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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 03:48 PM
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Well i've spent enough time on the engine, i think its about time to work on the suspension. I've got an ebay Strut Bar which actaully made a difference in my handling, but other than that, what would you guys suggest as my first suspension mod?
 
Old Jul 22, 2006 | 04:25 PM
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Depending on how far you want to go, I would suggest lowering springs if you're on a budget or coilovers if you're not.
 
Old Jul 22, 2006 | 04:56 PM
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What's the budget?

I'd suggest doing a rear disk brake conversion, LCA and sways....than do struts/springs...
 
Old Jul 22, 2006 | 06:16 PM
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LCA's, rear sway bar, and full coilovers(if u have $600+ to spend on just coilovers) or struts and springs for about $400 or so...but that'll give u the best handling
 
Old Jul 22, 2006 | 08:34 PM
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coils would be sweet, if not..i say springs and shocks first
 
Old Jul 23, 2006 | 10:15 AM
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Well ive got kind of a tight budget, so i'm probably not doing coilovers. What does LCA stand for? And other than Tien, what are so good brand names that i should look into?
 
Old Jul 23, 2006 | 10:23 AM
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H&R, RS*R, Eibach, Suspension Techniques, Nuespeed, Skunk2; last two give 2" drop or more.
 
Old Jul 23, 2006 | 11:18 AM
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LCA is for Lower Control Arms. u can get megan racing ones on ebay for like $100. im pretty sure if u are planning on getting a rear sway bar that u'll need aftermarket LCA's because the stock ones dont have a hole in them for the end links to go in...
 
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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 12:12 PM
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I don't agree with the LCAs but everything else looks good, remember suspension is not something to cheap out on, go with name brands.
 



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