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Old 03-02-2009, 01:51 PM
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I am in the market for some lower control arms to eliminate my wheel hop. I found some J&M ones for $114.55, wondering if anyone has ever tried these? I also found some from Massive and UMI perfomance. Just wondering if anyone has ever tried any of these, I found them all on ebay. Thanks.
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Old 03-02-2009, 06:32 PM
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The UMI stuff is good, Sam Strano sells it.

I went with the Chrome Molly double adjustable poly/rod Spohn LCA.

They are awesome and quiet with proper maintanence, ie greasing.
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Old 03-02-2009, 07:54 PM
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The J&M arms are top notch! I have the extreme joint ones that sell for $174 and I can't fault them one bit. They ride better than stock!

I would not hesitate to buy the poly ball arms, but if you want a little less wheel hop, then get the extreme joint ones. I have not noticed any more road noise over the stock arms.

If you are lower, get relocation brackets.
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Old 03-03-2009, 12:39 PM
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I decided to go with the j&m extreme joint ones. Hope they will improve my launches and eliminate that wheel hop. Thanks!
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Take a look at Metcos. They are a little more expensive, but worth it.
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Old 03-03-2009, 08:26 PM
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Are these things pretty easy to install? Do I have to grease them first or are they good to go? I purchased the j&m ones. Is installation just as simple as removing the old ones and putting the new ones in? Can I let the rear end hang loose or do I have to hold it up with jack stands. Thanks.
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Old 03-03-2009, 08:41 PM
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Originally Posted by moosestang
The J&M arms are top notch! I have the extreme joint ones that sell for $174 and I can't fault them one bit. They ride better than stock!

I would not hesitate to buy the poly ball arms, but if you want a little less wheel hop, then get the extreme joint ones. I have not noticed any more road noise over the stock arms.

If you are lower, get relocation brackets.
Are those still good for handling as well? These are my next purchase, just picked up a Steeda UCA for a good deal
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i have metco UCA and LCA's in the mail...american made and nothing but great reviews...ill give u my own when the salt goes away
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I just ordered the J&M Extremes as well for my '06. I've been researching LCAs for a long time and many have had squeak/noise problems, however, these looked interesting. Once I receive and install them I'll post an evaluation as well

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Hello, just wanted to give you another option. We have several styles of lower control arms non adjutable, adjustable and billet versions. If you have any questions please give me a call.

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