Anyone know the difference between the Steeda SPort Springs and Ultralite springs? THeir website does not say mucha nd they seem to give the same drop.

 

from what I understand,the sport are a tad stiffer and a little heavier

 

thanks

 

I e-mailed them the same question...I asked which was better for a daily driver and the occasional street race and they said the ultra-lites.

 

any idea how the ultralites compare to the eibach pro kit?
I am trying to find the best option for not sacrificing ride quality, and as I don't drive hard enough to need the handling am just doing the mod for the look.

 

I recently installed Steeda Ultralites after agonizing over which springs to install. I too, did not want rride quality to go so far down the toilet that I would regret the whole thing. I installed the ultralites, and I have to say that the ride is only slightly harsher, the car is comfortable, it sits exactly right (IMHO), brake dive is almost completely gone, and cornering is much better.

No matter what kit you go with, you will need a front end alignment and I would recommend installing the camber adjusting bolts in the top holes, so that you don't have to pay the alignment shop to do it when you get there.

Pictures of my install are here:

http://www.allfordmustangs.com/forum...eeda+ultralite

Good luck!

 

Thanks for the link back to TMS on my Ultralite install, but next time, instead of referring to me as 'guy', please use 'cool dude'.


Just to let you all know, camber bolts may not be necessary with the Ultralites.

My front end alignment specialist has years of track and street alignment experience with Mustangs, Porsches and all imports. All measurements and adjustments were done by gages and other non-computer instruments. He doesn't go by factory specs, but rather custom alignment settings tailored to individual driving conditions and habits, also does corner balancing.

So, do I trust his judgement and opinion? In short, yes!

Here's the deal...

When checked at max positive camber with the factory strut bolts in place, drivers side measured in at -1.0 degree, passenger side measured at -1.3 degrees.

Caster was also verified.

It was suggested to me to bring in the drivers side to -1.3 degrees to match the other side in lieu of installing the adjustable camber bolts.

Rationale: Based upon my annual mileage and driving conditions, I won't see any appreciable tire wear for several years (or several thousand miles). Another factor was not driving in the rain, which negative camber can introduce unwanted hydroplaning. Also noted was that it being a show car, I'll most likely replace the tires before they're worn anyway.

Track camber settings can range from -1.5 to 2 degrees of negative camber. At -1.3 degrees, I'm at 'agressive street' driving.

Factory tolerance is -.75 degrees (+/- .75 degrees) which is 0.0 to -1.5 degrees.

 

Does anyone have a picture or diagram or instructions for the camber adjustment bolts installed? Where they go, how they attach, etc. I'm trying to visualize it but its not working. I would like to do the work myself.

 

Here ya go! EZ Cam Installation Video (17.7mg)

 

Thanks TacoBill. You have answers for everything.

 

And he didn't call you Tacobell!

 

I usually see the 'TacoBell' replies near lunchtime!

 

I have the Steeda Sport Springs and its not that bad on a well paved road - but we all know in SFLA they must have some blind person paving these streets - there are more pot holes than on the moon.


Am changing mine to either H&R OE Sport Springs or Steeda UltraLites.

 

Rear Steeda Ultralites will be installed oct4

 

Ultralites and D Specs are the way to go. The range of adjustability is limitless, whether you are going on a long trip, daily driving on crappy roads, or going to the track...there's a setting.