800
Product Warranty and Warnings
Fabtech provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original retail purchaser who owns the vehicle, on which the product was originally installed, for defects in workmanship and materials. The Limited Lifetime Warranty excludes the following Fabtech items; bushings, bump stops, ball joints, tie rod ends, limiting straps, cross shafts, Heim joints, and driveshafts. These parts are subject to wear and are not considered defective when worn. They are warranted for 60 days from the date of purchase for defects in workmanship. Dirt Logic and Performance Coilover take-apart shocks are considered serviceable shocks with a one-year warranty on leakage only. Service seal kits are available separately for future maintenance. All other shocks are covered under our Limited Lifetime Warranty. Fabtech does not warrant any product for finish, alterations, modifications and/or installation contrary to Fabtech’s instructions. Alterations to the finish of the parts including but not limited to painting, powder coating, plating, and/or welding will void all warranties. Some finish damage may occur to parts during shipping, which is considered normal and is not covered under warranty. Fabtech products are not designed nor intended to be installed on vehicles used in race applications or for racing purposes or for similar activities. (A “RACE” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles, or any contest of one or more vehicle against the clock, whether or not such contest is for a prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles, race vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial purposes. Also excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America.
Installation of most suspension products will raise the center of gravity of the vehicle and will cause the vehicle to handle differently than stock. It may increase the vehicle’s susceptibility to a rollover, on-road and off-road, at all speeds. Extreme care should be taken to operate the vehicle safely at all times to prevent rollover or loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. Fabtech front-end Desert Guards may impair the deployment or operation of vehicles equipped with supplemental restraining systems/air bag systems and should not be installed if the vehicle is equipped as so. Fabtech makes every effort to ensure the suspension product compatibility with all vehicles listed on the website, but due to unknown auto manufacturer’s production changes and/or inconstancies by the auto manufacturer, Fabtech cannot be responsible for 100% compatibility, including the fitment of tire and wheel sizes listed. The Tire and Wheel sizes listed on Infratech’s website are only a guideline for street driving with noted fender trimming. Fabtech is not responsible for damages to the vehicle’s body or tires. Fabtech is not responsible for premature wear of factory components due to the installation of oversized tires and wheels. Fabtech’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at the Fabtech option, of the defective product only. All costs of removal, installation or re-installation, freight charges, and incidental or consequential damages are expressly excluded from this warranty. Fabtech is not responsible for damages and/or warranty of other vehicle parts related or nonrelated to the installed Fabtech product. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty shall not apply to any product that has been subject to accident, negligence, alteration, abuse or misuse as determined by Fabtech. Fabtech suspension components must be installed as a complete system including shocks as shown on our website.
All warranties will become void if Fabtech parts are combined and/or substituted with other aftermarket suspension products. Combination and/or substitution of other aftermarket suspension parts may cause premature wear and/or product failure resulting in an accident causing injury or death. Fabtech does not warrant products not manufactured by Fabtech. Depending on the condition of the factory suspension components retained after the installation of a Fabtech suspension not all vehicles may have the same ride stance front to rear as described in the website. The blue color of suspension components shown in all Fabtech photographs are for display purposes only. The majority of all Fabtech components will be black specifically where noted with part numbers ending in BK. Installation of Fabtech products may void the vehicles factory warranty; it is the consumer’s responsibility to check with their local vehicle’s dealer for warranty disposition before the installation of the product. Some state laws may prohibit the modification of suspension to a vehicle in whole or in part.
It is the responsibility of the installer and consumer to consult local laws prior to the installation of any Fabtech suspension product to comply with such written laws.It is the responsibility of the distributor and/or the retailer to review all warranties and warnings of Fabtech products with the consumer prior to purchase. Fabtech reserves the right to super cede, discontinue, change the design, finish, part number and/or application of parts when deemed necessary without written notice. Fabtech is not responsible for misprints or typographical errors within the website or price sheet. For the most recent Product Warranty and Warnings visit our website www.fabtechmotorsports.com Instruction Sheet Part# – FT26060i
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