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Old Dec 18, 2021 | 03:51 PM
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Suspension/Steering Part Brands

Are there any brand(s) of steering parts that you would recommend or avoid for a daily driver? Looking for quality at a fair price.

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Old Dec 18, 2021 | 04:42 PM
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I've always had good experience using Moog, springs, ball joints, tie rods, center link, idler arm sway bar links and bushings. Beyond that I haven't done much work, i.e. control arm components things that modify the factory geometry.

Good Luck with the build.
Old Dec 18, 2021 | 08:39 PM
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I have used Moog and McQay-Norris as they are (were when I bought parts) USA manufactured.
Old Dec 18, 2021 | 09:25 PM
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You can't go wrong with moog for stock replacements.
Old Dec 19, 2021 | 04:34 AM
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Originally Posted by oldcutlass
You can't go wrong with moog for stock replacements.
^^^^this.
You may want to consider tall ball joints, if you're going to be in there. The lowers will drop the front a little, and they may not fit 14" wheels. It was one of the best things I've ever done to the car, as far as handling.
ProForged is offshore (FYI)
Old Dec 21, 2021 | 01:23 PM
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I used to use Moog but recently tried ProForged. I was extremely happy with the quality and cost was on par with Moog.
Old Dec 21, 2021 | 02:55 PM
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do you have a part #?
You may want to consider tall ball joints, if you're going to be in there.
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