New to suspension

2000Mustang · March 1st, 2007, 01:53 AM

Ive got a 2000 3.5 5-speed with dual exhaust, cai, and a chip. After I finish getting my headers on, I want to focus on my suspension. I just want a nice set-up that I can drive on every day. I want some fun this summer, I live near Branson, MO and theres alot of curvy roads that id like to cruise. I want a drop, and a stiffer ride, but not too bad. Ill need springs (I assume) but what else? Do I need to go as far as coil-overs? What are the benifits of springs, struts, and shocks? Id like an Eibach kit, id really like the springs to be painted red. Can I get a nice set-up for $500? I plan on keeping my stock 16 in. wheels and street tires if that matters.

DaemonJ · March 1st, 2007, 08:15 PM

I just installed the Eibach Pro Spring kit on my 06 and it makes a very nice difference both in looks and ride.

2000Mustang · March 2nd, 2007, 02:52 PM

How much did it lower it? What all did you need? How much did it cost?

neckbonekat · March 2nd, 2007, 03:14 PM

Originally Posted by DaemonJ

I just installed the Eibach Pro Spring kit on my 06 and it makes a very nice difference both in looks and ride.

+1
Pro-kit & Sportline kit
The pro-kit gives you a 1.5" drop all around
The Sportline kit gives you 2" in front and 1.8" in back.
In a V6 that should do it, but you could always add a sub-frame connector if you desired.

DaemonJ · March 2nd, 2007, 03:59 PM

Originally Posted by 2000Mustang

How much did it lower it? What all did you need? How much did it cost?

The springs themselves were $250 and the shop charged me $100 to install them.

neckbonekat · March 2nd, 2007, 04:05 PM

Springs aren't really that hard to do. Incase you want to save money.
http://www.mustangworld.com/ourpics/...edaspring1.htm

2000Mustang · March 4th, 2007, 08:07 PM

DoI just need springs, or do I need the kit? Do I need the alignment kit also? How about caster, camber plates?

DaemonJ · March 4th, 2007, 11:58 PM

The kit contains the springs and that is all you need.

I did not need an alignment after my springs were installed.

scubasteve041186 · March 11th, 2007, 02:50 PM

haha yes you do your gona have a huge toe in from the new install. they just did it for you without telling you lol

scubasteve041186 · March 11th, 2007, 02:50 PM

also yes on your car get caster camber plates after you go past 1.5" for a drop

March 2nd, 2007, 02:52 PM	#3
2000Mustang Enthusiast 1998 Mustang GT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 561 iTrader: 0 reviews	How much did it lower it? What all did you need? How much did it cost? __________________ Off-road X pipe, Magnaflow mufflers, BBK cai, 3.73 gears, ZEX 75 shot (not hooked up), 17in. Bullitts, lowered

March 2nd, 2007, 04:05 PM	#6
neckbonekat I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2005 Cadillac STS V8 ???????????????? Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 6,344 iTrader: 3 reviews	Springs aren't really that hard to do. Incase you want to save money. http://www.mustangworld.com/ourpics/...edaspring1.htm __________________ ITEMS FOR SALE! 4.10 GEARS + BEARING KIT

March 4th, 2007, 08:07 PM	#7
2000Mustang Enthusiast 1998 Mustang GT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 561 iTrader: 0 reviews	DoI just need springs, or do I need the kit? Do I need the alignment kit also? How about caster, camber plates? __________________ Off-road X pipe, Magnaflow mufflers, BBK cai, 3.73 gears, ZEX 75 shot (not hooked up), 17in. Bullitts, lowered

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March 1st, 2007, 08:15 PM	#2
DaemonJ Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cookeville, TN Posts: 530 iTrader: 0 reviews	I just installed the Eibach Pro Spring kit on my 06 and it makes a very nice difference both in looks and ride.

March 4th, 2007, 11:58 PM	#8
DaemonJ Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cookeville, TN Posts: 530 iTrader: 0 reviews	The kit contains the springs and that is all you need. I did not need an alignment after my springs were installed.

March 11th, 2007, 02:50 PM	#9
scubasteve041186 Hardcore Enthusiast 2004 mustang 40th annv. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: kelowna,BC, Canada Posts: 1,382 iTrader: 0 reviews	haha yes you do your gona have a huge toe in from the new install. they just did it for you without telling you lol

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