2.5" lowering springs. Should I give em a try
02-23-2012, 09:05 PM
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Stock Mustangs have a limited amount of suspension travel and lowering the car such that most of that travel is gone will result in either hitting the bump stops or require very firm spring rates. Either of these conditions will result in a much harsher street ride. The geometry on a stock Mustang is not especially good so dropping the car a lot has a significant effect on the geometry.
Guys have just pointed out some of his options and the pitfalls of doing some of them. He needs to do a little more research and decide which option to pursue.
02-24-2012, 02:35 AM
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I agree that everyone may have a different opinion about what a good handling car is. However, there are certain aspects of suspension modification that are simply factual and not subjective like the sound of an exhaust.
Stock Mustangs have a limited amount of suspension travel and lowering the car such that most of that travel is gone will result in either hitting the bump stops or require very firm spring rates. Either of these conditions will result in a much harsher street ride. The geometry on a stock Mustang is not especially good so dropping the car a lot has a significant effect on the geometry.
Guys have just pointed out some of his options and the pitfalls of doing some of them. He needs to do a little more research and decide which option to pursue.
Stock Mustangs have a limited amount of suspension travel and lowering the car such that most of that travel is gone will result in either hitting the bump stops or require very firm spring rates. Either of these conditions will result in a much harsher street ride. The geometry on a stock Mustang is not especially good so dropping the car a lot has a significant effect on the geometry.
Guys have just pointed out some of his options and the pitfalls of doing some of them. He needs to do a little more research and decide which option to pursue.
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