Drop arms

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  1. Reinovator

    Reinovator Member

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    A friend Gave me these.
    Does any one know any thing about the manufacture or are they home made?

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    This shot includes both uppers and one lower
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    If these are acceptable I will replace the ball joints and the bushings they look well made. but i don't know anything about them?:cool:
     
  2. Lakeroadster

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    A coworker of mine started his own business, Hackers Paradise, and he specializes in lowering cars and trucks. He has lowered a bunch of non-mainstream cars by stepping the OEM control arms.

    If drop spindles are available he typically uses them, they are the better option.
     
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  3. Reinovator

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    Thanks Another friend Said They were Home made And I do trust his Judgment when It comes to 'Car fix' s
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    Don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with homemade... as long as it's a good design and well implemented.
     
  5. Reinovator

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    Thank you They Look very well made. I will try to clean them up And post some better pictures. And Yes Home made are Some times Better than Factory, or aftermarket Like my Panel Truck! :D
     
  6. Lakeroadster

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    As for inspection of the modifciations, might I suggest you go to a local welding supply shop and ask for dye check materials. You'll need a spray can of cleaner, a can of penetrant and a can of developer. It's easy to use and it's great at detecting cracks. Here's a video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpU5JyhNVgQ
     
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    Thankyou
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