Spring Install MN Micro Meet...Sept 13th after 4pm

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sat Sep 06, 2008 3:10 am

Yup. I'm installing a set of Canuck Motorpsorts springs on my AWD Vibe on Sept 13th after 4pm - Whenever done (probably 4+/- hours). If you are interested in joining, watching, etc...IM me and I'll give you info. I'll provide beverages and Pizza if anyone shows up.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Sat Sep 06, 2008 4:14 am

your going to love them B.feenickz on MO is installing the same springs today.man i should have worked out a group buy for them.... lol or a referal program.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sun Sep 07, 2008 2:17 am

Quote, originally posted by 13Vibe03 Â»Hey,I'll help. I installed springs on my 1995 Escort GT turbo and was thinking about some for the Vibe. I don't get home from work until 4:30 so I'll be available around 5 PM. If I remember, you are just West of NHCC/West Broadway and 85th, right?Let me know if you want my to bring tools, jackstand/jackEmail me directions or your address to Sherluck13@hotmail.com if you don't want to post them here.JessP.S. I'll bring the turbo Escort GT as we all know what a base Vibe is and how it drives. LOLSounds good, Jess. I'm actually just north of NHCC. I'll e-mail you my address. It wouldn't hurt to have another Jack/stands.Quote, originally posted by keithvibe Â»your going to love them B.feenickz on MO is installing the same springs today.man i should have worked out a group buy for them.... lol or a referal program.I can't wait! Nick's AWD Matrix looks good with the springs too!

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sun Sep 07, 2008 3:03 am

I may actually be in the cities that weekend...if I dont bring the lady I could come...dont worry my boost wont interfere to much.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sun Sep 07, 2008 4:03 am

Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â»I may actually be in the cities that weekend...if I dont bring the lady I could come...dont worry my boost wont interfere to much.Cool! Let me know if you can, Parnell. I'll give you my address.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Mon Sep 08, 2008 3:02 am

Well they tried to deliver my springs today but I wasn't there. For some reason they want an in-person signature(for springs). I signed the slip they left and hopefully they will just leave the box at my door tomorrow. It was shipped Purolator/DHL, btw.Anyone else want to join in the fun on Saturday?

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 1:44 am

The springs are here! Now I have to wait until Sat to install them. It seems so far away....lol.

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northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 3:51 am

well ill be in the cities, just dont know what time. I also have to work on my dads car....so we'll see if I am free after 4pm.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 4:09 am

Sounds good. IM'd you my info if you are free. Hope you can make it.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 6:22 am

Wow, they skimped on the packingMine were wrapped in paper then place in the plastic bags then some paper wrappers were stuck in the box for cushingPay for my air fair and I'll help HAHAHA

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 6:47 am

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe Â»Wow, they skimped on the packingMine were wrapped in paper then place in the plastic bags then some paper wrappers were stuck in the box for cushingPay for my air fair and I'll help HAHAHAJust drive up here. If you leave now, you should be able to make it. Visit/help out for a couple hours then go home.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 9:44 pm

LOL! No problem, Brent.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Fri Sep 12, 2008 5:46 am

Rented a spring compressor today, so, I'm all ready to go for tomorrow.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Fri Sep 12, 2008 7:10 am

Quote, originally posted by BlueCrush Â»Rented a spring compressor today, so, I'm all ready to go for tomorrow. GL on the install. Hope you don't run in to issues

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Fri Sep 12, 2008 7:50 am

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe Â»GL on the install. Hope you don't run in to issuesThanks, it should go well. I'm figuring approx 1 hour per spring for the swap based on the 3 previous times I did them...lol. I'll take before and after pics as well as take measurements.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Fri Sep 12, 2008 8:01 am

took me 4-5 hrs for me to do my last install

TRDmatrixXR_AWD · Post by **TRDmatrixXR_AWD** » Fri Sep 12, 2008 8:09 am

Hey Brian, I didn't have any rubbing issues with my Hotchkis. Will these springs be as low as the Hotchkis? I would like to come and help but I'm in Chicago right now for a job assignment. Good luck on the install!

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Fri Sep 12, 2008 8:21 am

Quote, originally posted by TRDmatrixXR_AWD Â»Hey Brian, I didn't have any rubbing issues with my Hotchkis. Will these springs be as low as the Hotchkis? I would like to come and help but I'm in Chicago right now for a job assignment. Good luck on the install!I have the same springs as what brian is about to install and i don't have any rubbing issues. and mine sit just like the hotchkis There are photos of my set up here.. just do a search

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Fri Sep 12, 2008 12:59 pm

Quote, originally posted by TRDmatrixXR_AWD Â»Hey Brian, I didn't have any rubbing issues with my Hotchkis. Will these springs be as low as the Hotchkis? I would like to come and help but I'm in Chicago right now for a job assignment. Good luck on the install!Great! Thanks, Martin I was wondering since I have your rims and tires, which have a little higher profile than a normal 17" set-up for the Vibe.

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 2:59 am

well its almost 1 and i havent left duluth, dont know if ill be able to make it as i still have to look at my dads escape!

