Finally ordered MGW and Lowering Kit
3/11/14, 09:58 AM
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Finally ordered MGW and Lowering Kit
I went with the MGW because I have heard great things about it and after watching numerous videos of the comparison with stock shifter I was sold.
In addition, getting the car lowered with the Ford P-Springs and supplimental parts, BMR Adjustable Panhard bar. Don't want a huge drop, just enough to remove some of that wheel gap. I'll probably complete the package with the rest of the suspension down the road.
Next on the list: wheels/tires and brakes.
Oh, also got rid of those cheeseball caliper covers. What the heck was I thinking? Probably 1980's me thought it was a good idea?
In addition, getting the car lowered with the Ford P-Springs and supplimental parts, BMR Adjustable Panhard bar. Don't want a huge drop, just enough to remove some of that wheel gap. I'll probably complete the package with the rest of the suspension down the road.
Next on the list: wheels/tires and brakes.
Oh, also got rid of those cheeseball caliper covers. What the heck was I thinking? Probably 1980's me thought it was a good idea?
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3/11/14, 12:30 PM
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I went with the MGW because I have heard great things about it and after watching numerous videos of the comparison with stock shifter I was sold. In addition, getting the car lowered with the Ford P-Springs and supplimental parts, BMR Adjustable Panhard bar. Don't want a huge drop, just enough to remove some of that wheel gap. I'll probably complete the package with the rest of the suspension down the road. Next on the list: wheels/tires and brakes. Oh, also got rid of those cheeseball caliper covers. What the heck was I thinking? Probably 1980's me thought it was a good idea?
3/11/14, 01:11 PM
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Thanks! Will definitely post pics when done. I had the MGP covers. They were alright when I put them on, but after about 6 months with this harsh winter they were looking quite bad, especially close up. Definitely not worth it and if I could go back I'd save myself some money.
3/12/14, 05:24 PM
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Good Job I hope you enjoy it. I just finished my install with
A. Ford Racing Dynamic Shock & Strut Kit
B. SR Performance Lowering Springs
C. Steeda Adjustable Panhard Bar
D. Ford Racing GT500 Style Strut Mount Upgrade
Now I'm looking for wheels and no mustang forum has a thread just on wheels. It's becoming quite a challenging because I want my wheels to fit perfectly!
Good Job I hope you enjoy it. I just finished my install with
A. Ford Racing Dynamic Shock & Strut Kit
B. SR Performance Lowering Springs
C. Steeda Adjustable Panhard Bar
D. Ford Racing GT500 Style Strut Mount Upgrade
Now I'm looking for wheels and no mustang forum has a thread just on wheels. It's becoming quite a challenging because I want my wheels to fit perfectly!
3/12/14, 07:54 PM
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Looks good freemajc. I'll probably also go with the same shock/strut setup in a year or so. How do you like the handling now?
I agree... we need a wheel-only thread. I have my eyes on the Shelby CS1 (matte black) but I hear they are heavy, so may go with the forgestar F14's. I really want some wider summer tires!
I agree... we need a wheel-only thread. I have my eyes on the Shelby CS1 (matte black) but I hear they are heavy, so may go with the forgestar F14's. I really want some wider summer tires!
3/13/14, 01:03 PM
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Another question freemajc. Are those 1/4 louvers matte black or SG? If they are SG, the sun just has a weird angle on it making them look darker.
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3/14/14, 03:51 PM
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Looks good freemajc. I'll probably also go with the same shock/strut setup in a year or so. How do you like the handling now?
I agree... we need a wheel-only thread. I have my eyes on the Shelby CS1 (matte black) but I hear they are heavy, so may go with the forgestar F14's. I really want some wider summer tires!
I agree... we need a wheel-only thread. I have my eyes on the Shelby CS1 (matte black) but I hear they are heavy, so may go with the forgestar F14's. I really want some wider summer tires!
3/14/14, 04:00 PM
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I would and see how you like the ride, handles! In my opinion I would add a little at a time. I really think the UCA's/LCA's are over kill. These forums post will get you in trouble if you don't filter out the BS! Maybe their worth it, but I'm no longer driving on the Autobahn! I'm back state side and 55MPH roads!
3/14/14, 04:03 PM
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These are matte black. The sun was very bright last weekend in Virginia. I purchased the MMD Eleanor Style Scoops - Pre-painted but I didn't like the look and now I wish I could sell them.
3/14/14, 04:25 PM
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I would and see how you like the ride, handles! In my opinion I would add a little at a time. I really think the UCA's/LCA's are over kill. These forums post will get you in trouble if you don't filter out the BS! Maybe their worth it, but I'm no longer driving on the Autobahn! I'm back state side and 55MPH roads!
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It's not BS dude, if LCAs can help my six with only ~300 wheel hp it will def. help the 5.0 with ~370 wheel stock hp. They help with traction and wheel hop. Even after you get wheels and tires LCAs can help and they don't cost a lot. Now I would say adding them one at a time as needed is best. Add the LCAs and if you think that's enough stop there. If your still not getting enough traction or have wheel hop add the UCA & mount. Even for a DD this beneficial.
Ajcruz1 ,
Thanks for the input. I will wait awhile before I decide! However, I did notice a considerable amount of improvement in relations to traction with the dampers/springs. Night and day difference IMHO!
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3/14/14, 06:22 PM
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Thanks for all the advice everyone! Actually decided against the UCA/LCA for now. I'll see how it is first. I can always add that later when I do the full suspension.
3/20/14, 02:09 PM
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I would and see how you like the ride, handles! In my opinion I would add a little at a time. I really think the UCA's/LCA's are over kill. These forums post will get you in trouble if you don't filter out the BS! Maybe their worth it, but I'm no longer driving on the Autobahn! I'm back state side and 55MPH roads!