Magnum Force Transformer Suspension

sirjames said

I am looking to discuss the problems I have had over the past 6 months with a 1967 Dodge Dart build and the Magnum Force Transformer front suspension kit. I would like to know if anyone has had the same issues that I am encountering or have encountered.

1. Lower control arms
2. Lower control arms & the shock, coilover mount location
3. The geometry of the coil over angle
4. Fitment issue with GENIII engine (firewall clearance)
5. Steering column interference

Would love to speak with someone regarding this solution from Magnum Force. Please PM me directly and we can share contact info. I look forward to speaking with you!

-Jim

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Hi Jim,

I just came across your post as I've been searching for others with a similar experience. I too purchased a MF K-member conversion kit and am/are having the same issues. My car is a 67 Barracuda with a Small-block and 4-speed, here's my list;

• Took almost two months to get
• First set of lower control arms didn't fit the k-member, (made wrong) they sent another
• Poly bushings were mixed colors
• No instructions until I asked and what I got was incomplete and lacked any real detail (found out when assembling the k-member to the frame that the lower control arm bump stops had to be cut off)
• Upper control arm bump stops no longer line up correctly
• Second set of lower control arms put the front wheels one inch too far forward (made wrong), they sent an third set
• Had to buy motor mount "adaptors" from a third party (Schumacher Creative Services) as the ones they supplied would never work
  
• Here's the biggest issue: The engine is too high in the front (using their "stock" motor mount option) and causes interference between the distributor and wiper motor, can't put the distributor cap on or have to remove the wiper motor

I am still dealing with the engine too high situation after two years and have not been able to drive the car, which is completely finished except for this. The fix is going to have to be another k-member with 1" lower motor mount spools but the last I heard they were looking for a small block engine so they can "mock it up and understand the problem better". I have not heard from them now for over a month and I am considering filing a lawsuit. I have already complained to the BBB and the California Department of Consumer Affairs and they have been able to bring this to a resolution.