ROh rims custom made with correct A9x offset ,17x12 rear 17x10 fronts , as they say the bars are an A9x race bar so they are then to suit big rubber ( 15x10s ) .
The bar could much better designed .
And springs are Bedford van...front A9X...rear.
Group C A9X front sway bar?
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 07:18 AM
I think from memory I have a Whiteline front mounted bar on my Race Car... I will get picks of it for you. I have used it in 11 events and so far all ok.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 09:57 AM
I have that exact type of bar from Micheal Wards car, I am running 9 1/4 rims on the front and have a lot of tyre clearance. It has the same adjustable eyelets with 4 drill holes on the bracket and 4 drill holes on the bar end for adjustment also.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 10:51 AM
Can we get a number for Michael Ward?..Maybe he makes them.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 11:50 AM
I think this is the company.
Wardsport Wheel Alignment & Balancing
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Wardsport Wheel Alignment & Balancing
23 Chard Rd
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 12:23 PM
Just spoke to Michael..he is thinking of doing some brackets and stuff. Gave him the website so he might comment for us.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 04:29 PM
Interesting discussion..He worked for KMAC for 10 years 20 years ago. He has a rear L34 set up he does on his L34/A9X race car that mounts in the std holes. Also says the Bedford springs are the go on the front.(Why didnt anyone tell us this before?)..He says if you use them..1100lbs...you only need a Whiteline or KMAC bar at 24mm...its perfect. Also says in racing conditions you would be advised to strengthen the lower arms as per XU1 as they flex there as well when the forces come down the drop link from the front bar..ALSO..(I asked a lot!)..The further the drop link is towards the rear of the bar the softer the settings so if you want to tight up the front more...you need to slide the adjustable slipper towards the radiator....and yes...that is the pic of the front of his race car as stated above..Whew!!..Think thats all I remember! REALLY nice bloke..very accomodating.Hope he comes on the site and has a yarn..he asked for the website address.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 05:49 PM
Hi guys
Thanks for all the info. Rory where is the best place to purchase the bedford style springs. What would this combo be like on the street. Would it be too stiff.
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Thanks for all the info. Rory where is the best place to purchase the bedford style springs. What would this combo be like on the street. Would it be too stiff.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 06:10 PM
Probably Bob..It is a race setup..For street just go with the Lovells/Kings std l34/A9X stuff.They are 800lbs and work well..the bedfords are 1100lbs..rock hard..but will handle great.
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Posted 15 May 2007 - 10:05 PM
Hi Rorym
The car will see it'll street use. The car will mainly be used as a hill climb, time trail events and a little bit of drag racing. Will the 800lb with 24mm sway bar. Looking at running 250lb rears with a small sway bar. Will this set up suit my requirements.
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The car will see it'll street use. The car will mainly be used as a hill climb, time trail events and a little bit of drag racing. Will the 800lb with 24mm sway bar. Looking at running 250lb rears with a small sway bar. Will this set up suit my requirements.
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Posted 16 May 2007 - 09:16 AM
That sounds pretty much like what Howard runs on LITRE8 and he is happy with it.Think his rear bar is 18mm/20mm..Howard?
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Posted 16 May 2007 - 12:59 PM
Correct, rear bar is about 20mm while front bar is 27mm . Springs sound correct, 840/280(ish).
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Posted 16 May 2007 - 01:18 PM
Hi litre8
What sort of front sway bar do you have on your car. Is it a front mount and what brand makes a 27mm one. Otherwise how do you find the set up. Will it handle drag racing as well as street sprint and time trail events.
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What sort of front sway bar do you have on your car. Is it a front mount and what brand makes a 27mm one. Otherwise how do you find the set up. Will it handle drag racing as well as street sprint and time trail events.
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Posted 16 May 2007 - 03:32 PM
Hi
Aren't both of those bars in that thread 24mm. I looked up on there websites and thats all that comes up. They both supply 24mm bars. Will one of the make a 27mm bar for me at the same price.
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Aren't both of those bars in that thread 24mm. I looked up on there websites and thats all that comes up. They both supply 24mm bars. Will one of the make a 27mm bar for me at the same price.
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Posted 16 May 2007 - 05:40 PM
Whiteline wanted $20 extra to do a 27mm to me...pay in advance and no return as it was special order..guess KMAC would be the same. You need to understand if you go harder on the front springs you only need the 24mm bar.
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Posted 16 May 2007 - 07:50 PM
I had the 27mm bar custom made by Whiteline to the same shape as the original KMac one. Dont remember the cost (1991).
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Posted 07 September 2007 - 02:57 PM
OK..All will be reveiled! I just ordered my K MAC adjustable front bar.
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