View Full Version : Got my springs!
memystealthandi
04-25-03, 02:43 PM
Well, I picked up my springs today (intrax). Now any of the guys in the "calgary" crew feel like helping me install them???
I couldn't believe a shop in town actually had stealth lowering springs in stock, and I even double checked the part number. Props to speedtech!
-R
how much ya shell for em? are they gonna make your car act like your sig pic? LOL:p
memystealthandi
04-25-03, 03:02 PM
Originally posted by BigBoi
how much ya shell for em? are they gonna make your car act like your sig pic? LOL:p
$370cdn. Not that bad, pretty comparable to 3sxperformance which are $239US plus shipping (~$382cdn+shipping)
It will give me a 1.5 - 1.75 inch drop. Won't act like my sig unfortunately...:( That's the next step in the evolution...:thumbup:
Snortin93
04-26-03, 12:18 PM
Sheesh, I'm surprized DSM Power hasn't jumped on this opportunity to spend a weekend helping out. What kinda friend is that?!?!?!?! :confused: lol!
What is your time frame? If you can wait a couple of weeks, I'll be able to offer up my garage, with all the tools you need, compressor, and a big empty fridge that needs some attention....
That'll give you enough time to convince DSM into assisting. Ha ha!!!
New struts as well?
memystealthandi
04-26-03, 12:30 PM
Originally posted by Snortin93
Sheesh, I'm surprized DSM Power hasn't jumped on this opportunity to spend a weekend helping out. What kinda friend is that?!?!?!?! :confused: lol!
What is your time frame? If you can wait a couple of weeks, I'll be able to offer up my garage, with all the tools you need, compressor, and a big empty fridge that needs some attention....
That'll give you enough time to convince DSM into assisting. Ha ha!!!
New struts as well?
That would be cool man, I'm sure the 3 of us can figure it out, if you don't mind lending the garage space.
I'm sticking with the stock struts for now, and hoping they're still in decent shape. I guess we'll see.
Guess I can't install this weekend...damn snow...:(
Snortin93
04-27-03, 12:11 AM
This snow has been ridiculous. The number of cars stuck on the road today was insane!
How does Sat May 10 sound? My wife will be at work all day, so we'll have lots of garage space. Let me know...
DSM Power
04-27-03, 06:50 PM
Originally posted by Snortin93
Sheesh, I'm surprized DSM Power hasn't jumped on this opportunity to spend a weekend helping out. What kinda friend is that?!?!?!?! :confused: lol!
Ha ha, I go away for one day and look what happens... :rolleyes: :p
I'd be up for helping you do this install. We'll need to rent/borrow a spring compressor to do it properly. Unless you want to try the "hands free" option! :whoa: I'm game whenever this white crap melts again. :(
memystealthandi
04-27-03, 07:05 PM
Right on! The 11th would be better for me? I can see if I can get the 10th free if that doesn't work.
-R
Snortin93
04-27-03, 07:33 PM
The 11th of May is Mother's Day. That would be a death sentence for me......:eek:
Let me know what you can do. If not, we can find another day that works.
Good point about the spring compressor! I hadn't thought about that, but it's a necessity.
memystealthandi
04-27-03, 07:46 PM
Originally posted by Snortin93
The 11th of May is Mother's Day. That would be a death sentence for me......:eek:
Let me know what you can do. If not, we can find another day that works.
Good point about the spring compressor! I hadn't thought about that, but it's a necessity.
Oh right, sorry didn't realize it was mother's day. I'll try to get the 10th free! We can borrow srping compressor from CT.
-Rob
memystealthandi
04-27-03, 10:55 PM
Hey, how long do you think it will take us? I have to be downtown at 3:15 on the 10th..?
-R
Snortin93
04-27-03, 11:43 PM
Hey, how long do you think it will take us? I have to be downtown at 3:15 on the 10th..?
No matter how I answer, I'll get that question wrong. I've never even thought about removing the springs, so I don't have a clue. When I did my Rx-7, it took me a complete weekend...:D
I do have the workshop manual, so I can read up, ahead of time. I wouldn't count on being able to get downtown by 3:00, tho. These things seem to have a habit of taking way longer than they should. Having said that, we'll probably be done by noon! lol!!!
