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Old Feb 17, 2007 | 11:38 PM
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Wheel Hop

When I try to launch hard in my 99 Z28 M6, I get a lot of wheel hop and chatter from the rear end. After doing a little research, I think what I need is a torque arm. Does this sound right?
Old Feb 18, 2007 | 09:36 AM
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Only if you're putting down enough power to deform the stock torque arm, or the front bushing. LCA's may need to be upgraded to get rid of the sloppy rubber bushings. And LCA relocation brackets go a long way toward minimizing wheel hop.
Old Feb 18, 2007 | 12:41 PM
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After doing some quick research, I see that LCA relocation is a very good suggestion. Thanks for the advice
Old Feb 18, 2007 | 01:42 PM
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i'd start with the small stuff....the torque arm bushing and the LCAs...

if that cures it...no need for the relocation brackets
Old Feb 19, 2007 | 01:25 AM
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Originally Posted by teke184
i'd start with the small stuff....the torque arm bushing and the LCAs..

if that cures it...no need for the relocation brackets
The small stuff is a great idea and boxed lca maybe able to get from SLP.
Old Feb 19, 2007 | 07:33 AM
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you mean boxed stockers?? i wouldn't bother...

just pony up for some tubular poly/rubber units from BMR...nice street compromise
Old Feb 19, 2007 | 06:24 PM
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You can get boxed steel Lakewood's with poly bushings from Summit for around $90
Old Feb 20, 2007 | 04:25 PM
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We'd suggest spohn LCA's with relocation brackets. Get combo and the pricing is excellent.
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