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02-07-2007, 10:58 PM
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new to suspension ok i have a 98 z w t tops!! i know i need sfc and i was wondering what other suspension parts should i get so that my car can handle the lil mods i plan on doing, i heard its best to get a adjustable panhard bar over just a simple one can ya ll please get bak to me??
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I agree with the adjustable PHB...it is a must if you change ride height. If you get a rod/rod one it will solve the annoying side hop over bumps.
I disagree w the SFCs being manditory. I put SLP 3pt on 1st. B4 I read alot here. I ended up taking them off. It is very debatable if they are a benifit. It is in no way proven to do anything besides make the car heavier. Many (including me) think ride harshness was increased. Read the thread about the quarter panned dimples for more on this:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/647533-bad-sfc-install-cause-dimples.html
Ok here is MHO on suspension upgrade pecking order:
1. Good HIGH Perf tires
2. Quality Shocks (Koni SAs)
3. Adjustable PHB
4. Sway Bars (Stranos)
5. Springs
There is a ton of info on here...read much b4 u buy.
Good luck w the project!
I disagree w the SFCs being manditory. I put SLP 3pt on 1st. B4 I read alot here. I ended up taking them off. It is very debatable if they are a benifit. It is in no way proven to do anything besides make the car heavier. Many (including me) think ride harshness was increased. Read the thread about the quarter panned dimples for more on this:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/647533-bad-sfc-install-cause-dimples.html
Ok here is MHO on suspension upgrade pecking order:
1. Good HIGH Perf tires
2. Quality Shocks (Koni SAs)
3. Adjustable PHB
4. Sway Bars (Stranos)
5. Springs
There is a ton of info on here...read much b4 u buy.
Good luck w the project!
02-08-2007, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by subtlez28
Ok here is MHO on suspension upgrade pecking order:
1. Good HIGH Perf tires
2. Quality Shocks (Koni SAs)
3. Adjustable PHB
4. Sway Bars (Stranos)
5. Springs
There is a ton of info on here...read much b4 u buy.
Good luck w the project!
1. shocks
2. bars
3. springs (but if you are inclined to them it makes sense to do them with shocks)
3a. If springs come before bars than a PHB is recommended at the same time or a next step.
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