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Posted by stroked50 (Member # 4592) on :
 
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.
 
Posted by AJBlackGT (Member # 3936) on :
 
I just got a D&D k member, a arms, and coilovers. I'll let you know how they work out and fit.
 
Posted by mtbaughs (Member # 4052) on :
 
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]
 
Posted by 88blackstanggt (Member # 4654) on :
 
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
 
Posted by BlackDrop50 (Member # 1715) on :
 
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.
 
Posted by GTMustangAlisa (Member # 2378) on :
 
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.
 
Posted by stroked50 (Member # 4592) on :
 
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).
 
Posted by Yung Than (Member # 728) on :
 
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.
 
Posted by mtbaughs (Member # 4052) on :
 
quote:
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
 
Posted by PurpleNotch (Member # 2902) on :
 
i use aje racing with tubular a-arms and love them powder coated and holds up real well [patriot]
 
Posted by cvr 5.0 (Member # 2962) on :
 
maximum motorsports all the way [Big Grin]
 




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