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Old 12-09-2013, 11:06 PM   #6031
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So if I get this straight, you guys are extending the tie rod ends to make up for not using a spacer that way the tie rod will reach the knuckle correct?

To me, would seem easier to just extend the inner tie rod instead but I am not putting much thought into it.
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The the hell S chassis guys insist on running that horribly soft stock FLCA bushing is beyond me. Or maybe they run a urethane bushing which in a lot of ways is even worse.
Unfortunately there just aren't many options out there for this unless you're a fabricator and have the time and resources. If not, having someone put together a kit and weld that up along with new bump stops and adjustable tension rods made for wheel clearance you might as well go with PBM FLCAs.
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Old 12-10-2013, 03:19 AM   #6033
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Unfortunately there just aren't many options out there for this unless you're a fabricator and have the time and resources. If not, having someone put together a kit and weld that up along with new bump stops and adjustable tension rods made for wheel clearance you might as well go with PBM FLCAs.

On that note, I heard PSM is coming out with new FLCA's with bent tension rods...
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Old 12-10-2013, 07:50 AM   #6034
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Thought this was pretty neat (I'm pretty sure that's a new upper strut mount too):

If they had these out earlier I would have had a lot harder time deciding on what parts to buy...





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Old 12-10-2013, 11:25 AM   #6036
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Thought this was pretty neat (I'm pretty sure that's a new upper strut mount too):

If they had these out earlier I would have had a lot harder time deciding on what parts to buy...
Every time PSM comes out with new stuff, I have the urge to bang my head against a wall since I've got the full susp catalog (most of it's 2010/2011-spec) installed on a car that doesn't run. :/ Looks like I'll be swapping some of the older spec bits onto my S14 and getting the new stuff for my S13, lol.

Random, but my only real complaint/criticism about PSM's LCA (front and rear) is that it's not adjustable while on the car. It'd be amazing if it had a double adjuster like the RUCA/Toe Arm etc. A double adjuster there would allow you do camber control at the LCA and caster in the top hat (independent (mostly) adjustment of each) and keep the wheel at a relatively static location in the wheel well (fore/aft positioning).

Also, I think you're right and that is a new top hat, it looks pretty far out there, so it's either a two piece sliding design or a single piece similar in function to wisefab. As much as I like the idea of having the top hat way out, I'm kind of apprehensive sense it would mean that it would eliminate any alignment adjustment at the top hat (camber or caster) forcing camber adjustment to be done either at the LCA (which can't be adjusted on car) or at the knuckle... Neither of which are all that appealing. Although I guess the idea with the static top hat is that it's position is more or less optimized for maximum angle, so the need to dial in an alignment is probably unnecessary beyond getting the car to drive straight.
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Old 12-10-2013, 11:38 AM   #6037
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Yes, that is true about the top hat. One thing I like very much about mine.

Yeah FLCA double adjuster is nice. I think once you have it adjusted though, it's kinda pointless. It's like set and forget once you get off the alignment rack.

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I'm so glad pbm is offering the bent type to the public, I knew waiting for their new kit would be worth it.
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Yes we are testing some parts to make 5-10 degrees more angle. Although if your full suite of current parts have enough angle to do some glorious drifting without ever touching the bump stop, then its really not worth being bummed that the options from this company may be eventually expanding pending some testing.

Our current Pro top plate is camber & caster adjustable so we wont be making a step backwards and make it non-adjustable we are just testing a longer slot.

FLCA double adjuster:
Convenient, but Its more parts between the arm and the car, so we just feel like the single adjuster is stronger in this critical point.
You unbolt the stock M14, twist the rod end as desired and then bolt it back on. After align you may never touch it again. So we think this is a reasonable trade off of time and strength.
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Old 12-10-2013, 03:21 PM   #6040
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Yes we are testing some parts to make 5-10 degrees more angle. Although if your full suite of current parts have enough angle to do some glorious drifting without ever touching the bump stop, then its really not worth being bummed that the options from this company may be eventually expanding pending some testing.

Our current Pro top plate is camber & caster adjustable so we wont be making a step backwards and make it non-adjustable we are just testing a longer slot.

FLCA double adjuster:
Convenient, but Its more parts between the arm and the car, so we just feel like the single adjuster is stronger in this critical point.
You unbolt the stock M14, twist the rod end as desired and then bolt it back on. After align you may never touch it again. So we think this is a reasonable trade off of time and strength.
i hope that kit gets released. im hitting tension rod already with it offset. with a 9.5 -25 and the pro knuckles.
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to be clear, with our PRO knuckle you are hitting your Battle version/SPL FLCA/Tension rod setup and not our MAX FLCA/inboard mounted tension rod combo, Correct?
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I was wondering if any of you dudes could help me with this. I'm about to extend my flca 15mm and mod the stock knuckle for roll center correction only (no angle mods). Will my tein inner and outers be okay or will I need to get the Pbm inners?

