4 Link in a 65
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4 Link in a 65
Has anyone ever 4 linked thier pony?? I got a 65 with a horrible launch. I just burn out when ever I try to take off, which in turn is lost horsepower and slower times. I've been told that 4 linking it is the BEST way to go?? Am I right orare there other ways. I'm looking at about 1800-2000 for the kit then I would install it.
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
my 68 use to have heidts bolt in 4 link kit if you spend a little more you can get it welded to a 9 inch housing. there bolt in kit is 900 the one welded to a 9 inch is 1700 prices aer from mustangdepot.com
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
Before plopping out money on a 4 link let me ask you a couple questions:
What leafs are you running now?
What shocks are you running now?
What suspension setup do you have in the front?
What tires are you using?
The reason I ask these questions is because with my stroker cleveland when I am at the track running on 17 drag radials, I have no problem launching at 2000 RPM and I have a simple 5 leaf and KYB in the rear setup with a road course style suspension setup (lower car, tight springs, nothing at all setup for drag racing). Granted I am waiting for a 3 link setup to work with my watts link, but I have different reasons for wanting it. On the track I have never had a traction issue. On the street I know that starting my car from a stop with full throttle I will never have any traction so I don't bother unless I want to try and put on a show.
What leafs are you running now?
What shocks are you running now?
What suspension setup do you have in the front?
What tires are you using?
The reason I ask these questions is because with my stroker cleveland when I am at the track running on 17 drag radials, I have no problem launching at 2000 RPM and I have a simple 5 leaf and KYB in the rear setup with a road course style suspension setup (lower car, tight springs, nothing at all setup for drag racing). Granted I am waiting for a 3 link setup to work with my watts link, but I have different reasons for wanting it. On the track I have never had a traction issue. On the street I know that starting my car from a stop with full throttle I will never have any traction so I don't bother unless I want to try and put on a show.
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
dodgestang you looked at http://www.evolutionmsport.com/evmCa...products_id=47 or http://www.lateral-dynamics.com/products/
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
Here are some ideas. I think the IRS is intriguing. http://www.nzmustang.com/Newintoold/newintoold.htm
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
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You have a Watts link Nick? No wonder you don't have a traction problem.
You have a Watts link Nick? No wonder you don't have a traction problem.
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
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dodgestang you looked at http://www.evolutionmsport.com/evmCart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22& products_id=47
dodgestang you looked at http://www.evolutionmsport.com/evmCart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22& products_id=47
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
ORIGINAL: dodgestang
Before plopping out money on a 4 link let me ask you a couple questions:
What leafs are you running now?
What shocks are you running now?
What suspension setup do you have in the front?
What tires are you using?
The reason I ask these questions is because with my stroker cleveland when I am at the track running on 17 drag radials, I have no problem launching at 2000 RPM and I have a simple 5 leaf and KYB in the rear setup with a road course style suspension setup (lower car, tight springs, nothing at all setup for drag racing). Granted I am waiting for a 3 link setup to work with my watts link, but I have different reasons for wanting it. On the track I have never had a traction issue. On the street I know that starting my car from a stop with full throttle I will never have any traction so I don't bother unless I want to try and put on a show.
Before plopping out money on a 4 link let me ask you a couple questions:
What leafs are you running now?
What shocks are you running now?
What suspension setup do you have in the front?
What tires are you using?
The reason I ask these questions is because with my stroker cleveland when I am at the track running on 17 drag radials, I have no problem launching at 2000 RPM and I have a simple 5 leaf and KYB in the rear setup with a road course style suspension setup (lower car, tight springs, nothing at all setup for drag racing). Granted I am waiting for a 3 link setup to work with my watts link, but I have different reasons for wanting it. On the track I have never had a traction issue. On the street I know that starting my car from a stop with full throttle I will never have any traction so I don't bother unless I want to try and put on a show.
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RE: 4 Link in a 65
IMO I think you will find that:
New 5 leaf and shackes: $180-200
New Rear Shocks: $35 each
Under rider traction bars: $100
Will greatly improve your car's starting ability. The term launching is something I reserve for the track, so perhaps a second set of cheap track tires for when you go racing are in order. The hard compound in the street tires at the $40 price point is a killer for starting with authority.
And to give you perspective on my
5 leaf mid eye springs
basic shackels
under rider traction bars
275 40 17 drag radials
Good enough for a 1.8 60 foot. Is it the best it could be...no. But it sure is fun and I wasn't suffering from wheel hop or tire slip.
Also, I don't think you have included the motor (how much power are you really pushing) and the rest of the driveline...auto/stick ratios, etc.
New 5 leaf and shackes: $180-200
New Rear Shocks: $35 each
Under rider traction bars: $100
Will greatly improve your car's starting ability. The term launching is something I reserve for the track, so perhaps a second set of cheap track tires for when you go racing are in order. The hard compound in the street tires at the $40 price point is a killer for starting with authority.
And to give you perspective on my
5 leaf mid eye springs
basic shackels
under rider traction bars
275 40 17 drag radials
Good enough for a 1.8 60 foot. Is it the best it could be...no. But it sure is fun and I wasn't suffering from wheel hop or tire slip.
Also, I don't think you have included the motor (how much power are you really pushing) and the rest of the driveline...auto/stick ratios, etc.