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Old Nov 14, 2001 | 07:50 AM
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From a roll in 1st or 2nd, if I stand on it, I get nothing but spinning tires. Would some suspension upgrades help, or should I just try drag radials? I've got stock Goodyears now, and I'm not really concerned about launching the car from a stop. Thanks!
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Old Nov 14, 2001 | 08:03 AM
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Some rear lower control arms and some NITTOs will really make a difference for you.

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Old Nov 14, 2001 | 11:48 AM
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This is my problem too. The biggest thing to correct it is tires. Suspension will help, but is not the cure. Look at all my suspension mods. I still spin tires.
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Old Nov 15, 2001 | 12:56 AM
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Thanks for the replies!! I'll give the 555R's a try.
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Old Nov 15, 2001 | 11:33 AM
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My BMR LCA's realy helped me out with getting traction, I strongly suggest them!! And they arent very expensive either. Before, from a 20 roll, and dropping it in to first, I would spin like crazy, now it grabs pretty hard. My next mod will be Nitto D/R's though.

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Old Nov 15, 2001 | 02:09 PM
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Yea, I've heard LCA's would help alot. I've got them on my list for a winter project too <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
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Old Nov 15, 2001 | 04:46 PM
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The 55Rs will help ya out big time. They spin a little off the line but catch quickly and hold. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
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Old Nov 15, 2001 | 06:22 PM
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Guess thats what I should do...BMR LCA's and 555R's

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