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Old 08-29-2012, 11:47 AM   #1
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Thought we could use a thread about recommended suspension mods and specific brands.

I experienced my first bad case of wheel hop last night. Enough to make the suspension stuff top of the list.

From what I've read I think I want to go with H&R SS springs, BMR adjustable Panhard and Steeda LCA's with the relo bracket.
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Old 08-29-2012, 12:19 PM   #2
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I had the koni str.ts and steeda sports on my 11. it rode awesome and hooked well
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Old 08-29-2012, 12:19 PM   #3
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I'll be picking up BMR 1/1.25" springs (SP009), J&M adj. aluminum panhard, and BMR LCA relo. brackets.
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I have Eibach Sportline springs, Tokico D-Spec shocks and struts, GT500 strut mounts, and UPR's chrome-moly adjustable panhard bar and brace. I'm pretty happy with all of it.

It may ride a little stiff for some, but I actually think the OEM suspension is ridiculously soft.

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I wanna rub my weiner all over Danny's car...
I was thinking the same thing.. Great stance!

I've got the gas filler neck reserved for my fun.. Find your own spot Steve
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Old 08-29-2012, 08:00 PM   #10
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I just put BC racing coilovers on my car with whiteline sway bars. The ride is fantastic and the handling is superb. Need to do a panhard bar and LCA's next as the rear end is still a bit sloppy.
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I just put BC racing coilovers on my car with whiteline sway bars. The ride is fantastic and the handling is superb. Need to do a panhard bar and LCA's next as the rear end is still a bit sloppy.
If I win the lottery, or at least a couple grand in a scratch off, I'm getting coilovers.
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Old 08-29-2012, 11:43 PM   #12
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Steeda ultra lites, koni yellows, adjustable panhard bar, lower control arms

With all of this, you should have 0 issues with traction given you are on a good tire.

Remember, that ANY time you lower a new mustang 05+ it is NECESSARY to purchase an adjustable panhard bar, or you will have traction, alignment, and driving issues. Without the adjustable bar, the rear end will not be centered in the car thus causing multiple issues.
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X2 on the Koni yellows, they are great also check out the Fays2 Watts link instead of an adjustable panhard bar. Is good shit.
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Originally Posted by Toby View Post
Steeda ultra lites, koni yellows, adjustable panhard bar, lower control arms

With all of this, you should have 0 issues with traction given you are on a good tire.

Remember, that ANY time you lower a new mustang 05+ it is NECESSARY to purchase an adjustable panhard bar, or you will have traction, alignment, and driving issues. Without the adjustable bar, the rear end will not be centered in the car thus causing multiple issues.
I ran without for a bit with no issues
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I ran without for a bit with no issues
You can, but I would not recommend it. The shop we use for alignments will not align them if the rear is not centered. The same goes for lowering a car but using the stock shocks. You can, but there will be a huge difference in performance and overall driveability once a properly valved shock is added into the mixture.
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