Window weld is cheaper from the parts store, like $10, it definitely helped on my car. Since you're doing a sorta low budget thing, can you somehow preload the front suspension so it sticks better to the ground?
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
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