[rbgray1]

C5GTO,

Nice touch with the adjustable Heim joint strut rods.

Just so MaSnaka knows, welding on the 1" tubular sleeves that heidts ships with their lower tubular and two 3/16 steel plate gussets to convert to tubular lower A-Arms is not a big deal.

As I mentioned previously in a post, I just took a little longer to do this because I wanted to make absolutely sure that the before and after suspension geometry would be correct. Doing this and the subsequent mock up of the parts on and off the car probably cost me a days work just to ensure a good install, especially based on Redhawk's experience with the process.

What I found geometry wise I posted in a previous thread, and overall found the install to be extremely straight forward. One thing to note is that the conversion costs is appox...

Heidts Upper and lower tubular A-Arms with Ball joints etc.
Upper $300
Lower $420
QA1 375lb Coil Overs with single adjustable shocks $400

I can dig up all the actual part numbers and prices if anyone needs them. All of these items can be ordered through Summit, but the QA1 and Heidts stuff is dropped ship from the manufacturer. I took advantage of Summit's lower cost and their rebate program(earned about $120 in free good from Summit) and ordered from Summit accordingly. Only took 3-4 business days for items to arrive.

Overall, this was a very simple upgrade and one that I'm happy I did and would do again in a minute knowing what I learned through the process.

Either way, your strut rod swap is a good option A or B for MaSnaka, depending on budget and final outcome expectations.

I just felt that since I am so deep into a complete rebuild and update of my car, I didn't want to do anything less than full suspension and brake upgrades to my car as I won't be doing this again in my lifetime. Not that budget isn't an issue, I just wanted to do this while the car is dismantled and the work is easier to perform.