Stock sub frame connectors
03-22-2013, 01:52 PM
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Stock sub frame connectors
I have read a lot of articles of the advangte of using sub frame connectors. My questions is what or how much of a different in stiffness of the frame . If you have OEM frame connectors, will the weld in kind make that much of a different with a DD car? At what stage of mods will you need to add the weld in in kind?
03-22-2013, 02:09 PM
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I would think if you have OEM frame connectors you will be fine for a DD car. They are intended to stiffen up the car to keep it from twisting in a high HP car. If you have upgraded the engine, or you are running it at the track, you would probably want the weld in connectors, but again for a DD, I would think you are good.
03-25-2013, 09:49 PM
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Your '01 coupe doesn't have OE subframe connectors. Convertibles and the Mach 1 came with bolt-on OE subframe connectors. I installed Maximum Motorsports full length weld-on subframe connectors on my Mach 1 and they are the first modification you should make if you're upgrading the suspension.
They make a huge difference on a daily driver. Make sure you weld them on with the car on a four post ramp/lift. The car's weight needs to be supported on its wheels when welding.
They make a huge difference on a daily driver. Make sure you weld them on with the car on a four post ramp/lift. The car's weight needs to be supported on its wheels when welding.
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03-26-2013, 01:39 PM
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Hi, thanks for the information. I agree they did not come stock on my car. But , back in 2003 i had them installed at my Local Ford dealership. After my warraanty was up. So, i could start running the car at the Dragstrip. They have been on my car for the last 10 years. I see everyone suggest the weld in kind. My car is a DD now. Very few times i run at strip anymore. I will see if any of my friends has them. And take a ride, to see if how much of a different they will make. Thanks
05-28-2013, 12:32 AM
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POST PICTURES OF YOURS.
2003 GTs were never equipped with factory subconnectors.
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