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Old 04-23-2005, 09:46 AM
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Need some advice on suspension

I was wondering what suspension parts make the most difference or what you would recommend. I don't plan on autocrossing or anything like that. Weld-in boxed Subframe connectors are definitely on the list. I've heard double diamonds from SLP are the best but I see some other products that don't work with diamond style subframe connectors so i figure boxed weldins will suit my needs.

I was also wondering if torque arms make a huge difference. I have a moser 12 bolt rear end and also noticed that some torque arms only fit stock rear ends. And anything else you would recommend (panhard rods, sway bars, shock tower braces, control arms.)

Thanks for your help.
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Old 04-23-2005, 11:28 AM
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Re: Need some advice on suspension

I'd start with a stiffer front swaybar.
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Old 04-23-2005, 12:08 PM
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Re: Need some advice on suspension

LMperformance.com has a traction and handling package for sale

BMR LMPerformance Handling Package 1
This package includes: SB001 BMR Front 32mm sway bar w/bushings, 1993-2002 F-Body, SB003 BMR Rear 21mm sway bar w/bushings, 1982-2002 F-Body, BMR Shock tower brace STB001(V8) or STB002(V6), and SFC001 BMR Subframe connectors SFC001 or SFC004, 1993-2002 F-body Hardtop.

Spohn Traction Package Level 1 (Chrome Moly)
Package includes: Spohn Adj Torque Arm Poly Bushing FR Mount SPOHN-405-4130, Spohn Adj Panhard Bar Poly Bushings SPOHN-104-4130, Spohn Lower Control Arms Poly Bushings SPOHN-201-4130.. Adds Chrome moly to all items.


Would these work together or is this overkill?? Does the chrome moly make a huge difference?
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Re: Need some advice on suspension

The three most cost efficient suspenion components that made the biggest difference for me was

Front Sway
LCA's
SFC's

Probably in that order too. LCA's really helped out straight line traction and are only like $100. Front sway really made it more fun to drive in the corners. SFC's made my suspension work properly by not having the entire car act as one big leaf spring.
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Re: Need some advice on suspension

Thanks for the advice...Roll Tide
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Hell yeah!! Roll Tide!!!!!!!
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