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  1. #1
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    Jan 2014
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    Default Metric front end

    I have a 2003 D & M metric chassis set up as a Sport Mod. I am wanting feedback on changing the front end to nova lowers. Will I benefit from it? And also what would it take to change over, parts wise? Any feedback is appreciated.

  2. #2
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    yes it is a huge improvement
    you can soften spring rates cause motion ratio changes form 25% to 30%
    go to a 5" od spring
    gain width
    gain wheelbase (need to check what you are now cause I think it adds roughly 2")
    use pinto spindles. cause you get a $hit ton of Ackerman with the metric spindle, too much is not a good thing.
    you will change:

    Uppers
    lowers
    tie rods
    maybe brake hoses (depending on how long yours are)
    I think there should be lifeguards in the genepool.

  3. #3
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    Jun 2016
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    Had one done it. Throw a 650 rf and 700 LF. Too loose getting in? Bring in the rr or put out the rf. Get ride height in front about 6.5-7". You'll drag frame if not.

  4. #4
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    Where do you measure ride height? Thanks for the info too!

  5. #5
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    Jun 2016
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    Right side frame rail. But just keep raising square till you don't bottom out hard we used about 5" travel on rf at times.

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    Also have to move spring bucket. It's all worth it if done correctly

  7. #7
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    Aug 2014
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    I agree with most statements except the spring rates. I did everything listed above and the car was better but not great! Bottomed out too much! And carried the left front too much! I had to increase RF spring to 800lbs then the car was a rocket.

  8. #8
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    Jun 2016
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    Sounds like to light on the rr, to much LR hike, and not much LF drop out.

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