Steeda Springs

Ace417 · October 14th, 2009, 08:11 PM

is the only difference between the sport and ultralight springs a quarter inch drop?

06RedfireGT · October 14th, 2009, 08:56 PM

They are probably different spring rates also.

07stanggt · October 14th, 2009, 09:54 PM

Ultralite
Lowers the vehicle approx 1 inch front, 1 1/4 inch rear. The S197 Mustangsits high in the rear. These springs will give it a more aggressive look.
•High quality lower weight wire for less unsprung weight and less inertia for the best ride quality available.
•Good improvement in handling and noticeable reduction in nosedive.

Sport
•Lowers the vehicle approx 1 inch front, 1 1/4 inch rear. The S197 Mustang sits high in the rear, these springs will give it a more aggressive look
•Maintains good ride quality for daily driving
•Big improvement in handling and noticeable reduction in nosedive

menace07 · October 14th, 2009, 10:47 PM

the sport springs have a slighter higher rate (i.e. "stiffer") than the ultralights. I think if i was staying with stock struts I'd probably go with ultralights. If you plan on swapping out struts at anytime or want a slightly more performance oriented spring, go with the sport springs. I have the sport springs with dspecs and love it.

DiMora · October 15th, 2009, 12:17 AM

Originally Posted by menace07

the sport springs have a slighter higher rate (i.e. "stiffer") than the ultralights. I think if i was staying with stock struts I'd probably go with ultralights. If you plan on swapping out struts at anytime or want a slightly more performance oriented spring, go with the sport springs. I have the sport springs with dspecs and love it.

+1

NastyFX4 · October 15th, 2009, 12:33 AM

Same drop, just different spring rates and weight like Rich said.

Originally Posted by menace07

the sport springs have a slighter higher rate (i.e. "stiffer") than the ultralights. I think if i was staying with stock struts I'd probably go with ultralights. If you plan on swapping out struts at anytime or want a slightly more performance oriented spring, go with the sport springs. I have the sport springs with dspecs and love it.

I've got the Sport Springs with the Tokico D-Specs, too. It used to ride great until I blew out the front struts ... However, my girl has the Ultalites on her car with the stock shocks/struts and it's not a nice ride by any means. I would never recommend just going with springs and not replacing the shocks/struts.

Sam Strano · October 15th, 2009, 05:08 PM

Sports are less low setting the car about 1/4" higher front and rear, and not quite as stiff, and weigh more than Ultralites do.

If ride quality is the biggest concern, then Sports it is, especially if you are NOT changing dampers. You want taller and softer springs to best match the OEM damping levels. As you go lower and/or stiffer you need more control. If you don't have it, both ride and handling suffer. I can promise that Nasty's findings with his girl's car are all down to the fact she had stock shocks and struts and he didn't. You can see this illustrated by the fact his ride suffered when his shocks took a crap (with no spring change).

NastyFX4 · October 15th, 2009, 05:32 PM

According to Steeda the Ultalites ride better than the Sport springs. Obviously any spring is going to ride like shit with blown struts. Any lowering spring isn't going to ride good with stock shocks or struts either especially after months of driving. By the way, I'm not saying you're not right about the springs. I know you know way more than me about suspension. Just sayin' what Steeda is saying about their springs.

fullboogie · October 15th, 2009, 07:01 PM

I've been running the Ultralites for a year with stock struts/shocks and the ride is terrific.

07stanggt · October 15th, 2009, 07:12 PM

Originally Posted by Sam Strano

Sports are less low setting the car about 1/4" higher front and rear, and not quite as stiff, and weigh more than Ultralites do.

If ride quality is the biggest concern, then Sports it is, especially if you are NOT changing dampers. You want taller and softer springs to best match the OEM damping levels. As you go lower and/or stiffer you need more control. If you don't have it, both ride and handling suffer. I can promise that Nasty's findings with his girl's car are all down to the fact she had stock shocks and struts and he didn't. You can see this illustrated by the fact his ride suffered when his shocks took a crap (with no spring change).

Bingo. Good stuff.

