Well, I'm researching for my next mod, and wanted to get some opinions before I pull the trigger. Also wanted to get some opinions on UCA's as well, and if they are really needed.

So far, I like what I hear on the BMR's, here is what I'm looking to get:

http://www.bmrfabrication.com/2005Mustang.htm
TCA019 Tubular Lower Control Arms w/poly bushings $119.95 pr.

Heres a pic of them:



I have never had LCA's put on my car, so I welcome everyone's input on them. Thanks everyone!

 

I've been thinking of getting the Powerhouse LCAs.
Powerhouse LCAs

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(BlackLX4.0 @ February 11, 2006, 12:51 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
I've been thinking of getting the Powerhouse LCAs.
Powerhouse LCAs
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Good find, I can definitely trust Mike when it comes to stuff like this. No doubt these are on his V6 project car.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(rygenstormlocke @ February 11, 2006, 1:54 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Good find, I can definitely trust Mike when it comes to stuff like this. No doubt these are on his V6 project car.
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I like that you don't need to grease them and the built-in parking brake cable retainer.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(BlackLX4.0 @ February 11, 2006, 12:58 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
I like that you don't need to grease them and the built-in parking brake cable retainer.
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Yes, the built in parking brake retainer caught my eye too. Do other's not support that?

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(rygenstormlocke @ February 11, 2006, 1:59 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Yes, the built in parking brake retainer caught my eye too. Do other's not support that?
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None of the one's that I've seen. I've been itching to order those, just waiting until I pay off my CC. Maybe I won't wait, heh. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/04.gif[/img]

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(rygenstormlocke @ February 11, 2006, 11:27 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Well, I'm researching for my next mod, and wanted to get some opinions before I pull the trigger. Also wanted to get some opinions on UCA's as well, and if they are really needed.

So far, I like what I hear on the BMR's, here is what I'm looking to get:

http://www.bmrfabrication.com/2005Mustang.htm
TCA019 Tubular Lower Control Arms w/poly bushings $119.95 pr.


I have never had LCA's put on my car, so I welcome everyone's input on them. Thanks everyone!
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Rygn see if there is anything here you like [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img]
http://exoticperformanceplus.com/performan...ml?category=183

I would definitely pick up the drive shaft loop!!

I would also put a call in to Mike and PHP.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TJ06 @ February 11, 2006, 1:23 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Rygn see if there is anything here you like [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img]
http://exoticperformanceplus.com/performan...ml?category=183

I would definitely pick up the drive shaft loop!!

I would also put a call in to Mike and PHP.
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Thanks! So the drive shaft loop reinforces my drive shaft? What exactly does it do?

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(rygenstormlocke @ February 11, 2006, 12:59 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Thanks! So the drive shaft loop reinforces my drive shaft? What exactly does it do?
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Rygn it's a safety issue with the amount of TQ you will be pulling if (and they could) U joints break the drive shaft will pop off your rear end spinning out of control at a high RPM and could strike you gas tank and that could be dangerous. I would research more because that one said front drive shaft loop which will help but also research it there is a rear loop I thought I read there was a rear awhile ago.

 

You only need a driveshaft loop if you are going to run slicks - it's a safety item required by most tracks (keeps the car from flipping if the front u-joint breaks). But, it's only required for cars running slicks.

 

Hmmm, won't be running slicks this season, but will research it none the less. Thanks everyone.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Scrib @ February 11, 2006, 1:18 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
You only need a driveshaft loop if you are going to run slicks - it's a safety item required by most tracks (keeps the car from flipping if the front u-joint breaks). But, it's only required for cars running slicks.
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Rygn & Scrib in the quote below the guy is not running slicks but street tires, its you're call but Rygn I would install one it's a low cost item. You will be pulling a high amount of TQ that Ford did not test with on the rear end U joints or drive shaft.


<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>"You can look at the pic and see the car has tires that hook up pretty good. I've changed the axles and drive shaft. Also added a safety loop since Ford ran the gas tank right next to the drive shaft. Really good thinking! I don't mind the spinning I'm guessing in the long run if it hooks up I'm going to break something. On another sh-ty note no parts. Looks like another 7-10 days at the least. This really Sucks!!!" [/b][/quote]

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TJ06 @ February 11, 2006, 2:47 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Rygn & Scrib in the quote below the guy is not running slicks but street tires, its you're call but Rygn I would install one it's a low cost item. You will be pulling a high amount of TQ that Ford did not test with on the rear end U joints or drive shaft.
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Well for 100 bucks if it is more safe than I'll do it, just want to do more research on it. But I appreciate you digging this up man. A small price to pay to take extra precautions.

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If u are running an x pipe set up if the driveshaft goes it will rest on top of the x pipe,Wouln't it?

 

Uh...no. You'll lose those pipes, the floorboard tunnel, and lots of other stuff. It's pretty violent, even with a driveshaft loop.

 

If it doesnt hit the ground how can it come up and cause all that havoc u are describing...