Make sure you put tons of Liquid Wrench on all the bolts way ahead of time, to make it easier/quicker.
memystealthandi
04-28-03, 01:01 AM
ok, I'll switch my plans on Sat. to Sunday, so we'll have all day...lol. Will that work? Or I can switch it to Saturday morning, and I'll be free by 11.
Snortin93
04-28-03, 07:25 AM
You know how your spark plug change went, so it's up to you...lol! We probably should set aside one whole day, just in case. But it's your call; I'm good either way...
If you can pick up the spring compressor & some beer, we should be ready to do some damage! ;)
Let me know how you want to proceed.
DSM Power
04-28-03, 11:58 AM
Uh yeah, might want to book the whole day off (knowing us :rolleyes: ). Blake H. will be in town on the 10th & 11th, but I don't know if he'll be able to help or not. :confused:
memystealthandi
04-28-03, 12:13 PM
Ok, the 10th it is...
I will book the whole day off on the 10th, and I'll bring the beer, and spring compressor. (notice I mentioned the beer first??)
Snortin93
04-28-03, 07:33 PM
...(notice I mentioned the beer first??)
My kinda guy!!!! :thumbup:
I've also talked to my buddy with the 90 Talon TSI. He said he'd try and stop in to lend a hand. He also wants to check out DSM Power's ride.
memystealthandi
04-29-03, 12:34 AM
Here they are in all their purple glory....
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid60/p20fbe4648caf740793573f996a9d6969/fc3ffcea.jpg
Help I'm being attacked by a purple spring...
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid60/p52ee35d0c9310c804560a4f10cea5114/fc3ffce8.jpg
Snortin93
04-29-03, 12:50 AM
Dammit, I told you not to buy the purple springs!!! They're soft....lol!!! Even Billy Graham doesn't like purple!
It's late, my humor sucks :p
DSM Power
04-29-03, 10:01 AM
Ha ha, those springs are HUGE man! :whoa:
BTW, Snortin' which part of the city do you live in? (Don't need to post the address, just the sector). :)
Snortin93
04-29-03, 11:03 AM
I live in Sundance. So you'll still be sleeping as memystealthandi is making the road trip down to my place...lol!
I'll give you both my address and a map, as we get closer to the May 9-10 weekend.
Now if we can only get the temperature above freezing, we're set. Worst case, I've got a heater.....
Hey I can help too! *help drink the beer :)
Send me the directions @ w3apon@shaw.ca
Actually I'm trying to get 220V into my garage so I can hook up an air compressor too. Possibly have it all installed this weekend.
Snortin93
04-29-03, 05:29 PM
C'mon over! :bigup:
I'll send directions shortly!
[i[Actually I'm trying to get 220V into my garage so I can hook up an air compressor too.[/i]
You're going big time! I spent some time researching what was available, how much I was going to use it, and how much I had in my wallet, then decided to get a 110V Craftsman 6hp unit. I was drooling over the big units tho!
memystealthandi
04-29-03, 07:39 PM
Yay! Now we have at least 1 person per spring....lol.
They are figgin huge springs. I was shocked when I saw them...:D
DSM Power
04-30-03, 11:51 PM
Sounds great... dunno if you have my email, just drop me a PM if not. :D
Originally posted by w3apon
Actually I'm trying to get 220V into my garage so I can hook up an air compressor too. Possibly have it all installed this weekend.
Right on, I've got 220v in mine as well. :thumbup:
Snortin93
05-01-03, 11:51 AM
Well, I guess the next question is what time do you want to begin? My wife'll have the Jeep out of the garage by 8:00am, so any time after that works for me. Let me know.
memystealthandi
05-01-03, 08:33 PM
I think 8am is to early to drink beer??
I vote for 10am. (or do y'all think that 10 is too late?)
That mean W3apon and I have to leave around 9am to get over there....lol. :whoa:
Honestly I'll probably only get there by noon...I'm a lazy bastard!
