Solid Axle vs. IRS
9/25/12, 12:48 AM
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Originally Posted by hi5.0
This again? A IRS is better than a (3 link/TA) live rear axle everywhere but a perfectly smooth race track - going in a straight line or with turns. The cobbled-together nature of the SN95 version is unfortunately the "IRS standard point of reference" for Mustang enthusiasts, it seems.
If other manufacturers of performance cars/exotics can build IRS-equipped cars that can handle what their engines can dish out, I don't see how Ford cannot do the same now that the Mustang has a better chassis designed for it.
If other manufacturers of performance cars/exotics can build IRS-equipped cars that can handle what their engines can dish out, I don't see how Ford cannot do the same now that the Mustang has a better chassis designed for it.
I started this topic not for which is better, but for the question of; I wondered if Ford was going to make the rearends a option.
9/25/12, 12:57 AM
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I doubt it. But if Ford does offer a live axle option for the next Mustang, you can bet it would be geared for something like the Cobra Jet and then offered in the Ford Racing catalog. IIRC, the 2012 COPO Camaro uses a aftermarket-based live rear axle setup.
9/25/12, 02:45 AM
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Originally Posted by hi5.0
This again? A IRS is better than a (3 link/TA) live rear axle everywhere but a perfectly smooth race track - going in a straight line or with turns. The cobbled-together nature of the SN95 version is unfortunately the "IRS standard point of reference" for Mustang enthusiasts, it seems.
If other manufacturers of performance cars/exotics can build IRS-equipped cars that can handle what their engines can dish out, I don't see how Ford cannot do the same now that the Mustang has a better chassis designed for it.
If other manufacturers of performance cars/exotics can build IRS-equipped cars that can handle what their engines can dish out, I don't see how Ford cannot do the same now that the Mustang has a better chassis designed for it.
And tough behind a keyboard? Bull. I have friends who constantly misuse their/there/they're and your/you're and to/too. It drives me up a wall that people can't spell or write correctly, yet somehow get jobs that pay enough to afford these vehicles. It's all over the Internet, not just here. People have no attention to detail. You say it's the Internet, and it doesn't matter? I say if you want your comment next to your screen name, at least have the pride to make sure everything is spelled correctly and grammatically correct.
9/25/12, 03:01 AM
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This is a gear head mustang site. I'm sure there is a grammar and punctuation site somewheres on the net. There's a problem when you get used to that proper stick up your butt and actually start to enjoy it. 
9/25/12, 03:30 AM
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Originally Posted by laserred38
Exactly. All this has been rehashed over and over and over again, since 1999. It's SO old. Cool the Boss performs great and is the new benchmark for front engine trackable street cars. So what? Again, the Mustang is THE last modern car produced with a SRA. It's done. Period.
And tough behind a keyboard? Bull. I have friends who constantly misuse their/there/they're and your/you're and to/too. It drives me up a wall that people can't spell or write correctly, yet somehow get jobs that pay enough to afford these vehicles. It's all over the Internet, not just here. People have no attention to detail. You say it's the Internet, and it doesn't matter? I say if you want your comment next to your screen name, at least have the pride to make sure everything is spelled correctly and grammatically correct.
9/25/12, 04:45 AM
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HANDS DOWN the IRS, it is much better in curves especially bumpy ones to hold traction, the live rear axle is supposed to be used on trucks and track cars but 90% of roads are NOT perfect like a track, it has many bumps. The IRS helps a lot its what the camaros have all come with.
It does add weight though.
It does add weight though.
9/25/12, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by AlsCobra
This is a gear head mustang site. I'm sure there is a grammar and punctuation site somewheres on the net. There's a problem when you get used to that proper stick up your butt and actually start to enjoy it.
9/25/12, 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by UnrealFord
Tell you what, why don't you read a topic before you start opening your mouth. It was NEVER about which is better, it was about the possibilities of Ford making the rear axle a option.
9/25/12, 11:00 AM
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Last edited by UnrealFord; 9/25/12 at 11:04 AM.
9/25/12, 11:05 AM
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First time on the internet? Ive been here longer then you...LMAO. I suppose thats why your looking for a job and are jealous of people making more money then you. Take a guess ,its probably your crappy attitude.
jk :butyouknowmeikidikidlol:
9/25/12, 11:12 AM
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Your time on this site clearly has no correlation to your grammar or spelling. It's not jealousy. It's disappointment, that people in this country have no attention to detail any more and no pride in looking like they have some semblance of having a grasp on the English language. Then, hide behind this being a gearhead website. Wow.
9/25/12, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by 11SHELBYGT500
Actually the word "axle" is derived from the word "axel" but that's no reason to get so angry. Lol
9/25/12, 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by laserred38
Since when did being a gear head become an excuse for being illiterate?
9/25/12, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by laserred38
Your time on this site clearly has no correlation to your grammar or spelling. It's not jealousy. It's disappointment, that people in this country have no attention to detail any more and no pride in looking like they have some semblance of having a grasp on the English language. Then, hide behind this being a gearhead website. Wow.
9/25/12, 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Ethanjbeau
Are you seriously arguing about this?
9/25/12, 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by RandyW
Actually, a debate about spelling and grammar may be more interesting than the 254th thread debating IRS vs SLA.