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 4:44 am

Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â»well its almost 1 and i havent left duluth, dont know if ill be able to make it as i still have to look at my dads escape!No worries. Take Care of you dad's SUV.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 5:34 am

is it done yet????

kevera · Post by **kevera** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 5:46 am

I think he just started.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 5:49 am

Quote, originally posted by kevera Â»I think he just started.yea i know i was just being my normal wise guy lol Btw... Is it done yet?? HAHAHA

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 6:14 am

LOL! Wise guy! I'm just starting now.......................................

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 11:28 am

I finished at 8:30pm so 4hrs. 15min. That is the last time I change my springs. It kicked my A$$. I am beat! after the install I am at 13-1/2" on the front (center of wheel to top of wheel well arch) and 15" on the rear. Hopefully the fronts stay where they ar at and the rears drop a 1/2"-1". I took it out for a drive and the ride is smoother than my modified oem springs. I didnt get on it too hard, I'll save that for tomorrow. I will also go to my usual spot and take some "after" pics. My 17" wheel/tire set-up has a little higher profile than normal so I only have about 1 finger between the top of the front wheel and the top of the wheel well arch, unlike KeithVibe and Feenikz who both have 2 fingers of space. The drop looks really good! Can't wait to get it washed and take some pics tomorrow. Time for some Beer! to celebrate my victory and to dull the body aches.....

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 12:38 pm

I took a few pics in my garage. I'll get some better ones tomorrow.

damronjr · Post by **damronjr** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 1:04 pm

Lookin' good, Brian!

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 4:30 pm

looks about the same height as my hotckis were! nice!!! did anyone stop by or was it just you?

kevera · Post by **kevera** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 9:19 pm

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Sat Sep 13, 2008 9:36 pm

the backs will settle more takes about 48hrsfor it to drop. The fronts only settled another .25inches for me. So the fronts shouldn't.LOL getting too old hu?It's not a hard job just time comsuming.looking good b.... enjoy the ride.Told you the ride isn't harsh.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sun Sep 14, 2008 4:01 am

Quote, originally posted by damronjr Â»Lookin' good, Brian!Thanks Jason. I'm loving the look. Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â»looks about the same height as my hotckis were! nice!!! did anyone stop by or was it just you?Yup Pretty close to the Hotchkis on the 2WD Vibes. The AWD Vibe's rear was a lot lower with the Hotchkis. It was just me. It was a crappy rainy day so, it wa s perfect day to do it.Quote, originally posted by kevera Â» Thanks! I agree! Quote, originally posted by keithvibe Â»the backs will settle more takes about 48hrsfor it to drop. The fronts only settled another .25inches for me. So the fronts shouldn't.LOL getting too old hu?It's not a hard job just time comsuming.looking good b.... enjoy the ride.Told you the ride isn't harsh.Yeah, the rear is at 14-1/2" now anf that is with out the spare and the tray in the back and only 1/4 tank of fuel. So with every thing in the back and a full tank I should be close to 14" which is perfect. Yeah, I'm getting old....or maybe I just need to exercise...lol. I'm a little stiff and sore in a few spots nto as bad as I thought I was going to be though...lol. Well, the rear lower shock bolt were a pain in the (removed) for me again using an open ended wrench to try and loosed a bolt that is torqued down to 150ftlbs..has gotten harder. Thanks! the ride was great last night, much better than the Stock springs, The Hotchkis Springs and the Modified OEM springs. Since these Canuck Motorsport Springs have a lifetime no-sag guarantee, I'll just keep these on for ever now. It has been raining all day today so I'll get some better pics in my usual spot after it clears up.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Sun Sep 14, 2008 4:55 am

thats three happy campers now.... who's NEXT!!! Come on you awd people..Brian did you notice a slight shudder between 20mph and 25mph in first or second gear with the drop?I got this shudder now and so does the other guy on MO. I think it's the different pinion angle with the drop.I have been keeping an eye on the springs and they haven't moved below the 14"mark on all four corners.Invest in a bigger breaker bar for the next time you need a new strut.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Sun Sep 14, 2008 6:23 am

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe Â»thats three happy campers now.... who's NEXT!!! Come on you awd people..Brian did you notice a slight shudder between 20mph and 25mph in first or second gear with the drop?I got this shudder now and so does the other guy on MO. I think it's the different pinion angle with the drop.I have been keeping an eye on the springs and they haven't moved below the 14"mark on all four corners.Invest in a bigger breaker bar for the next time you need a new strut.I haven't noticed a shudder yet. I'll be feeling for it though. Atfer I put everything back in the cargo area and filled up the tank, I am at 14" on the rears. Perfect. Still raining here, but here is a pic with the garage door open so you can see the rear better.

sk8r78 · Post by **sk8r78** » Sun Sep 14, 2008 3:03 pm

Lookin' good Brian Hope I get to see it in person soon.

bull77 · Post by **bull77** » Sun Sep 14, 2008 10:40 pm

looks awesome! nice work now for the calipers.....

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