Ace417 · October 15th, 2009, 07:18 PM

cool thanks guys. im looking into suspension and kinda putting together a wishlist as you will

petyweestraw · October 17th, 2009, 01:54 AM

what are ur thoughts on K-springs.

Ace417 · October 17th, 2009, 11:57 AM

uhhh what?

05bluestang · October 17th, 2009, 12:05 PM

Sam, glad to see you on here. I have read a lot of your posts on some other forums, great info...............

October 14th, 2009, 08:56 PM	#2
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October 14th, 2009, 10:47 PM	#4
menace07 Enthusiast 2007 Mustang GT 13.7 @ 105 Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 818 iTrader: 0 reviews	the sport springs have a slighter higher rate (i.e. "stiffer") than the ultralights. I think if i was staying with stock struts I'd probably go with ultralights. If you plan on swapping out struts at anytime or want a slightly more performance oriented spring, go with the sport springs. I have the sport springs with dspecs and love it. __________________ black 07 GT, jlt2 cai, sct2 brenspeed 93 octane tune, UDP's, spydershaft, triax, magnaflow catted x, steeda axleback, bad ass steeda suspension Stealth GT Twin Turbo System On The Way!!!!!!! STEEDA SUSPENSION CREW FOUNDER

October 15th, 2009, 05:32 PM	#8
NastyFX4 Made in U.S.A. 2011 F150 FX4 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 15,030 iTrader: 8 reviews	According to Steeda the Ultalites ride better than the Sport springs. Obviously any spring is going to ride like shit with blown struts. Any lowering spring isn't going to ride good with stock shocks or struts either especially after months of driving. By the way, I'm not saying you're not right about the springs. I know you know way more than me about suspension. Just sayin' what Steeda is saying about their springs. __________________ NastyStang's Garage Sale!! Last edited by NastyFX4; October 15th, 2009 at 05:39 PM.

October 15th, 2009, 07:01 PM	#9
fullboogie Enthusiast 2008 GT Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 748 iTrader: 0 reviews	I've been running the Ultralites for a year with stock struts/shocks and the ride is terrific. __________________ Fuel Altereds Rule The Earth

October 17th, 2009, 12:05 PM	#14
05bluestang Enthusiast 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: I'm as bored as a midget in a theme park Posts: 662 iTrader: 2 reviews	Sam, glad to see you on here. I have read a lot of your posts on some other forums, great info............... __________________ 05 Sonic Blue GT, with a shitload of mods... Oh yea and a blower... bring it.................. Founder "Dead Battery Club"

October 14th, 2009, 09:54 PM	#3
07stanggt I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2007 GT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 11,951 iTrader: 1 reviews	Ultralite Lowers the vehicle approx 1 inch front, 1 1/4 inch rear. The S197 Mustangsits high in the rear. These springs will give it a more aggressive look. •High quality lower weight wire for less unsprung weight and less inertia for the best ride quality available. •Good improvement in handling and noticeable reduction in nosedive. Sport •Lowers the vehicle approx 1 inch front, 1 1/4 inch rear. The S197 Mustang sits high in the rear, these springs will give it a more aggressive look •Maintains good ride quality for daily driving •Big improvement in handling and noticeable reduction in nosedive

October 15th, 2009, 05:08 PM	#7
Sam Strano Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 27 iTrader: 0 reviews	Sports are less low setting the car about 1/4" higher front and rear, and not quite as stiff, and weigh more than Ultralites do. If ride quality is the biggest concern, then Sports it is, especially if you are NOT changing dampers. You want taller and softer springs to best match the OEM damping levels. As you go lower and/or stiffer you need more control. If you don't have it, both ride and handling suffer. I can promise that Nasty's findings with his girl's car are all down to the fact she had stock shocks and struts and he didn't. You can see this illustrated by the fact his ride suffered when his shocks took a crap (with no spring change).

October 17th, 2009, 01:54 AM	#12
petyweestraw Enthusiast 2006 Mustang gt Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 707 iTrader: 0 reviews	what are ur thoughts on K-springs.

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