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Old 03-29-2010, 07:01 AM
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If you're running LCAs with spherical bushings on both ends, but stock UCAs do you still need the quad shocks?

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Nope you can take them off.
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Old 03-29-2010, 08:25 AM
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You go, 98red
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Old 03-29-2010, 09:07 AM
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would it hurt to leave them on?
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Old 03-29-2010, 01:14 PM
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^ yes

Taking them off frees up some articulation for the rear axle a bit, so somewhat improvement in handling.

Taking them off will add a bit more clearance for wider wheels as they sometimes rub

Taking them off means you don't have to replace them one day at additional expense

Taking them off will save a couple lb's of weight to get one closer to the illusive 8 sec. 1/4 mile

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Originally Posted by Jazzer The Cat
You go, 98red
haha well i learned from the best. I read that suspension guide like 800 times! lol
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