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Default Ground Control Adjustable rear stabilizer links

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1. 2005 N/A Limited Roadster. In rear: Eibach Pro Kit springs w/ MB 4 dot pads and Koni Sport shocks. Front: same hardware except 3 dot MB spring pads. All shocks set approximately 1 full turn below firmest setting. TVT Design adjustable camber arms previously installed, no noises, no issues.

2. Ordered adjustable rear stabilizer bar end links from Ground Control. Mechanic installed after speaking with Donovan @ Ground Control (instructions although requested, not included). Donovan's recommendation start 1/2 inch shorter than OEM links. Mechanic followed recommended install.

3. Result: a) Clunking noise from rear, both sides going over seams, joints, small bumps straight or cornering (NO NOISE WITH STOCK END LINKS INSTALLED b). Top of TVT Design adjustable camber arms are making contact with bottom of stabilizer bar. Doesn't appear to be any contact between stab bar and body.

4. Back to mechanic (SCV German Car Care, Santa Clarita, CA. - EXCELLENT !). Mechanic has adjusted links "about as far out as they'll go". Better, but still have slight rattle. Mechanic says very little clearance between camber arm and stab bar. Stab bar bushing/bracket appeared to be in decent shape. Mike R.'s install suggested adjustable link set to 6 7/8" (approx. 1.02 " shorter than stock link).

5. Do I need to get these links yanked, measured and reinstall ? Ideas, questions, suggestions ??

Many thanks
Tim
2005 Ragtop