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Oct 10, 2006 | 10:57 AM

ZFan88

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Starting Suspension..

I'm not sure where I want to begin. I have about 3-400 bucks to spend, so I'm thinking either shocks or springs. I already have LCAa and relocation brackets, and am getting SFC for Christmas

Eventually I want to get a 12 bolt but have to save for that, and I don't want to lower the car really, just a better ride for street/strip.

Got opinions?

Oct 10, 2006 | 11:02 AM

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What are the long term goals for the car and what are your preferences?

Are you looking for max 60ft, or a nice ride, or great handling?

A set of subframe connectors is probably the best place to start for any of those three goals (which you are already getting), along with an adjustable panhard rod from UMI.

Oct 10, 2006 | 11:04 AM

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Ah, good question. This is only a weekend car and I can deal with a stiff ride or noises lol. I want an occassional track car (once/twice a month when ready) and a nice weekend cruiser. Long term I'm more concerned with a nice 60 ft but right now I'm leaning towards replacing shocks or springs because it's making noises and all that fun stuff

Oct 10, 2006 | 11:15 AM

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save ur money for some QA1's shocks springs

Oct 10, 2006 | 11:22 AM

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save ur money for some QA1's shocks springs

I see texas speed has the front/rear shocks and front springs in a package. What rear springs are you running?

Oct 10, 2006 | 12:46 PM

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I have the rear springs from a 6 cylinder f-bod

Oct 11, 2006 | 01:29 PM

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have you thought about a k-member? if youre looking long term youre gonna want to save the weight anyway so you might as well go for it. if not go with the QA1's and springs.