Suspension noob looking to upgrade
06-01-2012, 07:13 AM
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Putting the adjustment where it's easier/easiest to get at may not be the best place from a structural point of view.
For the number of times that you're likely to ever adjust it after getting it set the first time, I wouldn't even bother with having on-car adjustability. For those who see an air ride system or frequent spring changes after the first one in the future, on-car adjustability may be worth it.
Norm
For the number of times that you're likely to ever adjust it after getting it set the first time, I wouldn't even bother with having on-car adjustability. For those who see an air ride system or frequent spring changes after the first one in the future, on-car adjustability may be worth it.
Norm
06-01-2012, 08:41 AM
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FWIW not all PHBs are created equal. Like everything in life you get what you pay for. I would look into Steeda, BMR, UMI, Maximum Motorsports or Freedom Racing as they are KNOWN quality pieces with quality welds, the proper hardware and quality bushings which leads to a longer lasting piece. I would also take a look specifically at the ones with zerk fittings for the poly bushings to ease lubrication but it isn't necessary just convenient.
06-01-2012, 11:06 AM
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06-06-2012, 10:09 AM
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I had my car up on my lift and I was poking things and drinking martinis and other things that people do under cars and I noticed a dark spot at the rim of one of the rear struts. I took it off and it had a pretty inconsistent rate and a gurgle-e noise so I thought instead of paying ford oodles of cash for an oe replacement,(why the hell are shocks a wear item, they should last forever!) I would splurge a little and buy some performance struts/shocks and lowering springs. (only looking for an inch or so as far as drop).
But as the title says, I don't know a whole lot on the subject of suspension. I was looking at those koni yellows and steeda sport springs. I like the idea of adjustable struts/shocks and would prefer them.
Will I need anything else as far as steeda hd upper strut mounts or a panhard bar? polyurethane bushings? Any special tools for the install? (I've got any basic tools and air tools you can think of). I want the back to be symmetrical and I read about rear wheels being outta whack. I would asume I would need an alignment done after all of this?
My car's suspension is stock with 235/55/ZR17 all around on 17x10" rims I believe. Some parts have been replaced but all are ford/motorcraft.
She's "not" going to see a road course but has seen the strip already and I'm planning on getting some upper control arms to help this(right?/suggestions?).
I'm willing to sacrifice more ride comfort than most.
Also this shouldn't put any more wear on the tires or chassis or anything? I can't see how it would but I think that's a legitimate question. Thanks.
But as the title says, I don't know a whole lot on the subject of suspension. I was looking at those koni yellows and steeda sport springs. I like the idea of adjustable struts/shocks and would prefer them.
Will I need anything else as far as steeda hd upper strut mounts or a panhard bar? polyurethane bushings? Any special tools for the install? (I've got any basic tools and air tools you can think of). I want the back to be symmetrical and I read about rear wheels being outta whack. I would asume I would need an alignment done after all of this?
My car's suspension is stock with 235/55/ZR17 all around on 17x10" rims I believe. Some parts have been replaced but all are ford/motorcraft.
She's "not" going to see a road course but has seen the strip already and I'm planning on getting some upper control arms to help this(right?/suggestions?).
I'm willing to sacrifice more ride comfort than most.
Also this shouldn't put any more wear on the tires or chassis or anything? I can't see how it would but I think that's a legitimate question. Thanks.
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