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Old 03-12-2008, 10:59 PM
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Default RE: swapping rear suspension do i need the coil spring isolators

if you read on MM site the recomend FORD bushings only..
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Old 03-13-2008, 01:26 AM
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yeah im just gonna order fromm mm tomorrow bushings,isolators....tool?
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Old 03-13-2008, 01:28 AM
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Default RE: swapping rear suspension do i need the coil spring isolators

the tool makes it really simple to swap them out, I bought one
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Old 03-13-2008, 02:12 AM
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the tool makes it really simple to swap them out, I bought one
right on i was lookin at it, i probably will i dont see this being my last stang
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Old 03-13-2008, 01:21 PM
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i would replace them...when i changed out my springs i didnt put them on at first and the ride was uncomfortable and it made annoying creeking sounds...their cheap like 10 bucks so id get um
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Old 03-13-2008, 01:35 PM
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yeah im ordering them today or tomorrow from mm just got to sell something i got first
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Old 03-14-2008, 09:23 PM
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Default RE: swapping rear suspension do i need the coil spring isolators

They are good for about 1/4" of ride height.

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Old 03-14-2008, 09:40 PM
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They are good for about 1/4" of ride height.

what are u talking about the isolators ar good for a 1/4 of height?
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Old 03-15-2008, 12:06 AM
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Ibought new BBK isolators for the front and rear. And I think he means leaving the isolators out will lower the car about 1/4 in.
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