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Old May 27, 2003 | 08:39 AM
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Pricing Suspension Stuff-Asking here, too

I posted this in the Suspension side, got two responses so far.

My 1985 Firebird needs steering linkage, finally.

MOOG/TRW
Tie Rod (total 4, 2 per side)
Center Link
Idler Arm

Lowest price I got was $232.74 + 12 shipping (Northern Auto 800-831-0884)
Summit was $290 + $8 shipping

On our F bodies, we only need do lower control arm work, as there is no upper control arm (like in my 1967 & 1968 Camaros, 1974 Corvette & 1985 Blazer), correct?

In future I would only need bushings for lower A Arm & also a lower ball joint, correct?
Eventually I'll add the new steering rag joint.

New shocks/struts on this car does feel good!
Thanks for pricing tips!
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Old May 27, 2003 | 08:46 AM
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If you wanted to be cheap about it, I have done in the past, Summit will price match Northern Autos Prices, (as long as they are the same make and part#s) you will save a little on the shipping, and most likely get it faster as Summit ships out of the Nevada warehouse to CA.
Just my thoughts!
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Old May 27, 2003 | 10:02 AM
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PST in Jersey wants $230 YET THEY CANNOT GUARANTEE I won't be receiving inferior foreign made parts.
I seek only Moog/TRW stuff.

Performance Suspension Components offers a great kit for $279 (includes poly stuff & bushings & such).
Yet I also seek to purchase the Centerlink which is an additional $60 or so.

I can swap out steering linkage & sway bar parts without a problem.
I need help on install with the lower A Arm replacement parts. I can add bushings & such later on.
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Old May 27, 2003 | 10:40 AM
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Car: 1986 Firebird
Engine: 2.8 V6
Transmission: 700R4
Thanks for the tip on Northern's prices!
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