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Old Nov 10, 2008 | 12:35 PM
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im looking to do some rear end work first before i do any mojor performance work ne suggestions like a torque arm sub frame connectors?? im not sure what does what and i dont wanna break the bank but im completely stock and dont hook to good!!! thanks
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Old Nov 10, 2008 | 06:42 PM
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Whats ur budget? When you say "rear end" do you mean the actual rear end in the car or suspension? because sub frame connectors and torque arms are suspension peices. Is your car auto or 6 speed?
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Old Nov 10, 2008 | 07:10 PM
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True. The list includes:
LCAs
LCA relocation brackets
Panhard bar
Torque arm
Subframe connector (suspension, but not really rear end)
Shocks
Sway bar
Those are the basics. What is your goal, drag, road, autox, etc.?
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Old Nov 11, 2008 | 07:52 AM
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ok sorry i i mean to make my car hook up weather it rear end or not if that helps
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Since you did not directly answer our questions, I would assume drag or street racing in a straight line. Auto or manual is TBD.
I suggest doing the things in my list, in the order I listed them. Get adjustable wherever possible (LCAs, PHB, torque arm) and rod-poly for the quietest ride. Bolt-on LCA relocation brackets are fine if you do not have a welder sitting in your garage.
UMI and BMR both make quality units, and provide excellent support.
Konis are by far the best shocks, and Sam Strano is an excellent source. He will tune them for you and provide quality after-sales support.
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Originally Posted by koolaid_kid
True. The list includes:
LCAs
LCA relocation brackets
Panhard bar
Torque arm
Subframe connector (suspension, but not really rear end)
Shocks
Sway bar
Those are the basics. What is your goal, drag, road, autox, etc.?
+2 on the stuff listed above. UMI Performance puts out some a real quality product. Love the way mine handles with it.
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if your all stock and you want to gain traction i would just replace the lower control arms...
your looking at ~1 grand to do the other stuff... that's if you install yourself
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Originally Posted by LTBANDIT
if your all stock and you want to gain traction i would just replace the lower control arms...
your looking at ~1 grand to do the other stuff... that's if you install yourself
I agree. Performance !=cheap.
You must decide which you want, cheap or good.
Although I personally prefer UMI, BMR also makes quality items. Both provide excellent support, both to the customer as well as to this forum.
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sorry street racing and its an auto
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