<![CDATA[LS1TECH - Suspension & Brakes]]> http://www.ls1tech.com/forums Springs | Shocks | Handling | Rotors en Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:56:49 GMT vBulletin 60 http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:www.ls1tech.com/get/forums//images/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[LS1TECH - Suspension & Brakes]]> http://www.ls1tech.com/forums Relocation bracket question http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207730-relocation-bracket-question.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:42:47 GMT Since I installed my relocation brackets a few year back, I noticed that my wheels appear to be off center in respect to the wheel arch. They appear to be around 1-1.5" towards the back of the car.

I read somewhere that the relocation brackets are for lowered cars(mine isn't), so would it be necessary for me to install adjustable lca's to fix this problem? ]]> big dave http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207730-relocation-bracket-question.html suspension question? http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207607-suspension-question.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:24:36 GMT Sorry if this is a silly question but it has been bugging me for some time. I have a 93 Z28. At one point it was up on a lift at a Chevy dealer and I was told the car had a lift kit installed. Later on I was told by another mechanic that my car had adjustable suspension or something like that so... Sorry if this is a silly question but it has been bugging me for some time. I have a 93 Z28. At one point it was up on a lift at a Chevy dealer and I was told the car had a lift kit installed. Later on I was told by another mechanic that my car had adjustable suspension or something like that so that it could be lowered or raised. I am not the first owner of this car and I am wondering if what these people are saying about the suspension and a lift kit makes any sense?? If so what does it sound like has been done to my ride?
Thanks in advance. ]]> spirit1411 http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207607-suspension-question.html Question about lowering springs.and front struts http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207605-question-about-lowering-springs-front-struts.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:16:57 GMT Well i have my mind set on purchasing some lowering springs soon to drop the car a little bit to prepare it for the wheel tire combo coming.But upon discussing this with a friend he says were the car has struts on the front that springs along will not lower it..I have the stock struts from the... Well i have my mind set on purchasing some lowering springs soon to drop the car a little bit to prepare it for the wheel tire combo coming.But upon discussing this with a friend he says were the car has struts on the front that springs along will not lower it..I have the stock struts from the factory on the car and was almost 100 percent positive a set of lowering springs would lower the car all the way around.


He may have heard wrong but i thought i would post just to make sure,I also am looking into some new struts for the front as mine are shot and ride like ass,So any ideas on what would be a good way to go would be appreciated.Not looking to spend a ridiculous amount to drop the car 1.25-1.5 inches. and have it ride a little better because it is a daily driver that sees some track time ]]> ls1chris http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207605-question-about-lowering-springs-front-struts.html whats the best lca http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207604-whats-best-lca.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:08:53 GMT what is the best lcas for the money... what is the best lcas for the money... ]]> layz http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207604-whats-best-lca.html front brake upgrade choices? http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207490-front-brake-upgrade-choices.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:58:58 GMT Playing with the idea of spending $ for my xmas on Upgrading my front brakes instead of power:eek2:.

02 Z running 17x9.5 ZR1 up front/17x11 back with 50 offset iirc (oe replica black with machined lip) As much as I'd like to i'm not ready to go for a porsche//brembo setup yet and don't have big enough wheels for the CTS-V :hump:

I am considering the SSBC force 10 4 piston kit and braided ss lines on all 4's, and was also kinda looking at Strange/wilwood but don't know much about them. I am open to other options (not interested in the c5 conversion)

This is my DD and as much as the stock brakes work well around town We all know what happens with some real usage.

My main goal other than upgraded brake performance 24/7 is bringing it down from high speed quickly and reliably with increased stopping power (kinda the same thing) gut wrenching stops would be just fine:D

Feedback on any of the listed possibilities or further suggestions are welcome :)

prices would be nice if you suggest another option, i'd prefer straight bolt up kits but if i need to cut shit then that's fine.


Thanks guys, its 3am and time for bed. ]]> RiceEaterZ http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207490-front-brake-upgrade-choices.html Whats a better option... http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207468-whats-better-option.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:12:56 GMT ...for street/strip application; suspension components with poly-ends or rod-ends? and why? ...for street/strip application; suspension components with poly-ends or rod-ends? and why? ]]> monster81 http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207468-whats-better-option.html Hotchkis Springs Pics! http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207267-hotchkis-springs-pics.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:34:43 GMT Just installed my hotchkis springs and kyb agx shocks last night. Figured I would throw a few pics up so people can see the ride height. My car is filthy but it wont stop raining damn Washington. I have the rear isolators out as well. I will post up some better pics when the weather clears up. Just installed my hotchkis springs and kyb agx shocks last night. Figured I would throw a few pics up so people can see the ride height. My car is filthy but it wont stop raining damn Washington. I have the rear isolators out as well. I will post up some better pics when the weather clears up.
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]]> 98LS1Kid http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207267-hotchkis-springs-pics.html BMR Launches New Product - G8 Rear Suspension Bushing Kit (BK007) http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207182-bmr-launches-new-product-g8-rear-suspension-bushing-kit-bk007.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:36:36 GMT *BMR Fabrication* *Rear Suspension Bushing Kit for Pontiac G8 GT* Minimize suspension deflection and improve overall handling in your Pontiac G8 GT with a Rear Suspension Bushing Kit from BMR Fabrication. Manufactured from low-deflection polyurethane, this kit includes lower control arm...
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Rear Suspension Bushing Kit for Pontiac G8 GT



