Easiest way to raise rear of 2016 GT
11-30-2015, 08:30 PM
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Easiest way to raise rear of 2016 GT
OK suspension experts, (One more time) I'd like to raise the rear of a 2016 GT 1 to 3 inches, & I can't get any response to my question. So, I'll try again!
Can shocks be used to raise the rear of a 2016 about 1 to 3 inches without harming the ride? I'd like a little more rake on the car for looks, more like earlier Mustang models. I'm looking for the easiest way to raise the rear end without changing the ride too much! Any ideas?
Can shocks be used to raise the rear of a 2016 about 1 to 3 inches without harming the ride? I'd like a little more rake on the car for looks, more like earlier Mustang models. I'm looking for the easiest way to raise the rear end without changing the ride too much! Any ideas?
12-02-2015, 12:30 AM
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This has been asked and answered, good luck
And by using a coil spring lift spacer, ride will be unchanged. you are welcome.
And by using a coil spring lift spacer, ride will be unchanged. you are welcome.
I would bet that no company is going to sell, lift spring for the rear or the front, of these cars, your best choice would be some kind of generic coil spring lift booster, like the ones I have linked to.
For the record these are just examples, of what you could use, and you will need to verify fit, and function, and I disclaim any liability in this matter.
Good luck
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/se...1716/C0361.oap
http://www.autozone.com/suspension-s...spring-booster
For the record these are just examples, of what you could use, and you will need to verify fit, and function, and I disclaim any liability in this matter.
Good luck
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/se...1716/C0361.oap
http://www.autozone.com/suspension-s...spring-booster
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12-02-2015, 04:21 AM
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Someone on this forum suggested that one type of Koni Shocks can be used to adjust ride height! I know that if I want, a spring can be make that holds the same weight as stock, but is 3 inches longer! Oh well!
12-02-2015, 09:45 AM
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a vehicle doesnt ride on the shocks/struts. it rides on the springs, which dictates ride height. A shock/strut only controls the speed of the spring recoil/rebound
In order to raise the rear without altering the ride quality then you will need to either raise the lower spring bucket up off the lower control arm, lower the upper spring bucket from the chassis, or a combination of the two. This will allow you to use the stock spring
In order to raise the rear without altering the ride quality then you will need to either raise the lower spring bucket up off the lower control arm, lower the upper spring bucket from the chassis, or a combination of the two. This will allow you to use the stock spring
12-03-2015, 05:18 AM
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a vehicle doesnt ride on the shocks/struts. it rides on the springs, which dictates ride height. A shock/strut only controls the speed of the spring recoil/rebound
In order to raise the rear without altering the ride quality then you will need to either raise the lower spring bucket up off the lower control arm, lower the upper spring bucket from the chassis, or a combination of the two. This will allow you to use the stock spring
In order to raise the rear without altering the ride quality then you will need to either raise the lower spring bucket up off the lower control arm, lower the upper spring bucket from the chassis, or a combination of the two. This will allow you to use the stock spring
I have had slightly longer or shorter springs made to do this on cars I have restored, but I'm not that familiar with the 2016 rear suspension.
My question was inquiring if anyone knows a good quality shock that can be used to lift the rear end of a 2016 GT a couple of inches without much affect on the ride?
12-03-2015, 06:56 AM
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Shocks dont alter ride height. You are thinking of coilovers. its still the spring that affects the ride height. Airbags are the only thing that replaces both the shock and spring that would be able to alter ride height.
12-04-2015, 12:58 AM
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I still haven't heard any suggestions as to an easy way to raise the rear height of a 2016! Maybe there isn't one without messing with springs!
Last edited by Mr. D; 12-04-2015 at 01:04 AM.