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89notchBack
Member # 11198
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i have a set of long tubes and im gonna drop my k member to install them. should i replace the k member with a better one while its out? if i change my k memeber do i have to change my springs and struts? or should i just install the stock k member after header install?
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FivePTSlow
Member # 7682
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quote: Originally posted by 89notchBack: i have a set of long tubes and im gonna drop my k member to install them. should i replace the k member with a better one while its out? if i change my k memeber do i have to change my springs and struts? or should i just install the stock k member after header install?
I installed a D&D K Member, Tubular A Arms and Coil Overs up front. I'd never want to go back to a stock setup again. Between those parts I saved 70+lbs off of the car, and have a lot of room to work on anything easily now. No more cramped space trying to put in the starter, exhaust, headers etc etc.
Some companies do make tubular control arms and k members that allow you to use stock type suspension, but if you're planning on going tubular you'd be better off just setting up coil overs.
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Greasy
Member # 5258
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I'm assuming this is on the '96 GT in your sig? If you have the money get the tubular front suspension, just like FivePTslow said, do it all, A-arms, K-member, and coilover.
If you wanted to save some money I'd put the stock K-member back in, it's not that bad. You may want a friend under there to give you a hand with the K.
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89notchBack
Member # 11198
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yeah its on my 96 gt. if i install the bbk longtubes can i still use the stock k member until i have the money for a whole front suspension? mine has eibach springs and kyb struts on it right now
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Greasy
Member # 5258
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Yes, your stock K-member should clear the exhaust with no problem.
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89notchBack
Member # 11198
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if down the road i change to coilover in front and new k member and a arms what do i do for the rear?
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Greasy
Member # 5258
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You could leave the rear the way it is or go with coilover and tubular control arms.
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89notchBack
Member # 11198
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is the rear as easy to swich as the front or is the rear easier?
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5.0 LsX
Member # 10017
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i would at least change the k member if you plan on doing it eventually and are taking the stock one off anyways. all of the stock components will bolt to it. the rear is easier imo, wouldnt suggest rear coilovers if you daily drive it, but if you do, get the upgraded mounting brackets for them
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89notchBack
Member # 11198
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yeah its my dd what brands should i look at that can use my current suspension set up? also is there anything i can do to gain better traction?? i have to feather it into third and its annoying
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5.0 LsX
Member # 10017
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i personally like AJE's new design on the k member, but i have the older version and its taken a beating for the last 3 years with no issues. i think they are one of the lightest k members too. a lot of options for the rear depending on what you use the car for..whats the current set up?
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89notchBack
Member # 11198
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i have kyb shocks and struts and eibach springs not sure which ones the are exactly, the shocks and struts are silver and the springs are blue
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autumnstang97
Member # 6111
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I believe blue springs are the Sportlines...maybe?
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autumnstang97
Member # 6111
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I know the Pro Kit are black.
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5.0 LsX
Member # 10017
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i would just up grade the shocks all around and eventually do the front coilover setup. best rear setup is MM hd lower control arms, trq arm, and panhard bar
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89notchBack
Member # 11198
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the sportlines are that redish purple color springs i have those on my 98 these dropped mine a little further than those did. if i put the panhard bar on do i have to run turndowns because i have slp right now
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