Fays2 Watts Link install
10-08-2013, 09:10 AM
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Fays2 Watts Link install
Does anybody have a soft copy of the Fays2 Watts link install like in a pdf format that they could PM me? I'd like to look at it to see if the install is something that I can tackle myself. Im pretty sure I probably could, but having a look at the install procedure for a GT500 would be very helpful. Thanks in advance.
Yes, I pinged Sam but he must be busy because he hasnt had a chance to reply to that request yet.
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10-09-2013, 02:59 AM
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10-09-2013, 07:51 AM
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Does anybody have a soft copy of the Fays2 Watts link install like in a pdf format that they could PM me? I'd like to look at it to see if the install is something that I can tackle myself. Im pretty sure I probably could, but having a look at the install procedure for a GT500 would be very helpful. Thanks in advance.
Yes, I pinged Sam but he must be busy because he hasnt had a chance to reply to that request yet.
Yes, I pinged Sam but he must be busy because he hasnt had a chance to reply to that request yet.
You're gonna need some larger than normal wrenches and/or sockets to tighten the bolts on the watts bars, as well as an electronic level, but other than that it's very straightforward. It took me about four hours working by myself.
I'm old and have only partial use of my left hand. If I can do it, you can do it.
Here's a small write-up:
http://paddedwall.org/2012mustang/Su...aspx#tab-fays2
One point I neglected to mention in the writeup - make double-damn sure that you torque to specs (listed in the instructions), and then after 50 miles, check ALL of the bolts. I did it twice (once at 60 miles, and again at 150).
If you have an aftermarket sway bar, you may have clearance issues.
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10-09-2013, 02:49 PM
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Always smart to double check the tightness of fasteners. 
I'll say that I prefer to use a non-digital angle finder, preferably one with a spring loaded needle like this one... http://www.lowes.com/pd_198122-1099-AF006M_0__ Digital ones are actually to touchy and we get hung up on .1 degrees. It's critical the arms aren't out of whack to each other by any tangible amount like 1 or 2 degrees, but you don't need digital to do it.
It is a pretty easy bolt on. You do need some big wrenches. It's been a while since I put one on myself to be honest so I can't recall the sizes exactly.
As for the rear bar. Yep, not all bars will work with it. My 8419 rear bar does in fact work with the Fays2 unit. It was specifically designed to work around the Fays2 watts since that what I used on my 2007 and 2011 Mustangs.
I'll say that I prefer to use a non-digital angle finder, preferably one with a spring loaded needle like this one... http://www.lowes.com/pd_198122-1099-AF006M_0__ Digital ones are actually to touchy and we get hung up on .1 degrees.
It's critical the arms aren't out of whack to each other by any tangible amount like 1 or 2 degrees, but you don't need digital to do it. It is a pretty easy bolt on. You do need some big wrenches. It's been a while since I put one on myself to be honest so I can't recall the sizes exactly.
As for the rear bar. Yep, not all bars will work with it. My 8419 rear bar does in fact work with the Fays2 unit. It was specifically designed to work around the Fays2 watts since that what I used on my 2007 and 2011 Mustangs.
10-09-2013, 07:30 PM
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Here you go:
http://www.championmustang.com/modern/PDF/S7M8-5649.pdf
It says Shelby but it's a rebranded Fays2. Having done this install myself on ramps, I can tell you right now it's tight back there! I hope you have access to a lift. That being said, the Fays2 is awesome on my 2013 V-6 Performance Pack. The rear axle feels much more planted, especially in corners, and initial turn-in is a bit quicker as well. Just be aware that it will be a little noisy as it does use rod ends (Heim joints).
http://www.championmustang.com/modern/PDF/S7M8-5649.pdf
It says Shelby but it's a rebranded Fays2. Having done this install myself on ramps, I can tell you right now it's tight back there! I hope you have access to a lift. That being said, the Fays2 is awesome on my 2013 V-6 Performance Pack. The rear axle feels much more planted, especially in corners, and initial turn-in is a bit quicker as well. Just be aware that it will be a little noisy as it does use rod ends (Heim joints).
10-13-2013, 06:40 AM
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Here you go:
http://www.championmustang.com/modern/PDF/S7M8-5649.pdf
It says Shelby but it's a rebranded Fays2. Having done this install myself on ramps, I can tell you right now it's tight back there! I hope you have access to a lift. That being said, the Fays2 is awesome on my 2013 V-6 Performance Pack. The rear axle feels much more planted, especially in corners, and initial turn-in is a bit quicker as well. Just be aware that it will be a little noisy as it does use rod ends (Heim joints).
http://www.championmustang.com/modern/PDF/S7M8-5649.pdf
It says Shelby but it's a rebranded Fays2. Having done this install myself on ramps, I can tell you right now it's tight back there! I hope you have access to a lift. That being said, the Fays2 is awesome on my 2013 V-6 Performance Pack. The rear axle feels much more planted, especially in corners, and initial turn-in is a bit quicker as well. Just be aware that it will be a little noisy as it does use rod ends (Heim joints).