DSM Power
05-01-03, 11:24 PM
9 to 10am is fine with me.
BTW, y'all might want to read up on this first! :eek: ;)
http://www.stealth316.com/2-shockremoval.htm
Snortin93
05-02-03, 01:27 AM
10 AM it is! I haven't completely read the web page that DSM posted. What fun would it be knowing what we're doing? We're trying to break that longest fix record that the 2 of you achieved last year for the spark plug swap. :D
Snortin93
05-04-03, 10:11 AM
Damn good thing we didn't try doing it this weekend. Bloody winter all over again.....:whoa:
So you guys didnt do it today?
I was instaling 220V in my girlfriends condo townhouse so she could use her washer dryer and it took me all day until just now. I'm still covered in drywall.
Let me know when u are going to attempt again!
Snortin93
05-04-03, 07:38 PM
We weren't planning on doing it till next weekend. We have to make sure Rob has worked up the courage first....:D
memystealthandi
05-04-03, 07:42 PM
yep. I'm nursing a concussion....I haven't been driving.
I went driving last night, hit a huge pot hole, and put a 1 inch dent in 1 rims. Looks like I'm off to Alberta Wheel repair.....again...:)
I guess that's why you shouldn't drive with a concussion?
Snortin93
05-05-03, 12:08 AM
yep. I'm nursing a concussion....
Good day on the slopes?!?! Or did you tell the wife-to-be how much you've spent on the Stealth lately??????
I'm taking my son to Lake Louise tomorrow; snow reports look good, and I've got 2 free passes, so we've gotta go!
Maybe I don't want your rims anymore........Hope the fix isn't too painful (for your head or the rim)
memystealthandi
05-05-03, 12:43 AM
nah, I had my black belt test in martial arts, and have a concussion as the result of that. I passed my test though!!!
The rims will be $150 to fix.
Here's a pic of the rim...
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid61/pabc9eb5ddac8cfdb372ccf745af888ac/fc361871.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid61/pf4c536c0a61427866829334f9fa3a3c1/fc36186e.jpg
Originally posted by memystealthandi
nah, I had my black belt test in martial arts, and have a concussion as the result of that. I passed my test though!!!
The rims will be $150 to fix.
Congrats on passing the test...Did your ex-room mate lay the smack down on you again?! :eek:
Sorry to hear about my future rims, that will teach you to drive in crappy weather ;)
DSM Power
05-05-03, 01:38 PM
Damn, a concussion and a bent rim - tough day at the office! :( :o Glad to hear you passed though. ;)
Snortin93
05-06-03, 01:05 AM
Ouch, sorry to hear it's been a painful few days for you. And by the way, I don't want your rims anymore......
Snortin93
05-09-03, 01:03 PM
Everything is a go for tomorrow!!
However, I did forget to mention one thing. I've got a Giant Alaskan Malamute as my resident guard dog. His name is Porter. Since we'll probably be in the garage out back it would be best to try entering thru the side gate. If he's doing his job, just talk nice to him, pet him a couple of times, and he may not eat you.... :D
I'll make sure he's been fed before hand! :eek:
memystealthandi
05-12-03, 09:42 PM
Thanks for your help guys, and your garage/tools Snortin93. I'm getting the alignment done on Thursday.
sorry i missed it, the GF had other plans :mad:
So how did it turn out? How hard was it?
anyone have a digi??? any before, after and during pictures?
Snortin93
05-14-03, 09:16 AM
anyone have a digi??? any before, after and during pictures?
I think memystealthandi had the camera, but I'm not sure if we got any shots of the actual springs. The front took a lot less time to change than the rears for some unexplained reason. Since it was a warm, sunny day and there was lots of beer in the fridge, we maintain that we took our time to do it properly...lol!
