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Old 01-15-2008, 06:35 PM
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Torque arm relocation kit?

Looking at getting a UMI torque arm relocation kit. I am wondering if it makes a difference if the mount for the torque arm is where the tunnel brace is (like on most aftermarket arms) or if its near the stock location? Will it make a difference in performance? I know its a good thing to get the arm off the tailshaft of the transmission, I am just curious as if the different mounting points make a difference.

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Old 01-18-2008, 02:50 AM
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i would like to know as well
 
Old 01-18-2008, 10:08 AM
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I love mine! I haven't rigorously analyzed all the moments, I think I read that the shorter arm was better for braking, and a longer arms (maybe sort of like old-school ladder bars?) were better for weight transfer and accell....

I do know that it makes the torque loadings on the back axle more solidly transfered to the chassis, gets the load off the rubbery transmission mount- and it is a lot more robust piece, no flimsy sheet metal-

My car never seemed to have a problem with wheel hop, but then, I never lowered it, either, so I can't say that it helped, there. Certainly didn't hurt it, either- Highly recommended!
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Old 01-18-2008, 10:31 AM
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i also have it. it is a nice solid piece and yes it replaces your current tunnel brace...

no wheel hop here easy install and very easy to adjust... just make sure you get the geometry right...
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Old 01-18-2008, 02:21 PM
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Get the geometry right? I have a spohn arm now and I want more clearance for long tubes. How is the re=location arm to adjust?

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Re: Torque arm relocation kit?

do somebody notice more in cab noise after TA relocation?
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