Minimize suspension deflection and improve overall handling in your Pontiac G8 GT with a Rear Suspension Bushing Kit from BMR Fabrication. Manufactured from low-deflection polyurethane, this kit includes lower control arm outer bushings, upper control arm inner bushings, and trailing arm outer bushings. The BMR Rear Suspension Bushing Kit (BK007) minimizes bushing deflection in all rear suspension links. Reduced movement in these key areas ensures maximum power transmission to the wheels resulting in better traction and more predictable handling during hard cornering maneuvers. Available in black.


To preview all of BMR’s high-performance suspension parts, please visit www.bmrfabrication.com, email sales@bmrfabrication.com, or contact them at BMR Fabrication, 12581 US Highway 301 North, Thonotosassa, FL 33592, 813-986-9302, Fax: 813-986-8055.

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]]> BMR Fabrication Inc. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207182-bmr-launches-new-product-g8-rear-suspension-bushing-kit-bk007.html suspension is very noisy http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207131-suspension-very-noisy.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:15:16 GMT When im going over bumps and turning.. the rear is making alot of noises.. Is it my struts going out or should i just take it to the shop and get it lubed up? When im going over bumps and turning.. the rear is making alot of noises.. Is it my struts going out or should i just take it to the shop and get it lubed up? ]]> BladeX10 http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207131-suspension-very-noisy.html WTB Lowering Springs http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207046-wtb-lowering-springs.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:30:45 GMT im looking for some springs for my trans am i heard eaither BMR or Strainos were pretty good. does anyone have any good springs for sale with a good price im looking for some springs for my trans am i heard eaither BMR or Strainos were pretty good. does anyone have any good springs for sale with a good price ]]> ITheGuardianI http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207046-wtb-lowering-springs.html c-5 brake upgrade http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207005-c-5-brake-upgrade.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:42:04 GMT alright c5 brake conversation is done and the different is night and day. Image: http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h274/redhotlt-1/brakeupgrade001.jpg Image: http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h274/redhotlt-1/brakeupgrade003.jpg Image:... alright c5 brake conversation is done and the different is night and day.



:corn: ]]> redhot lt-1 http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1207005-c-5-brake-upgrade.html Tunnel brace http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206926-tunnel-brace.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:18:09 GMT I 'd like to know how many people took off the tunnel brace behind the crossmember mines awful close to the exhaust and sure seems to flimsy to do anything and in the name of weight reduction every pound counts ]]> ssdeuce74 http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206926-tunnel-brace.html front left caliper bracket http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206870-front-left-caliper-bracket.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:45:48 GMT I have an issue, 1 of the caliper slide pins for the front caliper bracket has siezed inside the caliper bracket. So, long story short, I cannot find a front brake caliper bracket. The caliper is fine, I just need a bracket. All the corner shops have rear brackets but no front brackets. Anyone... I have an issue, 1 of the caliper slide pins for the front caliper bracket has siezed inside the caliper bracket. So, long story short, I cannot find a front brake caliper bracket. The caliper is fine, I just need a bracket. All the corner shops have rear brackets but no front brackets. Anyone know anywhere else other than the dealership. ]]> redz_02 http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206870-front-left-caliper-bracket.html groove marks in rotor http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206856-groove-marks-rotor.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:13:17 GMT My right rear brake rotor has grinded groove marks in them and makes a high pitched noise like somethings rubbing. I just got new rotors and pads I was going to put this weekend and now this noise started happening 2 days ago. Should I be worried I'll need to do more than just pads and rotors? ]]> Asian LSX http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206856-groove-marks-rotor.html wheel hop http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206831-wheel-hop.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:35:49 GMT okay so last night I hit the gas harder then I normally do and noticed I had a bit of wheel hop

currently I have KYB AGX Struts and Shocks, Eiback Pro-Kit Springs, Suspension Techniques Swaybars (1 3/8th in. Front, 1 in. Rear) with Poly Bushings and Endlinks.


could the setting on the AGX's be the cause? ]]> JohnnyBz28 http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/1206831-wheel-hop.html