new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it

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ib2loud
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new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it

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So my girlfriend just bought her a 2003 vibe and she wants to lower it. The main thing is she wants a semi-soft ride still, and a relatively low price. I have been fixing up cars for quite a few years now so it's not a problem installing them. I just need user opinions on what rides the best for the lowest price, and still gives a good solid drop.thanks in advance
Mavrik
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (ib2loud)

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I'm running with Tein S-type springs on mine. Its about a 2 inch drop with the rear slightly lower then the front for those brake dives you know. Sits really nice, handes very nice and isn't a bouncy rock hard ride. Obviously it rides a little hard from the stock ride, but thats to be expected. I spent a little over $300 CAD for mine.
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scherry2
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (Mavrik)

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Quote, originally posted by Mavrik »I'm running with Tein S-type springs on mine. Its about a 2 inch drop Sits really nice, handes very nice and isn't a bouncy rock hard ride. Obviously it rides a little hard from the stock ride, but thats to be expected. I love the look of my S-Tiens got them for $120 on Ebay a while back.
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (ib2loud)

Post by Raven »

Tein S-Tech also. Put on a Progress rear sway bar while you're at it, it's worth the extra $90.00 and 15 minutes install time.
ib2loud
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (Sunny)

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sounds good, what are good places for the tein springs? I didn't find any on ebay.
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (ib2loud)

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I bought mine from a local performance shop. I have never bought off E-bay.
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (ib2loud)

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scherry2
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (ib2loud)

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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...=WDVW $139.00 free shipping toyota matrix springs will work. type in toyota matrix springs and you'll get all kinds. good luck
ib2loud
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Re: new here... gf just got an 03 vibe, wants to lower it (scherry2)

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wow, awesomethanks for all the help...I am trying to become a pro photographer so you guys will see plenty of pics of her progress
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