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Old Dec 5, 2007 | 06:19 PM
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So I have plans to put on Eibach Sportlines this weekend, with an Edelbrock adj panhard, and I would like to know if this setup will damage my cars suspension..?

I have seen posts saying the stock shocks/struts leak and will not last me..
Is this correct, or can I get away with just changing the springs and adding a panhard?

Also, how long should it take a body shop to install a adj panhard?

Thanks.
FM
Old Dec 6, 2007 | 04:09 PM
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Im gonna ask those questions when I get my car lowered on monday...Ill see what they say.
Old Dec 6, 2007 | 04:34 PM
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Thanks.. but Ill have my springs on already by then..

I talked to the shop and they said they've done tons of Sportline drops and kept the shocks stock.. I don't know if that means I'm in the clear, but I think I'll eventually go with Tokico shocks anyway. Either the HP's or the D-Specs.. I'm not sure.. depends if I want to spring (pun..lol) for the adjustable ones..

Thanks for the reply Ray.. I like the mods you got goin on.
the spring should look nice with your 19's..


Old Dec 6, 2007 | 09:28 PM
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I've had mine done a year and no leaking or damage, it really should be ok, there will be a rougher ride but not bad. Panhard done by a shop should take 1/2 hour including adjustment, 15 more realistically!!!! Good luck and enjoy the new look of your stang.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 07:37 PM
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rmays do you have sportlines with stock struts/shocks? What size rims? Can you post a bigger picture or your car for me please?
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 07:41 PM
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I just got sportlines and I have 18s.
pics arent up yet but I can get em for you tomorrow if you want.
I am runnin stock shocks.. so far no problems..
amazing handling! less drift..
PM me if you need pics and Ill hook you up tomorrow.
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Old Dec 13, 2007 | 07:47 PM
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Pics would be great, thanks!
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 07:49 PM
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ya no prob.. tomorrow I have an exam..
so I gotta study now.. but ill hit you up with some asap.
thanks for the patience.
FM
Old Dec 23, 2007 | 04:14 PM
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Have the Eibach ProKit with stock shocks/stuts for a few months now, no problems except forharsher ride quality.Geting some better shocks with my tax returnto help with that, though.
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