2005-2014 Mustangs Discussions on the latest S197 model Mustangs from Ford.

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Old Jun 15, 2015 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Norm Peterson
This would be a great opportunity for upgrading the OE strut bolts from your early ones (the ones that only get torqued to 148 ft-lbs) to the later ones (166 ft-lbs). These are full size bolts and are not camber-adjustable. For your peace of mind.

Steeda's HD strut mount is a very, very good solution for daily drivers up through dual purpose street/moderately serious track driving. I've had a set on my '08 for a little over 5 years.


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+1 on the upgraded OE strut bolts, I would also upgrade the stabilizer links to the 09+ ones. They have a fine thread vs coarse thread of the earlier models, a slightly larger diameter hex head, and revised locking nuts so that they actually hold the 85-89 ft/lbs of recommended torque.
Old Jul 15, 2015 | 08:57 PM
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So after my original post over 5 weeks ago, finally today my car is back on the road. I ended up going with the following:

Koni adjustable shocks and struts
Steeda adjustable upper strut mounts
Steeda Sport Springs
Steeda adjustable panhard bar
Steeda billet LCA's
Moog front endlinks, I even picked up the new 166 ft lbs strut bolts.

The difference is just unbelievable. Like imeyers302 said, it's like driving on rails. Just a shout out to everyone in this thread for the great advice. It was a long process and more expensive than originally planned but well worth it. This project couldn't have gone better.

Shout out to the guys at Steeda and American Muscle who were very helpful along the way.

Thanks again,

Semco
Old Jul 16, 2015 | 08:15 AM
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Semco,

We appreciate the support & are glad you are enjoying your Steeda parts!!

Post some pictures when you can :O.

Best Regards,

TJ
Old Jul 21, 2015 | 07:02 PM
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Sounds like a good setup, but I highly recommend new larger-diameter sway bars, front and rear, to really wake things up!

Next stop - big brakes! GT500 takeoffs or Stoptech.
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