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Old 03-30-2008, 09:16 AM
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I just purchased a 1988 GT, set up primarily for drag racing. The rear shocks are older drag shocks and haven't looked at the front yet, but based on the ride quality I am going to replace all 4 springs and the struts and shocks. I am looking for some help putting together a matched set. I was looking at either the Ford racing drag spring package or the Eibach drag/launch springs, or some suggestions. I really need some help in matching the springs and struts, any help is appreciated.
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strange makes adjustable shocks but I used all lakewood stuff...it'll all depend on what you plan to do with the car as to the rates of springs and shocks you choose
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Old 03-30-2008, 09:36 AM
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strange makes adjustable shocks but I used all lakewood stuff...it'll all depend on what you plan to do with the car as to the rates of springs and shocks you choose
It will be driven a little on the street, but mostly at the strip
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if your focus is mainly strip like mine was with street diving too..I went with lake would 90/10's up front and 50/50 in the rear and it rides good on the street..I honestly didn't know a difference
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if your focus is mainly strip like mine was with street diving too..I went with lake would 90/10's up front and 50/50 in the rear and it rides good on the street..I honestly didn't know a difference
What springs do you have?
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