How worth it are LCAs?

[shaker_and_bake]

Just wondering how noticeable and worth it some lower control arms would be. Looking at MM if I decide to go with some but want some feedback from AF LCA users.

Thanks guys!

[prokill00]

I just installed J&M LCA's 2 weeks ago. I've had them sitting in my room for 8 months. I almost didn't install them because I've been trying to source an IRS but now I wish I did it sooner. The axle doesn't shift side to side anymore so going over bumps when you're up to speed, whether it be on a straight road or on a turn, the car doesn't walk all over. I've noticed an increase in traction (even with bald tires in cold weather). Even though I'm going to replace the SRA for IRS I'm glad I did the LCA's

[lcaptmorg]

One of the best suspension mods you will ever do. Stability, traction, ride height adj if you get the weight jackers. Not a glorious power mod but definitely worth it.

[gfong]

Really worth while mod IMO.

I installed Steeda's 555-2402 Drag Pak Stage 1 which included Aluminum lowers and heavy duty uppers all made in America .
Been on the car since 2006 and still going strong. Just give a few shots of grease to the rears and good to go again.

Good luck with the upgrade, you will enjoy the upgrade no matter what company you choose. Be ready to man handle the stock bushings! On mine we had to burn them out and they had only been in for 3 years!

Along with other things it keeps them nice and straight off the line!

[slojunk91]

Originally Posted by lcaptmorg

One of the best suspension mods you will ever do. Stability, traction, ride height adj if you get the weight jackers. Not a glorious power mod but definitely worth it.

Absolutley agree, Just did Team Z street beast upper & lowers. Some weight savings too with the quad shocks & brackets in the garbage.

[311-420]

Originally Posted by prokill00

I just installed J&M LCA's 2 weeks ago. I've had them sitting in my room for 8 months. I almost didn't install them because I've been trying to source an IRS but now I wish I did it sooner. The axle doesn't shift side to side anymore so going over bumps when you're up to speed, whether it be on a straight road or on a turn, the car doesn't walk all over. I've noticed an increase in traction (even with bald tires in cold weather). Even though I'm going to replace the SRA for IRS I'm glad I did the LCA's

Do yourself a huge favor and forget about the IRS. I ran an 04 IRS for 5 years and getting rid of it was the best thing I've done for my car. There's many reasons the cobra guys are always taking them out for a SRA.

[shaker_and_bake]

Appreciating all the feedback from you guys! Are the LCAs a good investment even when my motor is all stock besides a CAL?

Current Suspension Mods Include:

-MM FLSFCs
-Eibach anti roll kit
-Tokico D-specs
-H&R SS springs

Thanks again guys!

[chronomitch]

I put in MM's adjustable RLCAs and panhard bar a few weeks ago. The rear grip is vastly improved, and the rear end just feels so much more stable and tighter. The only downside was an increase in cabin noise because those parts joined the chassis more rigidly to the drivetrain.

[2k4mach]

Originally Posted by 311-420

Do yourself a huge favor and forget about the IRS. I ran an 04 IRS for 5 years and getting rid of it was the best thing I've done for my car. There's many reasons the cobra guys are always taking them out for a SRA.

fuggen dork

[311-420]

Originally Posted by 2k4mach

fuggen dork

Fug you Mark! I'm still waiting for that fr500 steering wheel you jerk off!

[2k4mach]

Hmmm. Those fr500 steering wheels are pretty hard to find these days


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[TKat13]

I really like the ones below from Wolfe Race Craft and they are made in Texas!:


www.wolferacecraft.com

Only draw back is they do not offer rear sway bar connections, if you want a rear sway bar then you install a different setup, which is my plan eventually.

[311-420]

^ those are nice pieces and at a great price. If I didn't need my car to turn, I'd lose my sway bar and pick up a pair. But they want you to buy their whole rear suspension system to use those. I am keeping the stock 4 link.

[TKat13]

Originally Posted by 311-420

^ those are nice pieces and at a great price. If I didn't need my car to turn, I'd lose my sway bar and pick up a pair. But they want you to buy their whole rear suspension system to use those. I am keeping the stock 4 link.

I was/am also considering the MM rear sway bar setup. They recommend using a setup that is not connected to the control arms. Link here: http://www.maximummotorsports.com/st...roducts_id=551

Not sure if anyone here has used one yet, would like to hear how well it works.

[Mustanger2]

A best bang for the bucks mod! The MM weightjackers completely stopped my wheel hop accelerating both straight & around corners...really plants the rear & gives you a ton more security. The ride got a bit harsher but now I never notice it & love the race car feel & more solid connected response when I hit it.

[03DSG]

MM LCA's here as well I have had a few sets of lower control arms and I wish I had bought these first! That being said I think anything is better than the stock LCA's.

[OWmach1]

I installed bbk lower control arms and left the uca stock and it made a nice difference. The car likes to stay straight now compared to fish tailing when you wot in first and shift into 2nd.

[ab_mach1]

Originally Posted by chronomitch

I put in MM's adjustable RLCAs and panhard bar a few weeks ago. The rear grip is vastly improved, and the rear end just feels so much more stable and tighter. The only downside was an increase in cabin noise because those parts joined the chassis more rigidly to the drivetrain.

I know this is old... But do you have to (or should you) get a pan hard bar when you go with adjustable LCA's? I am planning on going with the MM adjustable's too.

[chronomitch]

You don't need to get a panhard bar, but it definitely helps. A panhard bar will basically prevent the side-to-side movement of the stock 4-link suspension.

[ab_mach1]

Originally Posted by chronomitch

You don't need to get a panhard bar, but it definitely helps. A panhard bar will basically prevent the side-to-side movement of the stock 4-link suspension.

Okay, cool. Not that I don't want one. I just wanted to make sure when I get the LCA's, I'm doing the right thing for the rear alignment etc. Thanks!

[ScreeminMach]

I have the non adjustable MM LCA's and Magnaflow cat back. Does any one know if I can put a PHB on with that set up?

[hotrodnut]

Originally Posted by ScreeminMach

I have the non adjustable MM LCA's and Magnaflow cat back. Does any one know if I can put a PHB on with that set up?

Your Control Arms are not an issue, the exhaust can be positioned to clear the PHB with a little time and patients.

The PHB was the single most improvement in the rear set-up that I have, even with the upper and lower control arm upgrades there was still some lateral movement in the rear end. With the PHB the snap back on corner exit from this movement was completely eliminated.

[ab_mach1]

Originally Posted by hotrodnut

Your Control Arms are not an issue, the exhaust can be positioned to clear the PHB with a little time and patients.



The PHB was the single most improvement in the rear set-up that I have, even with the upper and lower control arm upgrades there was still some lateral movement in the rear end. With the PHB the snap back on corner exit from this movement was completely eliminated.

Does a PHB help launching any? If it helps on both fronts, I believe I'd be interesting in putting one in.


IG: @rcodemach1

[hotrodnut]

Originally Posted by eruza

Does a PHB help launching any? If it helps on both fronts, I believe I'd be interesting in putting one in.


IG: @rcodemach1

I would assume that having virtually no side movement form the rear housing assembly it would.

I do know my car with street tires come out of the hole perfectly straight with no fishtail at all!

[chronomitch]

A decent LCA and panhard bar combination should help with launching and wheel hop. FYI, MM says you can remove your quad shocks once you install their LCAs and panhard bar. That should tell you something.