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Old 10-06-2009, 04:09 PM
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Are their any advantages to a "non-adjustable" as to an "on-car adjustable"? Trying to wrap up all that I need for a suspension upgrade and was wondering which one did what.
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Are their any advantages to a "non-adjustable" as to an "on-car adjustable"? Trying to wrap up all that I need for a suspension upgrade and was wondering which one did what.
If you plan on keeping the car stock ride height, and the springs are in good condition (not sagging), then the non-adjustable one will work fine.

However, if you plan on lowering the car at all or the rear isn't quite dead centered on the car (common issue) then go with the adjustable one.

There are no downsides to the adjustable version, it just gives you the ability to fine tune your rear end alignment.
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Cool, thanks for the help. Guess seeing how Im going to lower it and get a new rear then adjustable it is.
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Originally Posted by Jwright41
Cool, thanks for the help. Guess seeing how Im going to lower it and get a new rear then adjustable it is.
Like mentioned if you are planning on lowering we recommend an adjustable bar. This will allow you to recenter to the rear end after you lower which is important to how the car handles and to prevent tire rubbing.

If you have any questions please ask. Thank you!
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Originally Posted by Jwright41
Cool, thanks for the help. Guess seeing how Im going to lower it and get a new rear then adjustable it is.

When you get ready to lower your car we have a 1.25" drop spring that carry a lifetime guarantee against spring sag. The front springs have a linear rate of 550 lbs and the rears are 160 lbs. I also carry several different style of panhard bars. Give me a call if you have any questions.

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do your self a huge favor and get the on-car adjustable. way easier to setup and adjust.
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it should be mentioned that if you plan on running larger tires that you should run an adj. panhard rod so that you can center your rear-end as it gets a little tight and precise.
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I was wondering the same thing! Good question.
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get adj and never look back
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hey guys i just bought an adjustable one off a member of here. how are you supposed to measure the rear end correctly?
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Hello
The easiest way is to tape a string to the middle of the quarter panel. And then get a measurement from the string to the lip of the wheel or the center cap. And then adjust accordingly. If you have any other questions feel free to ask and I will be more than glad to help.
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