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I think it's basically done for now. H&R holds there spring rates closely to their chest. I can't seem to find them. Send me a message or post it if you have them.
Im getting more and more certain that the rear springs on a 2010 GT are 2005-2009 GT500 Springs. Not only are they 166 lb/in but the 2010 sits 0.5" higher than the 2005-2009. I was at the dealers measuring and I get a consistent 7.5" from ground to lowest point on the front LCA bolt on 2009 but 8.0" on the 2010.
The GT500 rear springs have exactly the same free length (by measurements) as the BB Data Plate (BC Spring) that came on my base GT Deluxe. So to me it appears it would have to have a taller installed height since its 17% stiffer.
The GT500 rear springs have exactly the same free length (by measurements) as the BB Data Plate (BC Spring) that came on my base GT Deluxe. So to me it appears it would have to have a taller installed height since its 17% stiffer.
Precisely, since the weight of the car would compress it less.
There's a possibility there. Ford really seems to have many different spring choices for the S197. For the 2010, it wouldn't surprise me if the rear springs were the older GT500 ones (purple or light gray in color). I think there's only two rear spring choices for the 07-09 GT500. Any other color would indicate a GT spring (white, yellow, orange, blue, etc.).
The BMR springs are 1.25"/1.50". I sent them an email regarding spring rates (constant or working). Interestingly, they use the same style (hourglass) rear springs that Ford designed.
Alright. After several weeks searching and trying to sort through a ton of internet information- I decided that I needed REAL information regarding springs for the S197 Mustang GT.
Basically, I want to gather ALL the REPUTABLE SPRING RATES and LOWERING HEIGHTS on this thread. This way I, and many others, can make an informed decision. It is my understanding that the FR500 springs use a modified design and wouldn't apply to the typical street car- such as a full coilover setup. This thread excludes full bodied coilovers.
BTW- please do not post anything with "should" or "maybe", as we are all looking for correct information. Honestly, you either know the information or you don't- there's nothing wrong with learning.
As of July 2009:
Name- (part number)- lowering amount- spring rates
isnt the eibach pro kit 1.3 in the front and 1.5 in the rear, and what does the pounds mean for the spring rate
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