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Old May 15, 2003 | 08:58 PM
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just wondering if anyone knows antthing about the -member and tubular a-arms sound great but i wanta know if they are good or bad i mean like does handling or ride quality suffer if you use these any pics would be great
Old May 15, 2003 | 09:06 PM
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From what I've heard they provide better handling by stiffening and lightening the front suspension and don't affect ride quality much at all. That's just what I've heard, I haven't used them myself.
Old May 15, 2003 | 10:19 PM
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thanx , but are you talkin about both used together or just one or the other
Old May 16, 2003 | 01:34 AM
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i have chromoly with no problems........i don't jump ditches though.
Old May 16, 2003 | 08:32 AM
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From what I've read by people that own them, they are great for a drag car because of the weight they save, but they aren't strong enough to handle daily driving or especially autocross type activities.
Old May 16, 2003 | 07:08 PM
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i don't think i would autocross with them but it's mainly of an "over time" situation......plenty of people i know that do the "weekend" thing with them with no problems. if your racing for money you should go with a more suited application.

this subject is something that has been gone over many times across the net. there are so many rumors speculated about it that it's almost not funny any more.

i run mine on the street along with many other people that i know personally as well as across the country with no problems. i have yet to hear of any problems or experience them myself. like with anything, if you abuse it or misuse it your bound to have problems.

good luck.
Old May 17, 2003 | 08:30 AM
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i have one that i am putting in my car and i got the matching arms and will let you know
Old May 17, 2003 | 12:18 PM
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What company are out there that make a tubular k member? I am actually thinking about getting one for my car. Thanks.
Old May 17, 2003 | 09:08 PM
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Hey man, nice ride. I need a favor. Can you take some pics of the kmember? Especially the area around the steering gear. I plan on ordering my kmember shortly to convert to rack and pinion. All for the installation of a supercharger. If it is obvious it still won't fit, I am not sure I will by the kmember.

If you can, I would appreciate it. Thanks, Mike
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