installed my new springs today. took about 3 1/2, maybe 4 hours. turned out to be simpler than i thought, but i didn't follow the service manuals directions on removal or install. no spring compressor for springs that small, but it wasn't even needed. very smooth and easy install. i'll give it about another week to settle, but so far i'm very happy. now i'm interested in getting the KONIs --

FYI --

fronts: took the top control arm right off the frame; remove long through-bolt and nut accessible from the engine compartment (see pic).

rears: removed the control arm bolt/nut at the rotor --