I am in the market for a lowering suspension kit for my 2006 automatic. I want to keep the price affordable and do not want to lower the car more than about 1 1/2 ", since the car is for street use. I desire good handling but I would like a near stock ride, not something that is bone jarring and uncomfortable. The FRRP handling kit has been labled as harsh riding, but good handling. Does anyone know which kit would be a good fit for my criterea?
Well I'm no expert, but from what alot of people have told me is that I should get the STEEDA ULTRA LITE SPRINGS with TOKICO D-SPEC AJUSTABLE SHOCKS/STRUTS KIT. It lowers 1.00" Front and 1.25" Rear.
I believe this combo may have one of the best, if not the best riding setup out there. I would at least check it out. Good luck
*Oh by the way, I'm basicly looking for the same kind of suspension as you are, I don't like bouncing around either. I've decided on this kit and it will be my next mod. Let us know what you go with and how you like it.
The Steeda sport springs and tokico D spec is what you are looking for. That is one of the first mod I did and I never regretted it, I don't see how another set up would be better...from what everybody says that is it for the street and more...
Cheers
Rog
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'06 tungsten GT with pony package, CDC ducktail, MT, KB 2.6 I/C 9 psi, Centerforce DF, Shorty's, SLP Powerflow's, SOS pod / Cobalt fuel + boost, Steeda sport springs / bumpsteer kit / camber adjusters / G track brace, Tokico D spec, FRPP sway bar kit, BMR panhard/UCA, Spohn LCA's, Stop Tech stage 2, 18" 9/10 staggered chrome DD bullitts, KDW 2, Alpine/Ipod + JL Audio, 400+ rwhp/rwtq on 91 oct.
I assume that you wish to achieve better handling through the turns as opposed to faster acceleration out of the box or more comfort while cruising the freeway. Physics demands that you give up some comfort in exchange for performance. Find the compromise that is right for you.
Lowering the rear more than the front is desirable. The Steeda springs are a good choice, and a lot of people like them. A lot of folks like the Eibach springs. I chose the Progress Technology (1.25" front, 1.75" rear) for an overall 1.5" which is as low as I would recommend for a car driven on the street. The point of contact is the chassis just about under the seats when going over a high speed bump. Front end and rear end seem to clear all normal grades. Parking stall curbs still need to be approached with caution, but that was true before lowering.
For shocks and struts the choice is Tokico D-spec. They are adjustable and you can dial in how firm you want them to be.
Also be aware that what is comfortable, firm, or harsh is a matter of personal opinion. If you lover the car, it will get firmer than stock. But I am confident that you will still be able to avoid a harsh ride, especially if you have adjustable shocks and struts.
Don't underestimate the role that tires play in handling (lateral traction).
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'06 GT, manual, Satin Silver, lt. grey cloth int., IUP.
MODIFICATIONS - Goodyear F1 GS-D3s; 245/45 on 18x9, 275/40 on 18x10| Progress Technology springs & sway bars| Steeda adj. panhard bar, panhard brace, front control arm brace & bushings| strut tower brace| Tokico D-Spec dampers| CHE adj. LCAs & BMR relocation brackets |drilled & slotted front rotors| C&L intake| BamaChips SCT tune| FRPP 4.10 ring & pinion| Pypes off road H-pipes| FRPP GTA mufflers.
Eibach Pro springs (1-1.5" drop, not too rough)
Tokico D-SPecs (adjustable, limo or racer or inbetween)
Eibach Anti-Roll Kit (for even better handling)
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Eibach Pro springs (1-1.5" drop, not too rough)
Tokico D-SPecs (adjustable, limo or racer or inbetween)
Eibach Anti-Roll Kit (for even better handling)
What KJ said.
That's exactly my setup and love the heck out of it. I have mine on NASCAR settings but like KJ said I can get it to ride like your father's Oldsmobile if I wanted. Of course I never would, but I could.
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Eibach Pro springs (1-1.5" drop, not too rough)
Tokico D-SPecs (adjustable, limo or racer or inbetween)
Eibach Anti-Roll Kit (for even better handling)
Whats something like that run you for cost? id say throw some more money on and just get a whole kit. I think you will be a lot happier doing all your suspension work at once. Im not sure if i remember you saying you wanted anything more than just a basic setup.
Best place for a price of those Eibach springs. I know 5twenty is a bargain shopper. Everywhere I see them they look expensive.
Whats something like that run you for cost? id say throw some more money on and just get a whole kit. I think you will be a lot happier doing all your suspension work at once. Im not sure if i remember you saying you wanted anything more than just a basic setup.
Best place for a price of those Eibach springs. I know 5twenty is a bargain shopper. Everywhere I see them they look expensive.
The parts mentioned would be about the same as a kit, ~$1,000. And much much better thanks to the Tokicos. Some kits have a towerbrace included that is not neccessary as our cars are stiff enough for most...
If you can get the FRPP Springs and sways for less than Eibach you can get those as they're the same.
I have had luck with Eibach parts from www.sacramentomustang.com but lately their price have been around everybody else.
D-Specs from Ebay.
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I have a bad back and bought a Mustang GT Conv and put on a Saleen SC. OK, bad start, but as stock it rode fine. I had the Steeda Ultra Lite's Lower springs put in and the ride is OK until I go over typical road bump and then back reminds me it is there from the rough ride.
I talked to a suspension "expert" who specialized (and sold) shocks and his recommendation was to put the OEM springs back on and leave it alone. He claimed if you buy adjustable shocks and turn them down, you have not improved anything over the OEM shocks? So now I am really confused.
Has anyone else been sucessful regaining ride after lowering?
Thanks
Bob G
I read somewhere that the Vert is too heavy for the UL's springs? Your 80 lb SC doesn't make it better... these are fine tuned parts...
I don't know which lowering springs have the 'nicest' spring rates. I do know one must have them for looks...
The D-Specs can be set by you and you can drive around with different setings until you find one with the lowest 'impact' on your car and yourself. The D-Specs adjust from WAY harder than stock to a bit softer than stock I would say...
Good luck, keep us posted!
Regards,
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