Font suspension/steering wear items

[Scothew]

What items would you guys recommend replacing to correct my front end. I have a bad problem with the drivers side not being able to align properly causing it to chew up tires. I know the car has been wrecked at some point before me. Paul had it checked and his alignment guy said it was a bent strut or spindle. I have replaced the strut since i have owned the car so my guess at that point would be spindle.

Also the car makes a poping or creaking noise when you turn the wheel from side to side when going slow or sitting still.

I want to replace the tie-rod ends since they just have so many miles, and i think may have something to do with the noise i've been hearing. Also Doug904 checked with astro and his friend can get me a spindle fairly cheap for that side.

On steeda's site I found these which I thought may not be a bad thing to do since mine apperently have been hit before and just to rule those out as a problem. Plus the new bushings/ball joints surely would be better than what is on my car now. http://www.steeda.com/store/-catalog/161-M-3075-D.htm

[95GTMan]

Sounds like a plan. You may want to look into Steedas bumpsteer kit instead of getting replacement tie rod ends.

[Scothew]

I've looked at that and discussed it with Paul before. We both questioned how well a non-greasable bearing is going to last on a daily driven car.

[Sendero]

The F-LCA's aren't a bad idea. I think my lower balljoints are coming up for replacement. On the bumpsteer kit, I really wouldn't do that unless you've got a good drop in the front. Its been so long since I've seen your car (or you for that matter) I cannot remember how much drop you have in the front.

On Edit: The swaybar endlinks and "holder" bushings probably need to be replaced. I'd also look at your rack mounts too.

[96GTS]

Get this
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7969844896&category=33589

and these
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7970175028&category=33589

And a decent price on some spindles
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7970175028&category=33589

And get those 03 Cobra A-arms/ball joints (but check Randy's price before buying from Steeda)

Also, might want to replace the steering shaft if you can find s good deal. The flaming river one that MM sells is nice, but not cheap...

Dont get a bump steer kit. OEM tie rods are fine for you.

After all that, if you can get it within spec, your frame is fuct:(

[Scothew]

I do have poly urethane bushings on my sway bar endlinks, along with FRPP alum offset rack bushings.

Nathan the car has a good drop on it with the "C" springs.
http://www.scothew.com/images/Scotts%20Car%20004.jpg

[joker]

definitely do something about the ball joints while you are getting work done. They dont last forever and a broken one will lead to anything front your front end slamming the ground to a world of crap if it happens when you are driving.

[Ponygirl]

What is a Font suspension? Is that something new? :poke:

[Scothew]

What is a Font suspension? Is that something new? :poke:

This is what I was talking about... :jester:

[Ponygirl]

This is what I was talking about... :jester:

You make it way to easy for me. I need a little giggle every once in a while. You spelled suspension right but I assume the "Font" actually meant Front. :D

[Scothew]

Yeah it was supposed to be front. I've been really lazy with my typing today.

You dont like my custom font though? I thought the "I" really resembled a steeda sport spring :jester:

[Craig K.]

Scott,
Your heading in the right direction.

The new A-Arms would be good, you might be able to find '03/'04 used Cobra ones from someone going to a tubular set up :shrug: But buying new, you know what you have.

Definatly do not buy heim joint parts for a DD, unles your planning on replacing them often. Usually a track only car will replace them once a year on a full season.

Let me know if you need to use my garage to do any of the work.

[Scothew]

Update: I've found the 03/04 control arms from diversified products for $159.99 (thanks for pointing them out craig) and then I spoke with Tommy (mywillinc) last night and through advanced auto I can get inner and outer tie rod ends for both sides for about $120. Dougs friend at Astro said a spindle would be about $50 so I think thats everything I need. Probably going to order and buy some if not all tomorrow.

[Sendero]

I've found the 03/04 control arms from diversified products for $159.99 (thanks for pointing them out craig)


Link, Link, Link... I probably need to replace mine.

[Scothew]

http://www.buyfordracing.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=534