Are the benefits really worth it while the engine is out of the car? I do not need the extra room for fitment, so it would purely be for weight/handling... all though I am not sure how much it helps the latter.

 

i am getting one for clearance. Weight wise i think it knocks off like 40 or so lbs. If you dont need it for clearance, and you need the money for something else, go for it. Otherwise, weight off the front end never hurts

 

Yeah the weight savings seems fun. Sadly the only real reason i want it is for a ricer reason... its pretty. i consdered going all tubular UMI up front, a arms, k member and my stb

 

If I ever have my engine out, I'm getting one. I like the weight reduction (and the improvement in weight distribution). The added clearance and better looks are a nice bonus.

 

this time around I am getting one, but mine will be for a pinto manual rack.

Loose the power steering, AC, smog, everything but alternator, and get allt ubular stuff, it makes it fun with high-stall launches N/A, i cant even imagine in boost. Wheels up for sure if you hook

 

I went with entirely tubular front suspension. It saved a GOOD chunk of weight. Once you add the turbo+intercooler+piping though, you gain some (or all of it) back.

Also your K member is there to protect the engine as much as hold it in place. Not that we *want* to go offroading in our cars, but if you go off pavement it'll be more devastating. Just something to think about.

 

Making deals on all UMI parts, when you are ready, PM me!

 

Yes.

 

You can also search for 'k-member' over here:

http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/



-Scott.

 

No.

unless you need the clearance or you have money to burn.

in my case, typical forged 383 build, and i thought about it, $400 to save 35lbs (equivalent of maybe 5 hp).. or $400 for nitrous (150 hp), guess which one i went with..

there are waay more economic ways to go faster

 

I would say they are worth it. For me its all about the weight issue.

 

Just make sure you are comfortable with the potential reduced durability on the street. There are certain brands out there that have been known to fail (develop cracks or fail catastrophically) with the rigors of street driving. Even if you get a real beefy one I would be inspecting for fatigue on a regular basis. And to me, a real strong piece does not offer significant weight reduction anyhow.

The road race guys have mixed feelings. Make sure to get their input.

-Scott.

 

I had a PA K member, spohn a-arms and kyb adjustables on my 96, I drive in memphis and they didnt like these roads. I busted the end off a shock and it bent a upper arm. Now with my 95 Z , I still have the stock stuff on it while Im using it as a daily. Next spring it will become a track car and Ill go tubular on it. If it will be your daily make sure you do consider the reliablitly issue.

 

Not doubting you but I've never heard of a failure.
If you have any links handy post them please.

 

The feature I like the best is wrenching access from under the car; really opens up access!