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  1. Spitfire

    Spitfire Formula 3

    Nov 16, 2006
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    #1 Spitfire, Jan 11, 2008
    Guys, this might be a moot point by now given that many of you have already purchased your QA1s, but I had an excellent experience with these guys when I bought mine:

    http://www.autofabracecars.com/

    The total price (without shipping) was $711.96. I think this was a pretty good price for the following parts:

    REAR
    QA1 DR5855P shock = $144.99 each
    QA1 12-250 spring = $66 per pair

    FRONT
    QA1 DR4855P = $144.99 each
    QA1 10-300 spring = $66 per pair

    Everything was in stock and shipped the same day I ordered them. Also, Josh was extremely responsive in every respect. He can be reached at (410) 796 - 8777 or by email at [email protected].

    I was so impressed that I offered to post about my experience on ferrarichat ... so, job done!
     
  2. climb

    climb F1 Rookie

    Sep 19, 2006
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    #2 climb, Jan 11, 2008
    So these are the same as Nick's Forza??? The coilovers??
     
  3. Verell

    Verell F1 Veteran
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    #3 Verell, Jan 11, 2008
    No, Nick sells rebranded Alden Eagle coil-overs. His still require you to grind a small arc out of your A-arms.

    If you search for 'QA1' and 'QA-1' you'll find a lot of good info about these coil-overs & installation options.

    Some of the more relevant threads are:


    Group Buy: QA1 Coil-over Shock Bushings:
    http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?p=137227182

    Installing QA-1s
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=100632

    GROUP BUY: Extended Length Shock Eye Paper Weights
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=142079

    QA1 Front shocks with NO A-arm modification!
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=134442

    Suspension Upgrades:

    308 Suspension Springs/Shocks
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=11974

    Suspension and Brake Upgrade Time
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39712

    suspension recommendations
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2388

    Aftermarket Spring Rates for a 308
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/discus/messages/256120/261228.html
     
  4. pdmracing

    pdmracing Formula Junior

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    #4 pdmracing, Jan 12, 2008
    Qa is very popular in the drag race world too try Jegs & Summitracing for them too free shipping 2nd day on everything.

    I have found that drag racers & circle track guys are a thrifty bunch, I guess because they race weekly & have such large numbers, that the prices in these site 7 catologs are very reasonable compared to traditional road racing sources.

    things that are not lsited can be sourced with a phone call & most of this stuff is drop shipped so you get it now.

    If you are looking for tie downs & other generic track & racing stuff you will find it at huge discounts. Also they have no hassel return policies. give it atry.
     
  5. climb

    climb F1 Rookie

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    #5 climb, Jan 12, 2008
    So these don't need the paperweights?
     
  6. Spitfire

    Spitfire Formula 3

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    #6 Spitfire, Jan 12, 2008
    I can't answer that with 100% certainty. I have the paperweights so I'm okay! Perhaps Verell and/or Birdman might care to comment?
     
  7. Birdman

    Birdman F1 Veteran

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    #7 Birdman, Jan 12, 2008
    Yes, they need the paperweights. The paperweights were designed for the QA1. I can't comment on the Forza ones.
     
  8. Verell

    Verell F1 Veteran
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    #8 Verell, Jan 14, 2008
    The Forza (Aldan Eagle) coil-overs require modifying your A-arms to get clearance.

    I've had a couple of requests to develop something for the Forza shocks that would avoid the A-arm mod. I've taken a look at it, but haven't come up with anything I'd be comfortable making & selling. The problem is that the top of the Forza shock is hollow as it contains one of the adjusting valves. Cutting part of the top away for A-arm clearance creates a safety concern as it would weaken the internal bore's wall thickness, hence reducing the max pressure internal pressure the top can withstand.
     
  9. Spitfire

    Spitfire Formula 3

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    #9 Spitfire, Jan 14, 2008
    Not that I need them myself, but I'm curious to know if you've made any more paperweights for those who still want to go the QA1 route?
     
  10. Verell

    Verell F1 Veteran
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    #10 Verell, Jan 14, 2008
    I've still got 1 or 2 pairs of paper weights from the 1st production run.
     
  11. Hans

    Hans F1 Veteran

    Feb 17, 2006
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    #11 Hans, Jan 15, 2008
    Got mine from there too. Same experience.

    Shipping to Europe was $175, by the way (for those who it may concern)

    Hans

    (Thanks again Chris, for the pointer)
     

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