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Should the lateral link be bent?

Old Apr 3, 2014 | 11:59 PM
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How's it going guys the names Ivan and I'm over here in Phoenix, Az. I currently own a 1988 Mazda Rx7 SE with about 200k miles on it. My goal is to drop out the 13b and put in an L33 I just purchased for drifting. So onto my issue.

Just purchased a T2 sub-frame today for a 5.3 swap and I just learned that their isn't a lot or any differences between a N/A and T2 rear sub-frame. With that being said, I noticed that the rear lateral link is bent slightly. Obviously when the part was made it wasn't bent and so I was wondering if:

1). Is it worth swapping this part into my 7?
2). Is this a major issue worth addressing?
3). Could I just throw on T2 diff, half shalfs, 5 lugs, etc on the N/A sub-frame already on the 7?
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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 08:54 AM
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If your frame is out then just swap the link.
Replace the link anyways.

#3 if you didn't buy the TII subframe.
The parts will go right on the car.
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Old Apr 8, 2014 | 09:25 AM
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I drove with a lateral link bent way worse than that- will cause uneven wear on tread & inconsistent launches, but not major issue. I agree with last guy, those are worthwhile upgradable parts anyway.
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