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Old 03-31-2010, 01:44 AM
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-Tokico D-Spec Adjustable Strut & Shock Kit (05-10)
-Eibach Pro Kit Spring Set
-J&M Mustang 4-Bolt Caster Camber Plates (05-10)
-J&M Mustang Adjustable Panhard Rod (05-09)
-Front=2 Hypercoated 2010 GT Premium Style Wheels 18x9 w/ 2 NITTO Extreme Performance NT555 (255/45-18)
-Rear=2 Hypercoated 2010 GT Premium Style Wheels 18x10 w/ 2 NITTO Extreme Performance NT555 (275/40-18)

I'm not exactly a suspension genius but from reviews and ratings that looks like a pretty good setup. Let me know if I made a mistake.
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Old 03-31-2010, 02:57 AM
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Originally Posted by SilasX93
-Tokico D-Spec Adjustable Strut & Shock Kit (05-10)
-Eibach Pro Kit Spring Set
-J&M Mustang 4-Bolt Caster Camber Plates (05-10)
-J&M Mustang Adjustable Panhard Rod (05-09)
-Front=2 Hypercoated 2010 GT Premium Style Wheels 18x9 w/ 2 NITTO Extreme Performance NT555 (255/45-18)
-Rear=2 Hypercoated 2010 GT Premium Style Wheels 18x10 w/ 2 NITTO Extreme Performance NT555 (275/40-18)

I'm not exactly a suspension genius but from reviews and ratings that looks like a pretty good setup. Let me know if I made a mistake.
Konis > Tokicos
J&M plates use spherical bearings so you will have increased NVH vs. Pillowball mounts
NT555 - excellent street/ agressive tire, tons of traction
Wheels - find out how much they weigh, you might be able to find something lighter
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Old 03-31-2010, 07:22 AM
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All looks good to me, that will be a nice setup. If those are the Nitto RII version, they are an absolutely awesome tire. The car is going to corner like its on rails.

Tokicos work very well, just ask the many, many folks who use them. If you can afford, and get, the Koni's...they would be my first choice but the D-Specs will not dissapoint. The J&M plates are very good. I wouldn't say they increase NVH any...this ain't no Cadillac to begin with.
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Old 03-31-2010, 08:09 AM
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It would help us if you gave more details on how you are going to use the car after making the mods.

For example if it is gong to be tracked on a road course you might want to have the same size tires and rims front and rear to allow for rotating the tires for more even wear.
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Old 03-31-2010, 03:19 PM
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Daily driver, mostly, looking for a sleek, staggered look and decent ride quality, tracked rarely.
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I would get Uca's, Lca's, Panhard brace, and k member brace. Just my 2 cents.
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Old 04-03-2010, 03:19 PM
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Looks good. Like others have said, the Konis are probably worth the price jump, but it's not a huge deal. You could also probably find some lighter wheels, but if you just really like the 2010 GT Premium wheels, then the few saved pounds may not be worth it to you.
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Old 04-04-2010, 05:48 PM
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Thought about doing Steeda Ultralites not only for the weight savings, but because the thin spokes would definitely accentuate my red painted calipers. Only thing is, I haven't seen too many pictures of them, and I saw the 2010 premi wheels at a car show last month, and I KNOW they look sexy, especially on my redfire. Looking for a satin silver/aluminum wheel to compliment my silver stripes as well, 18x10 & 18x9 staggered.
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Old 04-05-2010, 12:18 PM
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The price jump to Koni's isn't huge. I have D-spec for $589/set shipped, Koni Sports are $629/set shipped.
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