2012-2013 BOSS 302

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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 03:03 AM
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I have a Boss but I'm still not sure if it will be worth swapping out the Steeda Sport springs I have already. What will the difference be height wise and performance wise when compared to the Sport springs?
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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Zoldier
I have a Boss but I'm still not sure if it will be worth swapping out the Steeda Sport springs I have already. What will the difference be height wise and performance wise when compared to the Sport springs?
Ride height changes 0.2 inches in the front, and 0.7 to 0.8 inches in the rear. These springs were not meant to be for looks, they were meant for performance.

Reduced body roll, less pitch under braking, better weight distribution without affecting the front roll center and near factory like ride quality with the Boss original shocks and struts.
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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 07:32 PM
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Has anyone installed these springs on their Boss?
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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by 5 DOT 0
Has anyone installed these springs on their Boss?
You go first :-)
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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by phiggs54
You go first :-)
I'm tempted but I'd like to see if Ford Racing comes out with a set first.
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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 11:12 PM
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I'm tempted as well. I like the Steeda Sport springs I have right now so I'm wondering if its worth doing another swap. I have a track day next weekend so I wouldnt mind doing one track day with the sports and the next one with these for comparison.

I probably wont notice the 1/2" in ride height so thats not an issue. I just didnt want the rake look so I opted for the Sports.

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Old Nov 16, 2011 | 07:26 AM
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Originally Posted by 5 DOT 0
Has anyone installed these springs on their Boss?
We have customers running around on them, they may not necessarily be on the forums though.

We sold out the first 12 sets in 48 hours. We should have more in stock tomorrow.
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Old Nov 16, 2011 | 08:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Zoldier
I'm tempted as well. I like the Steeda Sport springs I have right now so I'm wondering if its worth doing another swap. I have a track day next weekend so I wouldnt mind doing one track day with the sports and the next one with these for comparison.
That's the type of info we need. Let us know how the two compare.
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Old Nov 16, 2011 | 12:53 PM
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Mine arrived in the mail yesterday. Stupid FedEx, I parked my a$$ on the couch as soon as I got home, FedEx came and pasted a sticker on my door without knocking...

Anyways, hope to install them in the next few days, then I'll try to snap a few comparison pics with Mustangfreak's stock BOSS, for those interested in the visuals.
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Old Nov 16, 2011 | 01:17 PM
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Originally Posted by black_bullitt
Mine arrived in the mail yesterday. Stupid FedEx, I parked my a$$ on the couch as soon as I got home, FedEx came and pasted a sticker on my door without knocking...

Anyways, hope to install them in the next few days, then I'll try to snap a few comparison pics with Mustangfreak's stock BOSS, for those interested in the visuals.
Why wait get them installed today.
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Old Nov 18, 2011 | 12:45 AM
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Originally Posted by 5 DOT 0
That's the type of info we need. Let us know how the two compare.
Waiting for a shipping quote so I can place the order.
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Old Nov 18, 2011 | 06:45 AM
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Were you waiting for that quote from me? I dont have a PM of voicemail about it.
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 02:41 PM
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Initial impressions are a lot better than I expected. I can't believe how much flatter the LS corners now and nose dive during hard braking is considerably reduced.

Gus, please let everyone involved with development know they did a tremendous job!
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 03:42 PM
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Initial impressions are a lot better than I expected. I can't believe how much flatter the LS corners now and nose dive during hard braking is considerably reduced.

Gus, please let everyone involved with development know they did a tremendous job!
How's the ride compared to stock?
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 04:02 PM
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I left the struts/shocks on "5" like I always do. The ride was very stiff but well within the limits of control. I mean that I could feel every grove and rock in the road, but the wheels never left the pavement - solid feel with solid traction. I can't wait to take it to the track.

I won't be putting these on my daily driven Boss even though I could adjust the setting lower.
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Dig-It Racing
I left the struts/shocks on "5" like I always do. The ride was very stiff but well within the limits of control. I mean that I could feel every grove and rock in the road, but the wheels never left the pavement - solid feel with solid traction. I can't wait to take it to the track.

I won't be putting these on my daily driven Boss even though I could adjust the setting lower.
Can you add some perspective to how much stiffer like on a scale of 1-5 or % compared to stock? Very stiff sounds like quite a bit stiffer. Is it too stiff for a non daily driver with 6-8 track days a year? Thanks.
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 04:46 PM
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Having ridden in a 302S around VIR, would say almost half way there - so just under 2.5. Remember, the LS struts and shocks are a tad stiffer than the "street" Boss (I keep both Boss's dialed up at 5 all the time).

Originally Posted by 5 DOT 0
Is it too stiff for a non daily driver with 6-8 track days a year?
No, not at all. I would recommend these springs for that kind of car.

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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Dig-It Racing
Having ridden is a 302S around VIR, would say almost half way there - so just under 2.5. Remember, the LS struts and shocks are a tad stiffer than the "street" Boss (I keep both Boss's dialed up at 5 all the time).

No, not at all. I would recommend these springs for that kind of car.
Thanks Kevin!
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 06:33 PM
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I forgot to say that I didn't experience any loss of the Boss's neutral handling. It's seems even a little bit more enhanced.

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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 06:48 PM
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Dammit, this was what I was afraid to hear.... Looks like I'm going to have to spring for the springs and panhard bar.
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