Spreader bar questions
07-10-2017, 10:26 PM
#41
Burning Brakes
07-11-2017, 06:37 AM
#42
Le Mans Master
Thoughts on the handling effect of the spreader bar install? I am always amazed by folks who put a front spreader bar on and then say the result was not that noticeable..If you don't notice a BIG difference, something in the install is wrong.....
07-14-2017, 04:37 PM
#45
Melting Slicks
Front:
Speedirect spreader bar
Custom blueprinted/rebuilt OEM steering box with Olite steering shaft bushing eliminating all steering play
Poly upper and lower control arm bushings
550 springs 1.5 inch shorter than stock gymkhana springs
OEM 1 1/8 front sway bar with poly mounting and endlink bushings
Bilstein HD's with poly bushings
255/45/17 ZR ultra high performance summer only tires
Rear:
360 VBP composite monospring with poly end cushings
Competition adjustable struts with Heim joints..no bushings
GM Style 3/4 inch rear sway bar with poly mounting bushings
Bilstein Sports
255/50/17 ZR ultra high performance summer only tires
07-14-2017, 04:59 PM
#46
Team Owner
I installed Van Steels a few months ago. No welding needed and I am running an engine driven fan. I have about a 1/4 inch clearance between the WP pulley and the bar. I did notice an increase in steering feel and response. I did not notice a difference in stiffness of the front end. It has to be better though.
07-14-2017, 05:48 PM
#47
Le Mans Master
Unfortunately I have Kuhmo ESCTA SPT ultra high performance summer only tires ZR (W Rated) that I do not think made any longer in that size in that model tire. There a lots of choices in other tire brands....
10-04-2017, 02:14 PM
#48
Drifting
Thread Starter
Had it in the shop the last few weeks, while the frame was technically within specs, there was no room to do an alignment correctly. Had them pull the frame out enough to get my alignment correct and no more white knuckling it due to pavement crown.