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Old 05-30-2007, 05:20 PM
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i was thinking about getting this kit http://store.summitracing.com/partde...p;autoview=sku
it has FMS lowering springs .5" rear and .87" front
Hotchkis Caster/Camber Plates
and Strange shocks/struts
for $675.95

but are the caster camber plates even necessary for that amount of drop? by purchasing the kit i would save about $100 give or take but the caster camber plates are like $230 for the pair.. i could get rear control arms for that but then i would be paying $100 more..

what are your opinions?
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Old 05-30-2007, 05:21 PM
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you wont be happy with those springs... they are a single rate spring and will ride VERY rough... all the time
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Old 05-30-2007, 05:27 PM
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what kind of springs would you recomend for a softer ride? but i cant lower the car too much cuz my front wheels rub enough...[:@]
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Old 05-30-2007, 05:37 PM
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http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...rtKeyField=271
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Old 05-30-2007, 05:42 PM
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ur showing me the "deterioration in ride quality" ?

i would want progressive rate springs then right?

my car drives like a tank right now n e ways lol
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Old 05-30-2007, 06:03 PM
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the M-5300-B (B springs) offer the same small drop as the C springs in that kit you posted, but are a progressive spring with will smooth out the ride, while still maintaining good handling characteristics
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Old 05-30-2007, 06:44 PM
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alright cool thanx adder


but do you think that the caster/camber plates are necessary for that amount of drop?
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nope, not at all
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Old 05-30-2007, 07:02 PM
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adder i heard C/C plates where really only nececssary for cars with coil overs in the front... is that correct info???
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Old 05-30-2007, 08:05 PM
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CC plates are only necessary if the alignment is too far out of spec and can't be adjusted with the stock equipment


thats all
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