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to be clear, with our PRO knuckle you are hitting your Battle version/SPL FLCA/Tension rod setup and not our MAX FLCA/inboard mounted tension rod combo, Correct?
yes! not your setup. i will be switching to yalls setup here shortly.
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Old 12-11-2013, 01:19 PM   #6044
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17's do fit with the 100mm TDP kit.

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Old 12-11-2013, 02:59 PM   #6045
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FYI: be careful using stock s13/s14/maxima/i30/etc inner tie rods with slip-on tie rod spacers.

there are enough engaging threads for the tie rod to hold on inside the rack during most situations

...but clip your tire on the lead guy's bumper during a tandem run, and it'll rip the threads right out



fortunately the threads inside the rack were fine, so it only took a short run to the parts store for a replacement tie rod (maxima in this case) and i was back out on track.

just saying. be careful. it's probably worth the money to invest in a better spacer style, such as PBM inner tie rods (with the spacer built into the joint, not taking up threads). or if you need longer tie rods than PBM, look into getting a combo of OEM inner tie rods (s14, z32, maxima, whatever suits your needs) with thread-in steering rack spacers (like those offered by GKTech).

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OEM Moog inners are the same thread length. I ripped mine out with slip on spacers. Get ones like tein with longer threads or pbm with it already machined. Learned that one a difficult way
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Its not just that the Parts Shop MAX inner tie rod has the rackspacer built in, (saving 7mm of thread for the rack engagement) but it also has an additional 7mm of thread for a total of 14mm more thread in the rack than a stock tie rod with a slip on spacer.
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Okay so couple questions.
Does extending your LCA cause your caster to be all goofy? (extened 15mm after the tension rod)


I put my whole setup together and when I turn im rubbing my fenders like crazy (oem fenders) I still have to get it aligned, but I noticed when I threw everything on my ride height was much lower than before. I did raise it up a bit. Id say my camber is at about -6 or so. It never rubbed before putting all this stuff on.

My setup once more 15mm extended s14 LCA on s13. PBM forged knuckles. 17x9 +12

Im just having all sorts of problems with this setup lmao t-___-t
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Okay so couple questions.
Does extending your LCA cause your caster to be all goofy? (extened 15mm after the tension rod)


I put my whole setup together and when I turn im rubbing my fenders like crazy (oem fenders) I still have to get it aligned, but I noticed when I threw everything on my ride height was much lower than before. I did raise it up a bit. Id say my camber is at about -6 or so. It never rubbed before putting all this stuff on.

My setup once more 15mm extended s14 LCA on s13. PBM forged knuckles. 17x9 +12

Im just having all sorts of problems with this setup lmao t-___-t
i could be wrong, but i think the proknuckles are 25mm or so drop knuckles as well.
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Ya they do. Does the 25mm correction affect the length of the tension rod since my arms are now parallel?
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No, the forged knuckles are not "drop knuckles, only roll center correction. More negative camber is what's making your car lower. Yes caster will change now that your arms are closer to parallel.
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Cool so an alignment will correct my issues? Thanks for all the info. Learning as I go
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Cool so an alignment will correct my issues? Thanks for all the info. Learning as I go

Yeah an alignment should your issues, you might have to play around a bit to get it right.
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Old 12-12-2013, 05:53 PM   #6058
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Unfortunately there just aren't many options out there for this unless you're a fabricator and have the time and resources. If not, having someone put together a kit and weld that up along with new bump stops and adjustable tension rods made for wheel clearance you might as well go with PBM FLCAs.
There are tons of options, especially now. And a $300 MIG setup is not having to "be a fabricator," and would easily weld on the stuff to put a rod end there.

I just think 240 guys have turned into the community that will do a half-assed job to save a few bucks on something instead of taking the pride to do things well. It's sad, as the cars have some really good points.
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^Not arguing that most s-chassis guys aren't cheapasses.... that's proven all the time.
Most have never welded anything in their lives let alone owned any sort of welding setup. I wouldn't advise anyone with little to no experience just go to town on their LCAs and possibly put their lives or others at risk to try to save a few bucks.
So for those that want to do it right but can't fab up their own stuff a decent OEM modified FLCA setup is going to be $$$... might as well save some time/headache and buy proven off the shelf components for about the same price.

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Old 12-12-2013, 06:22 PM   #6060
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It seems I'm running into this uncommon issue as well. My set up is 25mm extended lca's, steering rack moved forward 25mm, pbm forged knuckles, pbm inner tie rods, and moog rod ends. I don't seem to have enough lenght on the rod ends to adjust toe. At least it doesn't seem like enough to be safe. I've researched this set up a lot and never seen this issue. Any ideas? I believe the rack is centered but could that cause it if it's not perfect? Thanks
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