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Old 06-25-2009 | 03:51 AM
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well Ive got some BMR LCA's to put in and am wondering what my other First suspension mod should be for best effect, yea its the second one technically w/e..Car is 02 Z, Cam/Bolt ons m6, Should I do a panhard bar, torque arm, or rear sway bar to compliment the lca's?

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LCA Relocation Kit !! .. + PanHard Bar !! .. + Torque Arm !! ..
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Hello
I just noticed that you were looking for some suspension suggestions. What are your plans for the vehicle? Well I just wanted to leave you know that UMI Performance has a wide variety of aftermarket suspension parts to offer! Below is a link for you.

http://umiperformance.com/93-02fbody

If you have any other questions feel free to ask and I will be more than glad to help!
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well Ive got some BMR LCA's to put in and am wondering what my other First suspension mod should be for best effect, yea its the second one technically w/e..Car is 02 Z, Cam/Bolt ons m6, Should I do a panhard bar, torque arm, or rear sway bar to compliment the lca's?

Thanks in advance.

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It really is going to depend on your plans for the car and your budget. If your going to do some drag racing lca brackets or a torque arm would be your best way to go. If your into corner carving sway bars or a torque arm is a good way to go. You probably noticed that i have recommended a torque arm both times. The factory arm is a very weak piece and for best performance in any type of driving it needs to be replaced. If you do replace your torque arm you should also consider a torque arm relocation bracket. It not only saves your tranny from getting damaged but also allows you to adjust the front of the torque arm for better performance. If you have any questions on what would be best for you give me a call.
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It really is going to depend on your plans for the car and your budget.
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Old 06-25-2009 | 05:03 PM
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I didn't see them listed so I say sub frame connectors.
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We have no track in honolulu so Its a Street only car that enjoys stoplight racing doughnuts and freeway bombing with some canyon carving on weekends. I will eventually be slamming it with adjustable shocks/panhard adj+torque arm and springs/coilovers;

welded SFCs are planned but my buy fell through locally and shipping costs more than the part. I'm just trying to figure out which of these I should do first since I don't have the means right now to get it all at once *thank you wrenchitis and premature tire death syndrome* and Just have the LCA's right now.
I was also thinking either adj. panhard or torque arm as primary candidates for first pick, good to know i'm not a retard
Thank you all for your time.

Oh yea, I have both BMR and UMI products
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It depends on what your goals are.I would get the koni shocks next.
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Shocks or LCA relocation brackets, good for hooking up on the street.
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Sway bars, shocks, lower control arms, sub frame connectorsand a torque are all good starters. Give me call when your ready. Im sure that we can get you what you need at a good price.
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you asked what should be first mod,
the answer is shocks.
case closed.
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Originally Posted by pjb
you asked what should be first mod,
the answer is shocks.
Case closed.
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Thanks guys for all the suggestions BMR guy, Thx i'll keep it in mind, I like your products but shipping here is ridiculous for anybrand.

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My personal opinion since you asked for opinions:

I would go with either Strano spec Bilstiens if staying with stock springs, or Koni SA's with Strano springs if planning on lowering. I'd get a good set of 35mm/22mm swaybars or similar combo. Double rod end adjustable PHB. Some really sick rims, with at least a 10-11 inch wide rear set to intimidate the local noobs and ricers. Keep the LCA's and torque arm stock because what do you need to improve those for if you're just f*in around on the street?

Unless you get wheel hop.... If you end up getting wheel hop, then I'd go for some LCA relos and rear LCA's or swap to solid moog bushings on the stock LCA's. Or try a torque arm. I'm all about trying one part at a time. If you don't have wheel hop or one part fixes wheel hop, what do you need the other for? (unless there's another reason)

Don't just toss parts at your car. Figure out how you want to change your car, and then apply the appropriate part to it.


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