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Old 10-11-2006, 02:40 PM
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i have an 89 5.0 vert. the ride is real sloppy. what have you done to tighten things up.
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Old 10-11-2006, 02:41 PM
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There are tons of things you can do to tighten up a vert (that you can also do to a coupe) However since I don't own a vert I guess I can't respond.
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Old 10-11-2006, 02:46 PM
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full length weld in sub-frame connectors help TONS!!!!

www.maximummotorsports.com sells suspension upgrade kits
that can take it as far as your wallet can handle.

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Old 10-11-2006, 02:47 PM
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subframe connectors are a must.... maxiumum motorsports makes them specifically for verts, also you could install strut tower brace, tubular k member, tubular a arms, upper & lower control arms, all poly bushings, shocks,struts, springs, weld in torque boxes. loose some weight, such as take out the spare tire and jack, relocate the battery over the rear pass tire.... check out maximum motorsports summitt,jegs,bilistien, eibach, kyb, etc. for specific prices and apps.
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Old 10-11-2006, 02:48 PM
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I don't own a vert either so I can't say that subframes would be a major help, so would a strut tower brace.
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Old 10-11-2006, 02:50 PM
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yea this really applies to any 5.0 but you gotta follow directions...lol
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Old 10-11-2006, 02:52 PM
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hey r-barn my car looks(looked zakly like yours)i found mine in a salvage yard. i now have a black top and pony wheels. sounds like yours is awesome! thanks for the info.
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The sn95 came from the factory with a strut brace and subframe connectors, so mine rides pretty good. That's one reason I got the sn95. That and the top seals much better. I would do subframe and strut brace to start off and see where that gets you.
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Old 10-12-2006, 12:27 PM
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MM road and track box,, nuff said spend the cash youll be glad you did
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On my vert, I put subframes on it and it tightened it up quite a bit. Springs and control arms also make a world of difference on how any car will handle.
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