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formula123 Dec 10, 2009 02:40 PM

Best LCA's
 
I was looking into getting some lower control arms but have hear many different sides to which are the best, i figure that i should get some adjustable but want to hear some input from so people that have them, so let me know.

MonmouthCtyLS7 Dec 10, 2009 02:52 PM

Have Hotchkis non adjustables here ...so far so good.

99Bluz28 Dec 10, 2009 02:57 PM

Priorities, corner carving or drag racing?

Stock rear, or 9", 12bolt?

Lowered or stock height?

formula123 Dec 10, 2009 02:59 PM


Originally Posted by 99Bluz28 (Post 12605533)
Priorities, corner carving or drag racing?

Stock rear, or 9", 12bolt?

Lowered or stock height?

corners and traction

stock rear

lowered

99Bluz28 Dec 10, 2009 03:09 PM

Non adjustable UMI with roto-joints, and get some bolt in relocation brackets . ( I'm waiting on a set now)
I've had 5 different set of LCA's, and two of them adjustable. I've never needed to adjust the length of any LCA's I've had.

formula123 Dec 10, 2009 03:11 PM


Originally Posted by 99Bluz28 (Post 12605577)
Non adjustable UMI with roto-joints, and get some bolt in relocation brackets . ( I'm waiting on a set now)
I've had 5 different set of LCA's, and two of them adjustable. I've never needed to adjust the length of any LCA's I've had.

sounds good

UMI Sales Dec 10, 2009 03:16 PM

Hello
There are many great manufactures! But thanks for suggesting UMI Performance! We do have a variety of suspension parts that will be sure to met your needs. Like mentioned above we have recently came out with a new line of control arms that maintain a great ride quality and will still allow the arm to articulate like a rod end. Below is a link to show you what all we have to offer!

http://www.umiperformance.com/catalo...ex&cPath=7_138

If you have any other questions feel free to ask and I will be more than glad to help!
Thanks Again
Brad :D

Engine_HP Dec 10, 2009 05:30 PM

i have spohn PH & LCA both are on car adj.

mike135531bubba Dec 10, 2009 07:04 PM

i went with non-adjustable lower control arms w/ the poly bushings because my car only sees the track once or twice a year and it will remain stock height

Big_Bird_WS6 Dec 11, 2009 08:34 AM


Originally Posted by mike135531bubba (Post 12606570)
i went with non-adjustable lower control arms w/ the poly bushings because my car only sees the track once or twice a year and it will remain stock height

poly is not good for cornering. you should have atleast got the roto on one end.

but to each there own.

z28bryan Dec 11, 2009 09:13 AM


Originally Posted by formula123 (Post 12605542)
corners and traction

stock rear

lowered

What kind of traction do you want? Different modifications can effect different kinds of traction :)

Striker Dec 11, 2009 09:44 AM

Are the relocation brackets totally neccesary and do they require cutting/drilling on the car?

pjb Dec 11, 2009 10:03 AM

my UMI bolt-on relocation brackets required minor cutting of the parking brake cable bracket. traction was greatly improved on my lowered car.

00blacka4 Dec 11, 2009 12:28 PM

what if you want your car to be for drag...(still drivin on the street but sees the track and also driven hard on the street with sticky tires) then would you want the rod ends...im not worried about cornering just going fast in a straight line..

omcar Dec 11, 2009 02:54 PM

Hotchkis non adjustable LCAs w/relocation brackets, adjustable torque arm, sub frame connectors, adjustable QA1s on the rear/stock up front and I cut 1.57 60's.

BMR Tech2 Dec 11, 2009 04:22 PM


Originally Posted by Striker (Post 12608675)
Are the relocation brackets totally neccesary and do they require cutting/drilling on the car?

To eliminate wheel hop and get the best weight transfer that are a very good addition. We offer both a weld in version and a bolt in one as well. Both versions are made from 3/16" laser cut cold rolled steel and will not alter your wheel base. If you have any questions please let me know.

99Bluz28 Dec 11, 2009 08:54 PM

These are BMR relocation brackets, and here's where you would need to do some minor cutting.
http://i523.photobucket.com/albums/w...nsion013-1.jpg

The Double S Dec 12, 2009 10:44 AM


Originally Posted by Striker (Post 12608675)
Are the relocation brackets totally neccesary and do they require cutting/drilling on the car?

If you don't have wheel hop they arn't necessary.

Thule Dec 12, 2009 12:59 PM

UMI non adjustable lca's here, and umi relocation brackets, car lowered 1.2" no wheelhop at all

Striker Dec 12, 2009 01:38 PM

Basically from what I read on UMI's website they claim that if you are lowered, get the relocation brackets for the LCA's. Any care to agree/disagree?


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