suspension mods?
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suspension mods? i was wanting to know of the best suspension mods for my 02 A4 TA i can buy and what the costs are also if a person with average mechanical knowledge could install them or should i go pro with the install if you have part #'s that would be great
THANKS GUYS
THANKS GUYS
First and best thing you can do no matter if you like drag racing or good handling is a set of sub frame connectors. If you want better handling - check out a strut tower brace, lowering springs, shocks, etc.
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Originally Posted by Classic
First and best thing you can do no matter if you like drag racing or good handling is a set of sub frame connectors. If you want better handling - check out a strut tower brace, lowering springs, shocks, etc.
samurai,
As Classic points out, subframe connectors are a great first mod for your F-body.
But, you really should first spend some time considering exactly what your goals are for the car (e.g. drag race, street-only, road race, autox, etc) because it will make a huge difference in the suspension setup that you will want to use (and not use).
Once you've got an idea of what you want from the car I would recommend spending some time researching in the Handling and Braking forum and also the Racing forums since there is some great suspension info here depending on your chosen goals.
Also, the following link is a good starting point for better understanding the F-body suspension: http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/1701/bushings.htm
HTH
As Classic points out, subframe connectors are a great first mod for your F-body.
But, you really should first spend some time considering exactly what your goals are for the car (e.g. drag race, street-only, road race, autox, etc) because it will make a huge difference in the suspension setup that you will want to use (and not use).
Once you've got an idea of what you want from the car I would recommend spending some time researching in the Handling and Braking forum and also the Racing forums since there is some great suspension info here depending on your chosen goals.
Also, the following link is a good starting point for better understanding the F-body suspension: http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/1701/bushings.htm
HTH
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You defiantly should get some SFC and a STB, Im workin on the SFC's right now. Also you should look at a Panhard Bar to keep your rear-end centerd with the frame under heavy accelaration. Good Luck man and check out the Handling and Breaking forum.
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I would disagree with the STB. I got one and have noticed no difference. IMHO on street tires you can not push your car enough for a STB to be effective.
My next mod will probably be SFC or shocks if that helps you.
My next mod will probably be SFC or shocks if that helps you.
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http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/1701/bushings.htm
Tubular lca/phb with poly doesn't make any difference in handling over stock parts etc...? hmmm, so according to that article, my car must defy the suspension laws or been a major lemon cause in stock form the handling was just plain dangerous and unpredictable. Oh well, better not poke fun at the info...my phr brackets might break off someday due to the poly bushings.
On the serious side:
I'd vote subframes (SLP) and if you get phr or lca's next, I'd say make sure they come with the best rod ends possible.
Tubular lca/phb with poly doesn't make any difference in handling over stock parts etc...? hmmm, so according to that article, my car must defy the suspension laws or been a major lemon cause in stock form the handling was just plain dangerous and unpredictable. Oh well, better not poke fun at the info...my phr brackets might break off someday due to the poly bushings.
On the serious side:
I'd vote subframes (SLP) and if you get phr or lca's next, I'd say make sure they come with the best rod ends possible.
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SFC's are without a doubt the best suspension mod I have done to date. I wish I had done them years ago. The way they made the car feel is amazing. Not to mention it makes tire rotations and brake pad swaps a breeze!
Originally Posted by skippytheloon
http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/1701/bushings.htm
Tubular lca/phb with poly doesn't make any difference in handling over stock parts etc...? hmmm, so according to that article, my car must defy the suspension laws or been a major lemon cause in stock form the handling was just plain dangerous and unpredictable. Oh well, better not poke fun at the info...my phr brackets might break off someday due to the poly bushings.
Tubular lca/phb with poly doesn't make any difference in handling over stock parts etc...? hmmm, so according to that article, my car must defy the suspension laws or been a major lemon cause in stock form the handling was just plain dangerous and unpredictable. Oh well, better not poke fun at the info...my phr brackets might break off someday due to the poly bushings.
Please feel free to install whatever you want on your car. I choose to post the link for those interested in learning about the F-body suspension...
Originally Posted by Ackattack1
I would disagree with the STB. I got one and have noticed no difference. IMHO on street tires you can not push your car enough for a STB to be effective.
My next mod will probably be SFC or shocks if that helps you.
My next mod will probably be SFC or shocks if that helps you.
As for the other info about poly bushings and unpredictable handling...that is correct. At least when the cars are pushed hard it is. They bind the suspension which makes the car behave like it has stiffer springs than it actually does. This can cause the rear end to do evil things. If you are not having problems, that's great, but it probably means you are not driving the car hard enough to have those problems (and on the street, that is a good thing, at an autocross or road course, that is another story).
My thoughts.