How do i start gathering suspension parts for a 4lug, Where to buy, what to pay , options , opinions |
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How do i start gathering suspension parts for a 4lug, Where to buy, what to pay , options , opinions |
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Apr 1 2019, 11:09 AM
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What to keep the car 4 lug fuchs But i honestly dont know much about 914 suspension philosophy or even what parts i need or where to start. I have really studied the elephant racing suspension builder . but before i pull the trigger on something that expensive i wanted to check here Car is only driven on street What do i need And what kinda budget will i need I already have new rear springs yet to be installed But thats all (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif) |
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Apr 1 2019, 08:08 PM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,315 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Clay's suggestion is right on for a good riding car that can handle. Usually, new shocks f & r (anything but KYB's), new rear springs 90-100lb and front & rear anti sway bars. Turbo tie rods and ball joints because they are usually worn out unless you know they have been done already. If you go heavier springs and torsion bars, it's really easy to get a harsh ride if the roads are rough. Especially torsion bars since you feel the harshness through the wheel. If you want or need new suspension bushings, that means taking the whole suspension apart so plan on a much bigger job.
BTW - It helps to use the proper tools to assemble the suspension but a large pipe wrench is the right tool to remove the top cap on the strut insert and the threaded ring that holds the ball joint to the a-arm. An impact wrench with a socket removes the top nut that secures the front strut in the car in seconds. |
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