Question for all you lowered vibes
Question for all you lowered vibes
How much does it run to get springs installed? I might pick up some lowering springs and I've been wondering how much it costs to have them put on.
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Re: Question for all you lowered vibes (wyatt89)
Quote, originally posted by wyatt89 »How much does it run to get springs installed? I might pick up some lowering springs and I've been wondering how much it costs to have them put on.I got quoted at $100-200. It'll take a pro an hour or two to do it, just depends on their rate. Call around your local shops and get some quotes.
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Re: Question for all you lowered vibes (Amtron)
I was quoted $80 per corner so I did it myself......a few times over the years.Are you sure you want to lower it with your off-road history?
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Haha, the vibe is a civilized road goer now I've got a datsun to torment now. DIY isn't an option as I live in an apartment.Also how well do the stock shocks cope with lowering springs? Do most lowering springs come with harder bump stops?
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Re: (wyatt89)
Quote, originally posted by wyatt89 »Haha, the vibe is a civilized road goer now I've got a datsun to torment now. DIY isn't an option as I live in an apartment.Also how well do the stock shocks cope with lowering springs? Do most lowering springs come with harder bump stops?I was quoted 400... but i'm awd so i did it myself as well. The stock shocks do ok and should last some time.most lowering springs use your stock bump stops, but you should cut about an inch or two off of them to alow the strut to travel more.
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Re: (northvibe)
More than likely, how hard is it to work with a spring compressor and how hard is it to get everything off?
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Re: (wyatt89)
the hardest part is taking out all the plastic crap in the back of the car to get to the upper strut bolts. Other than that it's easy.
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Re: (keithvibe)
Quote, originally posted by keithvibe »the hardest part is taking out all the plastic crap in the back of the car to get to the upper strut bolts. Other than that it's easy.I'm sure taking out the plastic crap before bringing in your car to the shop will reduce costs because it will minimalize the time it takes for the install. Just a thought, and depends on the billing.
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Didn't someone do a tutorial on here awhile back about doing springs? I searched but I didn't find anything and I'm not on MO. How much different is the ride quality and is there a noticeable affect on the handling?
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Haha, nevermind on the springs, I had a nice amazon gift card so I got a scangauge II instead!! I'm pumped to get this thing!
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Re: (wyatt89)
Quote, originally posted by wyatt89 »Haha, nevermind on the springs, I had a nice amazon gift card so I got a scangauge II instead!! I'm pumped to get this thing!LOL! That's a quick switch..haha.
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Re: (BlueCrush)
Quote, originally posted by BlueCrush »LOL! That's a quick switch..haha.Yes, I've wanted both for a good while now and I got the scangauge for really cheap so the next thing I'll be after are springs!
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