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Any more suspension mods that I can do?

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Old Mar 9, 2004 | 07:26 PM
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Any more suspension mods that I can do?

Are there any more suspension mods that I can do that will help out my 60' times? They were 2.0 on all 3 runs w/my BFG drag radials at 21psi. I'm going back tomorrow, so today I disconnected the front sway bar and put the pressure at 18psi. I have BMR Boxed weld-in subframe connectors, BMR tubular lower control arms w/polyurethane bushings, and a shock tower brace. Would a panhard rod or torque arm help my 60' times? I forgot to mention I also have a polyurethane torque arm bushing and tranny mount.

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Old Mar 9, 2004 | 08:37 PM
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An adjustable torque will help the most if you dont already have one. That way you can adjust the pinion angle and give the car more "bite". A new panhard wont do anything for straight line really. Save it for when you run out of stuff to put on the car.
Old Mar 9, 2004 | 09:26 PM
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Thanks

Anyone else?
Old Mar 9, 2004 | 09:33 PM
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Are you hooking or spinning?

It isnt a suspension mod , but a Torque converter would help.
Old Mar 9, 2004 | 10:49 PM
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A definate help would be ET Streets, if you want to save your drivetrain, forget that suggestion.

My gains really came with my random tech adjustable torque arm, with the pinion angle set at 3 down.
Subframe connectors will also help you a bunch AND it will help keep your car from twisting, thus helping your windows seal and and stop rattles.
Old Mar 9, 2004 | 10:50 PM
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18 psi and do a good burnout. Should hook pretty decently
Old Mar 9, 2004 | 11:27 PM
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I already have subframe connectors, and I put the tires at 18psi. I'll let you guys know how I do tomorrow.
Old Mar 9, 2004 | 11:28 PM
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I don't know if anyone mentioned it or if you have them but you definately need relocation brackets.
Old Mar 9, 2004 | 11:50 PM
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A good torque arm that mounts off of the tranny would help, like the BMR track-pack or Spohn makes one.
But the best help would be springs/shocks and ET Streets. The Hal Gen-F setup is awesome and really helps in getting the car to launch. Those springs/shocks coupled with a set of ET streets would do wonders for your 60 foot times.
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