Lowering Springs

VibeGT_2003 · Post by **VibeGT_2003** » Sun Mar 09, 2003 3:23 pm

Looking for springs any suggestions (too much space between tire and wheel well) gotta go!

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Sun Mar 09, 2003 11:43 pm

I purchased ptuning progress springs. THey say they lower the car by 2.2 all around

VibeGT_2003 · Post by **VibeGT_2003** » Mon Mar 10, 2003 3:00 am

got pics with it lowered?

Lorin · Post by **Lorin** » Mon Mar 10, 2003 7:55 am

check matrixvibe.net - some of their sponsors are running specials on TRD spring kits.

mistamatrix · Post by **mistamatrix** » Mon Mar 10, 2003 12:01 pm

First, ask yourself, "How low am I willing to go?"Cuz different manufactureres drop different heights.

VibeGT_2003 · Post by **VibeGT_2003** » Mon Mar 10, 2003 2:34 pm

i plan on keeping stock 16" wheels and want to make sure nothing rubs.I am leaning towards the ones sold at pttuning but somebody said that will be too slammed?I need help!

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Tue Mar 11, 2003 2:12 am

My Pttuning lowering springs go one tomorrow. I have a before pic on here, i will post my after pic on thursday monring.

VibeGT_2003 · Post by **VibeGT_2003** » Tue Mar 11, 2003 3:01 am

I will be patient and wait for picture.Thanks

Lorin · Post by **Lorin** » Tue Mar 11, 2003 10:08 am

Springs are a relatively low cost mod for the parts, but the installation is what scares me off. Gotta have the right tools or it can be dangerous. Paying someone else would take it out of the "practical" range for me and ruin all the fun. I'm also concerned about the ride tradeoff and SNOW clearance - an important factor in PA!But....I like the way the lowered cars look!

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Tue Mar 11, 2003 12:51 pm

I was lucky, a friend owns a suspensiona nd brake shop and is only chargin me $180. I dont think thats bad????

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Wed Mar 12, 2003 9:05 am

Ok soooo its lowered, AND LOOKS GREAT. I love the way it came out. DOesnt look slammed, but it looks noticeable. Pic (before and after) to be published tomorrow.

Rico Rose · Post by **Rico Rose** » Thu Mar 13, 2003 8:35 am

I have been thinking of lowering my Vibe, but am worried about the camber on the rear wheels. They already tip in slightly on the top. Will lowering the suspension exagerate this even more? It can effect the wear on the tires.

VibeGT_2003 · Post by **VibeGT_2003** » Fri Mar 14, 2003 2:10 am

WHERE ARE THE PICS???????????????????????????????????????????

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 3:57 am

here they are

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satur9 · Post by **satur9** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 5:35 am

damn that is a nice drop!did you get it align when you istalled them if so what are the specs. im planning on skunk2 coilovers for adjustabilty.but if i were getting just springs id get those.did they come with new bumptops or did you cut your old ones.hows the ride and handling?

VibeGT_2003 · Post by **VibeGT_2003** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 5:50 am

Looks great,but..................hows the ride be honest!SHARP VIBE!

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 7:23 am

handling is great feels more stable - less dipping on hard stops. Love it..........

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 7:23 am

Had a friemd with a suspension shop do it all.......Was less expensive that way

MadBill · Post by **MadBill** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 10:22 am

If you're still shopping, these guys have a bunch of different brands/drops listed:http://www.optauto.com/webstore/product ... &dept=1680(I've got a set of Tein S s, but they're still in the box...)

abyss gt · Post by **abyss gt** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 10:25 am

How does it feel when you go over small road imperfections? I find my GT a bit harsh already and I'm afraid lowering will make it much worst. I'd enjoy better handling but wouldn't stand a rough everyday ride.Please comment

MadBill · Post by **MadBill** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 10:26 am

The rear camber shouldn't change; all Vibes but the AWD have a "twist axle" at the rear, the camber doesn't change with suspension travel on this system. (But can anyone comment on the effects of say a 2" drop on front alignment?)

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Mon Mar 17, 2003 2:07 pm

well i am no suspension expert, but personally i feel that it is allot better than when i just had my rims and low profile tires. I feel that when i hit a bump on the left, the whole doesnt swerve that way anymore.

satur9 · Post by **satur9** » Tue Mar 18, 2003 5:23 am

a lot of people on matrix owners got 2 inch drops and they say camber is winthin specs . wish i new what the specs were.but in any case nopi online sales adjustable cam bolts for like 20 dollars any good alignment shop or dealer should have nonadjustable cam bolts for 5 dollars(go to a toyota dealer and get celica cambolts)

redtrdmatrix · Post by **redtrdmatrix** » Tue Mar 18, 2003 2:16 pm

The car looks extremely good. Just hope the shocks don't wear out too quick By the way how long did it take?

vb4444 · Post by **vb4444** » Wed Mar 19, 2003 1:52 pm

only took about 90 min. Had some other stuff done, like a change in exhaust and things like that.

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