Dropping the car just made it look so much sweeter! :bigup:
memystealthandi, how was the ride home? Did that front driver's side spring ever settle in, or do you still have issues with it?
memystealthandi
05-14-03, 10:40 PM
Originally posted by Snortin93
I think memystealthandi had the camera, but I'm not sure if we got any shots of the actual springs. The front took a lot less time to change than the rears for some unexplained reason. Since it was a warm, sunny day and there was lots of beer in the fridge, we maintain that we took our time to do it properly...lol!
Dropping the car just made it look so much sweeter! :bigup:
memystealthandi, how was the ride home? Did that front driver's side spring ever settle in, or do you still have issues with it?
the drive home was very fast along side a F355 spyder. :thumbup: Man that thing sounded sweet.
Still having issues with the front drivers side spring. Haven't driven my car in 2 weeks other than to your house. The spring is being checked tomorrow as well as the alignment. I should also be getting my rim back tomorrow.
Should I get the alignment done on the winter tires? It won't make a difference will it?
DSM Power
05-16-03, 01:04 AM
I think I got a pic of the back when it was slammed. :D :D
memystealthandi
05-22-03, 11:39 PM
Got the wheel back!!!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid63/p8d2f7deac177614facf68cf8bf213d98/fc1853bc.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid63/p6a3d2a55bbc59c3ab945f73d66ac10d5/fc1853bd.jpg
Snortin93
05-23-03, 08:37 AM
Damn, they did a nice job. Slow but very nice! :thumbup:
And, I've reconsidered; I still want those rims.....
I've had dibs on the rims for 6 months now :D
Snortin93
05-23-03, 12:27 PM
I've had dibs on the rims for 6 months now Ya, but neither of us have managed to remove the rims without him noticing yet!!:D
memystealthandi
05-23-03, 05:44 PM
damn those locknuts eh? I can "rent" my rims for weekends if you're interested...lol.
DSM Power
05-23-03, 09:21 PM
Does anyone else think that they just gave up and bought you a new rim? :confused: :p
memystealthandi
05-24-03, 02:39 AM
Originally posted by DSM Power
Does anyone else think that they just gave up and bought you a new rim? :confused: :p
haha, still has my initials engraved in the back...lol.
cjjk336
06-02-03, 12:24 PM
Hey memystealthandi,i just sold my intrax springs few weeks ago to some one in the US at US$165 ship and the springs is on my car for only less than 24 hours i bought brand new at matrix motorsports in edmonton at $349 these spring was very good looking on my car and drop 1.75 reson of selling my tires is 265/35/18 when come to a bump on the street its keep scratches car body.I should join this site early and post here you mine get better deal from me.US$165=C$242.00.
Very soon i going to install 15g"s turbos and downpipe still checking the $.
chris
memystealthandi
06-02-03, 07:32 PM
Originally posted by cjjk336
Hey memystealthandi,i just sold my intrax springs few weeks ago to some one in the US at US$165 ship and the springs is on my car for only less than 24 hours i bought brand new at matrix motorsports in edmonton at $349 these spring was very good looking on my car and drop 1.75 reson of selling my tires is 265/35/18 when come to a bump on the street its keep scratches car body.I should join this site early and post here you mine get better deal from me.US$165=C$242.00.
Very soon i going to install 15g"s turbos and downpipe still checking the $.
chris
Good deal...
Hey are you on 3si.org? Post some pics of your car...
Snortin93
07-02-03, 05:01 PM
Originally posted by cjjk336
Hey memystealthandi,i just sold my intrax springs few weeks ago to some one in the US at US$165 ship and the springs is on my car for only less than 24 hours
Boy did I get ripped off, :angry: I paid just a bit more than that, but the springs had been on memystealth's car for a month....:D LMAO!!!!! They also came with all his bad driving habits.....j/k!
memystealthandi
07-02-03, 06:06 PM
Originally posted by Snortin93
Boy did I get ripped off, :angry: I paid just a bit more than that, but the springs had been on memystealth's car for a month....:D LMAO!!!!! They also came with all his bad driving habits.....j/k!
lol. I think you got a good deal considering I paid $400 cdn after tax just a month ago for them. I just wore them in for you....
me bad driving habits? Now go out and get that car sideways!!! but don't hit a civic while you're doing it....
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