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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 01:27 PM
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Hello everyone, So I'm just about to order some suspension upgrades for my car and wanted to know if you guys have any opinions if they are a good idea or not. So basically I want my car to be lower and improve handling as (drastically as possible) but with out absolutely breaking the bank so I'm thinking...

Tokico D-Spec Adjustable Strut & Shock Kit
H&R Super Sport Springs
Ford Racing GT500 Style Strut Mount Upgrade
Eibach Pro-Alignment Camber Adjustment Bolts

Do you think I will be happy with these upgrades?
Also do you think the strut mount upgrade and camber adjustment bolts will get my car back in spec?

All opinions welcome and thanks in advance
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 01:50 PM
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Post in the handling section and those guys will give u some good info
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 02:42 PM
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personally, I'd get steeda HD or MM c/c plates instead of the GT500 / camber bolts. it adds a little cost, but you are already splurging a good amount on doing it right.. might as well invest that extra little bit.

either way - you'll be happy with what you selected.
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 02:46 PM
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after you install the parts you may find the rear end has shifted slightly - an adjustable panhard bar may be needed..
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 03:20 PM
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If you go with the FRPP lowering springs you will save some money. Plus they offer several spring rates in the lowering springs so you can choose how hard of a ride you want.
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 03:49 PM
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OK I will look into the FRPP Springs and thanks Old Mustanger
@Entaille what do you mean I may "find the rear end has shifted slightly"?
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 04:51 PM
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when you lower the car, the entire rear end tends to shift towards the (drivers?) side - you'll notice the driver side wheel sticking further out and the passenger side wheel being a bit inwards. an adjustable panhard bar can reinforce the rear end and recenter it after lowering.
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 06:56 PM
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Wow ok I will definitely have to look into that, so maybe this won't be happening as soon as I thought LOL
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 06:59 PM
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it's an investment for sure, to do it right.
Old Jun 4, 2012 | 07:06 PM
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Yup, and if you go with the steeda or MM plates, you won't need the camber bolts.

It's so hard trying to decide what I want to spend money on first, especially when said money flows in so slowly...



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