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Old 02-21-2013, 08:31 PM
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Default FRPP Springs, shocks and struts?

I'm still researching suspension options for my 2013 V6 Convertible Pony Package and came across Ford Racing PP "p" springs (1 inch drop) and FRPP shocks and struts.

Any opinions on these?
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Old 02-21-2013, 09:06 PM
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First, I would ask you what are your ULTIMATE goals, as I ask everyone looking to mod his/her car. Second, I will send you over to the S197 Handling Performance section, as they will be better versed on your particular model of Stang.

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Sorry, thought I put this in the right spot.

I want to lower the car just enough to get the fender gap under control. Ride quality is very important and I just want to tighten it up some. It will never see autocross or track use but I do enjoy some "spirited" driving on the twisties on occasion.
I've installed a set of Eibach sway bars and I realize that that isn't the best first step I had the bars from a previous car just lying around.
I might be overthinking it but the convertible seems to present some challenge in choosing springs.
I figure at the least springs,plates and panhard bar to start with shocks and struts soon after unless I find a pretty good deal.
The FRPP springs ,shocks and struts I was inquiring about in my original post were on sale for 325 which seemed like a decent price.
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Old 02-22-2013, 06:55 AM
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You did put it in one of two correct spots, but the S197 section is better suited for your question

Agreed, the sway bars are best not to be the first, but rather the last step in setting up improved handling. Be sure to mention the model from which the sway bars you have installed are designed. Whether they be for a vert, V6 or V8 and the year will be helpful to those looking to get you going the right direction.

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The Eibach bars are the correct ones for the car. They came off a 2008 v6 vert that I sold and eibach lists the same part number 05-present.
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