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Need some info

Posted: Mon Jan 27, 2003 1:45 am
by xLR8_Sd
I want to drop my vibe 1.5 inches to 2. but want some info first.to all that have done it already. did you just use springs? and if so what is a good brand? and do you need to get a camber kit if you go 2 inches? please reply with all the info you can. thnx

Re: Need some info (xLR8)

Posted: Mon Jan 27, 2003 4:03 am
by NY Pete
Consensus seems to be Eibach ProKits for mild, safe drop, Eibach Sportlines for a more extreme drop. I've been told that TRD's springs are simply re-labeled Eibach ProKits, and Progress springs are not of very high quality (they continue to settle in and continue to drop too far out of spec).Looks like I'll be going with Eibach Sportlines once my Vibe arrives.

Re: Need some info (NY Pete)

Posted: Mon Jan 27, 2003 4:21 am
by xLR8_Sd
anyone have a link to a place with good pricing on them?

Re: Need some info (xLR8)

Posted: Mon Jan 27, 2003 5:15 am
by pissedoffgokart
Coil overs. Coil overs, coil overs! Sorry, just had to put my .02 cents in! With coil overs you can adjust from 0-4 normally and can all but guarantee to get the drop you want!!!

Re: Need some info (pissedoffgokart)

Posted: Mon Jan 27, 2003 9:53 am
by MadBill
I'm leaning towards the Tein S. springs:http://www.optauto.com/webstore/product ... &dept=1680 (Man, that's a long site address, but that's what was at the top of the page...)Lots of drop (2.3" F, 2.1" R), decent price ($US143), supposed to be good quality...Anyone tried them?Also, if the drop was a tad TOO much, I suppose you could pop a rubber/plastic shim under each; they sell them from 1/4" up to 2" thick...

Re: Need some info (xLR8)

Posted: Tue Jan 28, 2003 3:04 am
by NY Pete

Re: Need some info (pissedoffgokart)

Posted: Wed Jan 29, 2003 11:45 pm
by DopeVibeGT
quote:Coil overs. Coil overs, coil overs! Sorry, just had to put my .02 cents in! With coil overs you can adjust from 0-4 normally and can all but guarantee to get the drop you want!!!Ditto. Cant go wrong with Ground Cotrol coil overs.

Re: Need some info (xLR8)

Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2003 6:46 am
by inkinAbyssGT
I Just changed out my Eibach 1.5 prolines for a set of progress springs because of the 2.2" drop that they provide. However a set of these may be in the future if the progress springs go to S@$T.[link]http://www.mmrusa.com/skunk.htm[/link]

Re: Need some info (inkinAbyssGT)

Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2003 7:45 am
by xLR8_Sd
been looking at the pro line.but after a friend told me if i lower the car POOOF no warranty. and i paid for an extra 3 years. so i need to find out more info.

Re: Need some info (xLR8)

Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2003 9:18 pm
by NY Pete
Not true. The only warrantee that'll void is on your shocks/struts and possibly some front end pieces (if they prove the springs or install caused the problem, which is unlikely). I believe something called the Magnussen-Moss Act protects you from the manufacturer voiding your warrantee for aftermarket pieces.