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Coil-over shocks
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are a natural for
the '88. The suspension geometry is far superior to that of the
early cars, but it is limited by the absence of a variety of
spring rates and shock valving. The coil-over front end kit
fills the void and at the same time affords the added advantage
of ride height and weight / balance adjustability. When combined
with one of the rear coil-over strut assemblies, the suspension
system becomes completely adjustable and able to be fine tuned
to meet the needs of the driver and the demands of the road.
The original '88 front crossmember is a rugged adaptable part
and is retained when installing this kit. The existing upper
spring perch will not work with the 2.5" ID.coil-over spring and
must be adapted using parts supplied with the kit. NO
fabrication is required to accomplish this, it is merely a case
of fitting the parts.
The OEM Fiero lower control arm is a fairly substantial piece,
though it was not designed to take the pin point pressure forces
of a coil-over shock. As we generally try to avoid involving the
consumer in modification and fabrication, we decided it was best
to develop a purpose built control arm to work with the
coil-over kit. In doing this we designed in enough extra space
to allow the use of proper length springs which guarantee good
suspension travel . This also allows one to use slightly softer
springs than would ordinarily be necessary and so the ride
comfort is not limited to 'rock hard', though this is certainly
an option. The replacement tubular control arms are shipped
finished in black powder coat. The pivots are bushed in
polyurethane and fitted with grease points for easy lubrication
and elimination of the urethane squeak. Standard or aftermarket
sway bars designed to work with the factory arms will work with
this kit. The factory upper control arms are ordinarily
retained, though tubular replacements are available. Ball joints
are not supplied with the arms leaving one the option of either
reusing the existing ball joints or installing new ones.
Standard equipment includes three-position internally-adjustable
shocks, though there are other options including 12 position
externally adjustable units. Springs are included in the kit and
should be selected (according to driving habits) from the
accompanying chart. If this seems confusing we are available to
help with spring selection. We can also exchange springs to
assist with narrowing down the correct spring for your driving
style.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT :
Left and right tubular lower control arms
1 pair coil-over shocks
1 pair 2.5" ID. coil-over springs
1 pair upper spring mount adapters
Polyurethane shock bushings
Hardware
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT :
Different spring rates (See chart below)
12 position externally adjustable QA1 shocks
Tubular upper control arms F031
Other upgrades will work with this system including :
12" brakes for use with 16" and larger wheels
13" brakes for use with 17" and larger wheels
sway bars and drop spindles to further lower your front
suspension.
Different powder coat finish colors
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