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Hey guys Im looking for some parts for an 03 cobra and I was wondering if you could give me some input and some websites the parts I need are a k member should I go oem or aftermarket "tubular" and which is good quality also the steering rack and pinion and a rear tie rod and end link any help would be great Thanks

 

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DontTryMe said:

Hey guys Im looking for some parts for an 03 cobra and I was wondering if you could give me some input and some websites the parts I need are a k member should I go oem or aftermarket "tubular" and which is good quality also the steering rack and pinion and a rear tie rod and end link any help would be great Thanks

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You looking to do these mods in anticipation of drag racing or road racing? How much money you want to spend? Are you concerned that the safety of the vehicle will be compromised in the event of a crash? All things we need to know before making a recommendation.

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Road race, But would like to get a stock replacemant for the steering rack I can spend 6 or 700 all together and yes safety is an issue also I would like to keep the stock a arms for now if possible

 

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You need to talk to "TheDukeOfEarl" then. He's our resident Terminator road race expert and has more knowledge on this subject than I.

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Sorry I have been away for a bit. If you are looking for good suspension parts that will stand up to road racing then go to Maximum motorsports. The are about the best there is for the price. let me know exactly what you are looking to do with your car and I can give you some ideas.

 

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I don't own a terminator...sadly I really want one though. But I'm heavly into roadracing and I could probably give you some tips.. between me and THEDUKEOFEARL could probably answer most of your questions.

 

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Well guys I found a good deal on a stock k member so I went with that But Im still interested in the aftermarket parts for the near future. Is there an advantage with coilovers compared to non coilover with HR Racing springs Im looking to handle the corners but still be able have a little straight line fun once in a while

 

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Coilovers are the way to go. If you going to do it, do it right the first time. That's what I think atleast. On my car I have Koni double adjustables, and eibach springs. They are awesome.

 

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DontTryMe said:

Well guys I found a good deal on a stock k member so I went with that But Im still interested in the aftermarket parts for the near future. Is there an advantage with coilovers compared to non coilover with HR Racing springs Im looking to handle the corners but still be able have a little straight line fun once in a while

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Huge advantages with coilovers. The spring is moved out by the wheel. The stock spring position is so close to the arm pivot that it causes a lot of bind and can mask bad bushings. With the spring out at the wheel the suspension movement is much more smooth, also the wheel rate is very close to 1:1. You lose a considerable ammount of weight and gain the ability to adjust ride height and corner weight. I had nothing but gains from coilovers and zero negatives.
I am running 450 lb fronts and 650 lb rears. Both Afco springs. You may ask isnt that backwards? No. On the IRS cobras when changing to coilovers the rear mount is farther inboard and requires a bigger spring.

 

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So what brand of coil overs are you running and how much of a wieght lose do you think it gives. I didnt know about the spring rate being that way