Suspension Input
#1
Mach 1 Member
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
Thread Starter
Join Date: September 21, 2005
Posts: 947
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Suspension Input
I have a partial suspension package and looking for some insights into how to best complete it. I have an '08GT that is currently stock, but I may add a supercharger next year or the following. Here is what I have so far:
Roush Front Struts
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=323
Roush Lowering Springs
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=322
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=321
Roush Front Sway Bar from this kit
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=1145
I was planning to pick up the Roush Rear Shocks to go with my front struts..
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=324
So then I'm still without a Rear Sway bar. It doesn't appear that Roush sells the one from the above kit as a stand alone, so wasn't sure if there was another rear bar that would complement the setup, or if I should just get a new front and rear bar and sell the front sway bar that I have. Looking for some thoughts from some suspension gurus.
Thanks in advance everyone!
Roush Front Struts
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=323
Roush Lowering Springs
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=322
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=321
Roush Front Sway Bar from this kit
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=1145
I was planning to pick up the Roush Rear Shocks to go with my front struts..
http://store.roushperformance.com/detail.aspx?ID=324
So then I'm still without a Rear Sway bar. It doesn't appear that Roush sells the one from the above kit as a stand alone, so wasn't sure if there was another rear bar that would complement the setup, or if I should just get a new front and rear bar and sell the front sway bar that I have. Looking for some thoughts from some suspension gurus.
Thanks in advance everyone!
#2
Mach 1 Member
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
Join Date: October 28, 2008
Location: Brookville, PA
Posts: 623
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...D=80&ModelID=5
22mm, 3-way adjustable, direct no modification bolt-on, and hollow, so it's not boat-anchor heavy.
I also make a front bar that's 3-way adjustable and hollow too, so it's much lighter than the one you have--and gives you options.
The set you can see here: http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...=80&PartID=717 and there is a $19 discount for buying a pair vs. one at a time.
22mm, 3-way adjustable, direct no modification bolt-on, and hollow, so it's not boat-anchor heavy.
I also make a front bar that's 3-way adjustable and hollow too, so it's much lighter than the one you have--and gives you options.
The set you can see here: http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...=80&PartID=717 and there is a $19 discount for buying a pair vs. one at a time.
#3
Mach 1 Member
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
You should also consider an adjustable panhard bar, with a lowered car and a stock panhard bar your rear axle will no longer be centered.
On the rear sway bar, it is a surprise that Roush does not offer one on its own outside of a kit. I will let the suspension gurus answer your question if it would be better to mix and match a different vendor for your rear, or buy a new front and rear from the same vendor that complement each other.
On the rear sway bar, it is a surprise that Roush does not offer one on its own outside of a kit. I will let the suspension gurus answer your question if it would be better to mix and match a different vendor for your rear, or buy a new front and rear from the same vendor that complement each other.
#4
Bullitt Member
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
Join Date: November 6, 2010
Location: Alpharetta, GA
Posts: 243
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...D=80&ModelID=5
22mm, 3-way adjustable, direct no modification bolt-on, and hollow, so it's not boat-anchor heavy.
I also make a front bar that's 3-way adjustable and hollow too, so it's much lighter than the one you have--and gives you options.
The set you can see here: http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...=80&PartID=717 and there is a $19 discount for buying a pair vs. one at a time.
22mm, 3-way adjustable, direct no modification bolt-on, and hollow, so it's not boat-anchor heavy.
I also make a front bar that's 3-way adjustable and hollow too, so it's much lighter than the one you have--and gives you options.
The set you can see here: http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...=80&PartID=717 and there is a $19 discount for buying a pair vs. one at a time.
![](http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5206/5236115539_24a89f013e.jpg)
DSC00404 by jsnyng, on Flickr
And a not so great photo of the front bar:
![](http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5082/5236118199_a281467af4.jpg)
DSC00407 by jsnyng, on Flickr
I've only had mine for a week, but I can tell a big difference.
#5
Legacy TMS Member
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...D=80&ModelID=5
22mm, 3-way adjustable, direct no modification bolt-on, and hollow, so it's not boat-anchor heavy.
I also make a front bar that's 3-way adjustable and hollow too, so it's much lighter than the one you have--and gives you options.
The set you can see here: http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...=80&PartID=717 and there is a $19 discount for buying a pair vs. one at a time.
22mm, 3-way adjustable, direct no modification bolt-on, and hollow, so it's not boat-anchor heavy.
I also make a front bar that's 3-way adjustable and hollow too, so it's much lighter than the one you have--and gives you options.
The set you can see here: http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...=80&PartID=717 and there is a $19 discount for buying a pair vs. one at a time.
![Icon Mrgreen](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif)
#6
Mach 1 Member
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
![](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/rank.gif)
Thread Starter
Join Date: September 21, 2005
Posts: 947
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Thanks guys. I was actually able to pick up the Stage 2 front sway bar now too, so I have an extra Stage 3 front sway bar that I won't need. Now, I'll just need to pick up the rear sway bar.
Sam, I may look over the holiday season to see if anyone local has a Stage 2 rear bar, but if not, I'll be in touch. Definitely appreciate the quick response and your knowledge of suspension systems.
Sam, I may look over the holiday season to see if anyone local has a Stage 2 rear bar, but if not, I'll be in touch. Definitely appreciate the quick response and your knowledge of suspension systems.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
tj@steeda
2015 - 2023 MUSTANG
0
9/8/15 10:45 AM