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Old Jun 14, 2016 | 08:11 AM
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Panhard bar relocation, UMI vs BMR vs Founders

Seems all three look identical. Im leaning towards the UMI piece because I have their RR K member +A Arms which is nice quality. Only thing bothering me is the Founders piece is $100 less than the other two. Anyone using these have an opinion? Im stock ride height with a fab 9 inch rear. Thanks
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Old Jun 14, 2016 | 12:14 PM
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Re: Panhard bar relocation, UMI vs BMR vs Founders

I recently installed the Founder's piece. I put it in so I can have more access to run a bigger exhaust. Welds look great. Solid unit.
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Old Jun 18, 2016 | 11:29 AM
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Re: Panhard bar relocation, UMI vs BMR vs Founders

I picked up founders. just to replace the stock upper bar..good looking part. not in yet.
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Old Jun 18, 2016 | 03:46 PM
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Re: Panhard bar relocation, UMI vs BMR vs Founders

This is what Im wondering. Same part two different prices. Btw nice rear end. Whats the internals?
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Old Jun 18, 2016 | 05:29 PM
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Re: Panhard bar relocation, UMI vs BMR vs Founders

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This is what Im wondering. Same part two different prices. Btw nice rear end. Whats the internals?
that one is 31 spline 4.11 Detroit locker Daytona support. cast iron.
but as the trans is now a close ratio with a trans brake I upgraded to
to a bit more..also dropped 20lbs more off the car.
the upgrade is a aluminum set up with a bigger Daytona support and a bit more gear with a Detroit Locker.
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the iron unit is getting boxed up and stored...ill pick up a 2nd aluminum housing and replace the iron unit.always have a back up unit.

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Old Jun 28, 2016 | 08:05 AM
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Re: Panhard bar relocation, UMI vs BMR vs Founders

I have the Founders Performance as well, great part.
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Old Jun 28, 2016 | 08:37 AM
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