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Topic: k-member upgrade
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stroked50
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I got an 89gt with a fully built motor and looking to upgrade my k-member. not that it matters, but it's a d.s.s. 331 forged kit with 185 afr's, edelbrock performer intake, 70mm t-body, 24 lbs. injectors, 75mm mass, 1.6 rollers, custom ground cam, mac cold air, pulleys, electric fan, bassani x w/cats, hooker ceramic coated equal length shorties, tremec tko 500 with steeda tri-ax shifter, spec stage 2, 4.10's w/ auburn posi, cobra rear brakes, and more. I just hit 1100 miles on the motor and getting ready to dyno. Anyway, I'm looking into a full steeda suspension but need some suggestions on a k-member. I have maximum motorsports, groundpounder, and griggs in mind but need some suggestions. My setup will be intended for road race but occasional 1/4 mile. Any help would be great. stroked50@tmail.com----- Also, have a friend getting rid of a gt40 intake for $300 with less than 2000 miles on it. I might pick it up so my edelbrock will be for sale. The upper on my edelbrock is polished- make an offer if interested.
Posts: 13 | From: Fremont | Registered: Jun 2004
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AJBlackGT
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I just got a D&D k member, a arms, and coilovers. I'll let you know how they work out and fit.
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Posts: 1896 | From: Sacramento | Registered: Dec 2003
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mtbaughs
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Member # 4052
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I'd suggest either Griggs or Maximum Motorsports. Anything else doesn't have the geometry improvements or R&D time spent building the parts. I am not a fan of Steeda's parts for the most part. Both above mentioned companies make quality parts. If I had to decide between them GRIGGS ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
Posts: 2019 | From: Boise, Idaho | Registered: Jan 2004
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88blackstanggt
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ive heard that griggs has a problem with their k members breaking so i would go with maximum motorsports cause a friend of mine was not pleased with the d&d components
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2005 kawasaki zx10r
Posts: 232 | From: Antioch | Registered: Jun 2004
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BlackDrop50
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I only buy Maximum Motorsports but Griggs would be a good alternative. The groundpounder is for drag racing, think you wanna stick with the above 2.
Posts: 1379 | From: 510 East Bay | Registered: Aug 2002
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BlacksheepMod50
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I have the D&D and I've loved it, but I use mine for street driving and drag race. Handles like a dream now... granted I've never driven anyone elses car which had suspension upgrades but I know I can hang corners much easier.
Posts: 288 | From: Fair Oaks (Sacramento) | Registered: Jan 2003
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stroked50
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maximum and griggs are both pretty pricy, but I'd rather spend more and get better. My car will be daily driven but will see the 1/4 mile and maybe some road course. I just want an all out suspension that can do a little of both 1/4 and road).
Posts: 13 | From: Fremont | Registered: Jun 2004
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BUCK_FIFTY
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I read in racingsouthwest.com forums that Griggs recommend replacing their K-members after a few months because they break or bend. I suppose its due to the lack of bracing in the rear of the k-member. M/M is most likely the best built but gives up the weight savings.
Posts: 789 | From: 510 | Registered: Jan 2002
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mtbaughs
Road Racer
Member # 4052
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Originally posted by Yung Than:
I read in racingsouthwest.com forums that Griggs recommend replacing their K-members after a few months because they break or bend. I suppose its due to the lack of bracing in the rear of the k-member.
Hmm post a link for that info. I've never seen that before from their K-members
Posts: 2019 | From: Boise, Idaho | Registered: Jan 2004
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cvr 5.0
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maximum motorsports all the way ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
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Posts: 977 | From: Fremont ,ca | Registered: Jun 2003
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