Hey guys,
I am wondering if putting beefier sway bars on my otherwise stock GT conv. will improve the handling, and if so by how much? I would like less roll, lowering it isnt going to happen b/c of the roads here and I drive it in the winter too.
Which set would be the best to go with?
I dont autocross it and never will, so are adjustables a waste of money?
Are there special ones for conv. vs coupes?
Thanks.

 

I am going to post because I have an 05 Vert and and it is my daily driver also. I like you will never autoX my car or will never lower it for the reasons you mentioned. But I have been eyeing Steeda's products for this task. They are not cheap but I believe they work. And I would also go with their shocks at the same time while keeping the stock springs.
Scott

http://www.steeda.com/products/steed...ble_shocks.php
http://www.steeda.com/products/swaybar_kit_s197.php

But I now see that the rear swaybar won't fit our Verts. Wonder why?

 

I would think that you'll see some improvement, but for daily driving you could probably find better enhancements.

 

The Eibach anti-sway bars are very good, and they are adjustable. It is the same set for either the GT or the V6, and the front bar is adjustable. You will want to start with the middle hole on the forward anti-sway bar for the GT and the aft hole for the V6 (there are three holes). One a wet roadway, over-cook a corner where there is room to slide-out, and with little braking effort, the vehicle should slide sideways outward in a four-wheel drift, without fishtailing. If you do fishtail out, then increase the forward anti-sway bar on your GT to its stiffest setting (the innermost holes). If you still fishtail out in an overcooked corner after that, then the next solution is to install a free-wheeling rear locking differential, such as a TrueTrac.

 

I currently use the FRPP anti-roll bar kit and, given the way I drive the car, having an adjustable front bar is a big help. However, is there any advantage to having an adjustable rear anti-roll bar? Below is a link to the only one I've found so far.

http://http://www.stillen.com/produc...&model=MUSTANG

 

Hey there,

For some reason, the link doesnt work - so thought I would post one for ya

http://www.stillen.com/product.asp?i...&model=MUSTANG

The front and rear kit is on sale right now also.

Give me a call (866-278-8287 x134) if I can be of any help.

Thanks

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Sway bars will work for that improvement (sway reduction), car lowered or not. The adjustable versions give you a little chassis tune ability (over steer / under steer / roll stiffness). Only downside for heavier swaybars is single wheel bump stiffness increases, which will make single bumps a little harsher. Springs or not I'd complement the bars with adjustable Tokio-D's or Koni's.

I already have the Spec-D's and toying with the idea of sway bars too.

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The front swaybars on the GT's are actually fine for a DD, the rear will benifit from a beefier bar.
I recently installed a set of Eibach sway bars on mine, suspension otherwise stock. Eibach also makes the FRPP bars, only difference is color & price.
I installed the rear first & noticed an improvement on cornering & twisties, after installing the front (in center hole), I really didn't notice any difference.
Did alot of reading before buying & decided the Eibach/FRPP were the best for the money. Will eventually upgrade the struts/shocks & some LCA's.
I'm really impressed with the Eibach parts, you get heavier, billet rear links & greasable mounts with the kit,excellent quality.
I'm no suspension expert by any means, just my personal feedback.

 

so start with the rear first how much was the rear eibauch

 

I haven't seen the Eibach or FRPP rear sold alone, but you may be able to purchase it alone from Tilman or another vender,I'd call them to inquire. I bought my set from a fellow owner new in the box for 275, so it was a good deal since I've only seen other offerings for the rear only going from 170 & up.The no-name brands did not include any links or new mounts either. I'm sure the brand names; Steeda, BMR, etc. are also excellent products, but you're looking @ 200 & up for just the rear bar for that price.
My original plans were to install the rear only.
I've seen the Eibach kits as low as 375 + shipping & considering it includes the upgraded rear links & greasable mounts it is still a good deal IMO.

 

From an engineers standpoint, bite the bullet and get both front and rear, then adjust to suit. Danger of doing just the rear is getting close to or reaching unstable understeer. You always want some amount of understeer. There are other ways to get the tail out that are safer than oversteer.