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bigsexxy422

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i have an 89 gt with cobra rims on it. i noticed that when i cut the wheel all the way to the left or right that the inside lip of the rim is hitting the control arm. is there some kind of stop i could weld on the control arm to stop the knuckel from turning so far, or maybe do i need different control arms. i would like to get a tubuler k member with new control arms, but i dont have alot of spair cash right now. any ideas?
 

Onefine88

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This is common with the 9" Cobra R's on a Fox. Pretty sure you can buy a rack limiter to help the problem.

I'm not using one but I should. I used a zizwheel and slightly notched my a-arms and that helped alot.

Maybe someone else will chime in with a link and better info for you.

good luck
 

Shakerhood

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Rack Limiters will take care of that.
 

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Which cobra rims....there are a few. 8" wide or 9" wide?
 

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they are 9" wide. and i dont really want to hack at the control arms. how much are those rack limiters, and is it possible to make them?
 

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This should give you a good idea of the price and what you need.
1979-04 Mustang Steering Rack Limiter 6-Pack by Ford at LRS - Same Day Shipping!
 

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COOL thanks for your help guys.
 

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Anyone got any install tips?
 
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