4 way adjustable STI wagon struts springs and tophats

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:19 pm

They are here and in my hands! I'm as excited as a little girl!
They're completely assembled, and ready to install. And yes, they're pink!

So, who's up for an install day?

I'd love some help from those with experience, but any help is welcome.

I'd like to do it either this weekend or next.

zaxrex · Post by **zaxrex** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:28 pm

I nominate Gabe.

I'm down in Yogaville this weekend, feel free to follow if you feel the need.

Post by **Sabre** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:35 pm

I'm not sure what's going on this weekend, but I'm probably up for it. The only thing that would stop me is if I go to Deep Creek for the weekend. Could you do them on Sunday?

Post by **complacent** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:44 pm

I'm in. What's a good day for everyone?

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:58 pm

Both this weekend and next weekend are open.
Saturday or sunday both work.
I was told by the seller that the install is a breeze (with everything assembled and it being a wagon), we shall see.

Post by **complacent** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 7:22 pm

I think I can make myself available either weekend, either day. I figure with four people and four sets of tools we should be able to knock it out in an hour or two without even really trying. I can supply two sets of tools.

New suspension bits!!! I bet you are just bouncing off the walls waiting to put them in

I know I would be.

WRXWagon2112 · Post by **WRXWagon2112** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 8:48 pm

I'll join in! I need to get my rear sway bar installed anyway (as well as the ProDrive axle-back but that's a snap).

Either day will work for me, just need to know where and when.

Also, I've now got a driveway, garage and nearby empty parking lot if people are willing to drive to Burtonsville.

--Alan

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 11:24 pm

with Zak's compressor the install is pretty strait forward. I'll try to schedule time to help this weekend. I may have a buddy in from Lexington. if he comes in to town Sunday afternoon would be open for me. if not, just about any time is good. where we doing this?

Post by **Sabre** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 11:27 pm

^^^^^ lol, where the hell is that?!?!?!

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Tue Jul 11, 2006 12:31 am

We can do it where ever. I have a carport that is covered and is out of the sun. It is also not too far from where Colin will have to go pick-up his tools.

Post by **complacent** » Tue Jul 11, 2006 2:01 am

drwrx wrote:We can do it where ever. I have a carport that is covered and is out of the sun. It is also not too far from where Colin will have to go pick-up his tools.

erm... my tools are at my place in alexandria now

If we're worried about tools everyone is welcome to head over to my place. Right off the parkway, plenty of tools, room, but no cover.

That being said, I'm easy and have no problem making the short trek to D's place. The only concern I'd have about your carport is the amount of room on either side of the vehicle... You tend to need to use a breaker bar on something (prying on a swaybar, etc) and need some space on the sides. I think your carport was roomy enough... it's been a little while since I've made an appearance.

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Tue Jul 11, 2006 9:37 am

It's not that wide, I don't think we could work on both sides at the same time. but we could easily do one sidemove the car than do the other or the front than the back.

It doesn't matter to me, however I helped a buddy of mine out with some interior work for a couple of hours about a month ago and I swear we must have lost 10lbs each out in the sun on the asphalt. I think I actually got a bit of sunstroke because I felt like crap for the rest of the day.

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Tue Jul 11, 2006 9:42 am

I think there's room under the car port, but we could use the driveway if you aren't sure. a compressor will make this job a piece of cake. I have air tools, just no compressor.

with a "team" on each side we could whip this suspension out in less than 2 hours easy. and you don't have to take your back seat apart in the wagon, right?

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Tue Jul 11, 2006 9:50 am

I can get my hands on a compressor! My brother in laws have several.
All I need is the day and I'll make sure I have one.

zaxrex · Post by **zaxrex** » Tue Jul 11, 2006 10:19 am

You always have mine to use. I scrap piece of carpet down on the back seat, and the compressor fits right in and can be belted into the back.

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Tue Jul 11, 2006 11:01 am

Zak to the rescue, once again!

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Thu Jul 13, 2006 6:37 pm

OK, I just want to check in with everyone and pin this thing down before the weekend is upon us:

1. Are we doing it Saturday or Sunday? (both days work for me)

2. What time is best for everyone? (saturday is totally open, sunday would have to be after 1pm)

3. Where are we doing it? (my place is an obvious choice, but that doesn't mean it has to be there)

4. Is Zak going to make it and bring his compressor? (if not, I need to make a trip to Nokesville before the weekend)

5. Does anyone need directions to my place? (if we have it there)

6. Last but not least, who can make it and when?

Thanks in advance and lunch and/or dinner is on me.

Post by **Sabre** » Thu Jul 13, 2006 6:46 pm

1. Are we doing it Saturday or Sunday? (both days work for me)
Sunday works better for me, but I'll make Saturday if it works for others better.

2. What time is best for everyone? (saturday is totally open, sunday would have to be after 1pm)
Depends on the day. Just pick a time, I'll be there

3. Where are we doing it? (my place is an obvious choice, but that doesn't mean it has to be there)
Your place sounds logical.

4. Is Zak going to make it and bring his compressor? (if not, I need to make a trip to Nokesville before the weekend)
I'm sure we can bring it with, but I'll let him answer that one.

5. Does anyone need directions to my place? (if we have it there)
Yep

Been there, but don't remember the finer details.

6. Last but not least, who can make it and when?
<raises hand>

Thanks in advance and lunch and/or dinner is on me.
No need, I'm sure I'll need help at some point with stuff too

Post by **complacent** » Thu Jul 13, 2006 7:16 pm

I'm good for Sunday, I'll bring tools and such. Just say when.

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Thu Jul 13, 2006 8:06 pm

I should be able to make Sunday afternoon, depends on when my buddy Andy heads back to Lexington.

I think Zak is out of town this weekend.

I'll need an address, I've only been there twice and this area is kryptonite to my direction sense...

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Thu Jul 13, 2006 8:41 pm

It looks like Sunday is the day of choice.
Let's make it at 1:30 pm at my place.
I'll PM Julian and Gabe w/ directions and beg Zak to let Julian bring the compressor and tools.

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 10:04 am

sorry I missed the install party. Andy didn't take off until 4, then my mom called with news of my aunt's heart surgery. after that phone call I was beat... sorry again. I hope all went as planned?

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 10:19 am

No problem Gabe. The three of us banged it out in an hour and a half.
The ride is sweet!
Thanks again Julian and Colin, I owe you both big!
Your dinner is on me.

Post by **Sabre** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 10:34 am

No worries, glad we could help

Post by **complacent** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 10:41 am

Ditto, no worries. Glad to help.

I bet the ride easily feels 100 x better than it did before. Time to fall in lust with your car all over again