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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 10:24 AM
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Looking at doing a suspension maybe this summer, wondering what you think the best first suspension mod would be. I am thinking that an adjustable panhard rod bar would be the best first one, but I am open to suggestions. I was also thinking that the SFCs would be good. Any suggestions/recommends would be good!
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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 10:32 AM
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I'd suggest the SFC's. The adjustable panhard bar is only required if you lower your car. <img src="gr_stretch.gif" border="0">
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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 11:59 AM
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Vote for SFC's here. <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0">
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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 01:16 PM
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Hands down the sub-frame connectors, more so if you have t-tops.

Like Shane said you only really need the adjustable panhard rod (with lower control arms) if you lower your car.

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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 03:54 PM
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I'd also say a set of SFC's would be nice, or some LCA's.
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Old Jan 28, 2002 | 04:13 PM
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I vote for SFCs too. LCAs would probably be my next vote.
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alright guys i did a search and im bringing this thread back from 2002!

i dont have any suspension mods on my car right now and i need to start.. alot of people i have talked to said i should START with LCA's but the search is saying i should start with SFC's do you guys agree that should be first?

im on a budget so i can only get one mod for right now.. i was either going to get SFC's, LCA's or some new shocks

ps im getting the suspension to hook better at the track not AS MUCH for the street
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Sub-Frame Connectors first and then Lower Control Arms w/re-location mounts
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