ford handling kit
06-02-2007, 04:23 PM
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RE: ford handling kit
Why wouldn't you be able to go bigger than 18's? Tire diameter wouldn't be a factor if tires are of similar height, wheel width is a concern(but only with inner-fender well space) and I just don't understand why the FFPR handling pack doesn't include an adj. panhard rod(since the axle shifts no matter how slight the drop is). I think BMR offers a more complete package for a similar price........
06-02-2007, 04:33 PM
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RE: ford handling kit
I just got out from under a few Saleens at the dealership, all lowered and
no adjustable panhard bar. I was thinking on installing Roush rear springs
only to level out the car but didnt want to go with those inferior aftermarket
adjustable panhard bars. The ones where the spacers inside the bushings
collapse under the high factory torque specs for the bar. I really looked and
didnt see any noticable shifting of the axle/tires on those Saleens. I will
have to do the math and just see what 3/4" lowering does to the axle location
verses the panhard bar length ans swing angle and such.
no adjustable panhard bar. I was thinking on installing Roush rear springs
only to level out the car but didnt want to go with those inferior aftermarket
adjustable panhard bars. The ones where the spacers inside the bushings
collapse under the high factory torque specs for the bar. I really looked and
didnt see any noticable shifting of the axle/tires on those Saleens. I will
have to do the math and just see what 3/4" lowering does to the axle location
verses the panhard bar length ans swing angle and such.
06-02-2007, 05:09 PM
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RE: ford handling kit
06-02-2007, 05:19 PM
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RE: ford handling kit
I have the FRPP handling pack it came with the car when I bought it. So far I like it but will be changing out the PHB/brace and will also go with adjustable LCA's. I am also going to a 1 piece driveshaft eventually so it will need to be done anyways. The thing I dont like about the FRPP package is as seaid above incomplete. Sure there are cheap knockoff out there but I'll bet some of the bigger names such as Steeda who btw works with ford on this stuff will give a better bar than what comes from the factory. I think you'll also find that Saleen and Roush parts are often obtained from these very same aftermarket vendors only with thier name on it. IE FRPP stingers/borla
06-02-2007, 06:08 PM
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RE: ford handling kit
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Date 6/2/2007 2:23:13 PM
Why wouldn't you be able to go bigger than 18's? Tire diameter wouldn't be a factor if tires are of similar height, wheel width is a concern(but only with inner-fender well space) and I just don't understand why the FFPR handling pack doesn't include an adj. panhard rod(since the axle shifts no matter how slight the drop is). I think BMR offers a more complete package for a similar price........
06-03-2007, 05:08 AM
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RE: ford handling kit
1+ and 157dbnot all aftermartket adj panhard bars are crap!
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follow guide..
enjoy a great handling ride!!
06-03-2007, 10:57 AM
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RE: ford handling kit
I'm very happy with my FRPP although it can be rather firm if you're not into it. It's certainly a bit of a shock getting into the car after using my daily driver, a RAM 1500, which feels like a magic carpet in comparison ! LOL
You do getmore suspension 'crash' on harsh surfaces of course, how many times have I cursed the road maintenance departments in my area? [:@]
I have the Pirelli P-Zero tyres on mine which stick lick mud to a carpet ! Only thing is that sometime you do get axle hop out of the hole, probably a function of the super sticky P-Zeros and spring/shock rates.
You do getmore suspension 'crash' on harsh surfaces of course, how many times have I cursed the road maintenance departments in my area? [:@]
I have the Pirelli P-Zero tyres on mine which stick lick mud to a carpet ! Only thing is that sometime you do get axle hop out of the hole, probably a function of the super sticky P-Zeros and spring/shock rates.
