1966 Coilover Suspension

[Superformance]

I have a 1966 Mustang and my front suspension is trashed. I want to upgrade and I've been looking at Coilover conversions. I like the Global West Coilovers but they are only for 67-70. What would you guys reccomend for a new front suspension.

 

[skywalker]

I have a 1966 Mustang and my front suspension is trashed. I want to upgrade and I've been looking at Coilover conversions. I like the Global West Coilovers but they are only for 67-70. What would you guys reccomend for a new front suspension.

You can look at TCP or roll your own.

 

[06cobra]

check on Cornercarvers.com those guy have beaten this topic to death

 

[70vert]

NPD has Global West coilovers

I downloaded their PDF catalog last night, they seem to have a great assortment and pretty good descriptions and photos. On a 65-66, get ready to shell out $2750-$3250.

They also have RRS coilvoers with 11.7"-13" disc brakes. There you need about $3000-$4500 depending on which "Stage" you choose.

There's always TCP. I opted for Unique, which is a TCP copy and is about $2400. A real bargain! compared to the above. The only reason I went with these over TCP was availability and the color - they're not blue. I'm very happy with them after some initial confusion - the pivot bolt for the lower control arm was too long:

http://homepage.mac.com/jbauder/PhotoAlbum57.html

I can tell you the front end feels a lot more tight, but the rest of my rusted-out convertible flexes so much that I can't tell you anything scientific about the handling improvement.

Good luck. Remember, the reason for coilovers is ride height adjustability and bling factor. If you don't need either of those, listen to the guys on this forum and maybe do some Global West arms and bump steer eliminators.

Joe

 

[Marshall]

I have the RRS struts - very pleased with the ride and stopping power and they are a true bolt on in your own garage.

 

[65mistress]

Whatever happened to Dolfan87 and his coil over setup? Did he get that tested and ready for the rest of us?

 

[Opentracker]

You could build yourself a 'roller front suspension'. Change the strut rods, spring perches, lower arm inside pivot and idler arm to bearings. That will give you the quick moving suspension for a lot less money.

John

 

[usedtobe 67p51d]

other pro's for coilovers is that if you need tocorner wieght your car it's easer to make your car "square"

 

[chemeng]

My local 'stang guy has a complete coilover system that welds onto your front frame rails. It comes with two pieces of sheetmetal so you can cut out your shock towers and put in as much engine as you can afford.
I am considering doing a '65 C code with the coilover and adding a 428.
MikeR

 

[65up2d8]

My local 'stang guy has a complete coilover system that welds onto your front frame rails. It comes with two pieces of sheetmetal so you can cut out your shock towers and put in as much engine as you can afford.
I am considering doing a '65 C code with the coilover and adding a 428.
MikeR

Do you have any pics or more info on this? Who is your local "'stang guy"?

 

[reenmachine]

My local 'stang guy has a complete coilover system that welds onto your front frame rails. It comes with two pieces of sheetmetal so you can cut out your shock towers and put in as much engine as you can afford.
I am considering doing a '65 C code with the coilover and adding a 428.
MikeR

Just sounds like a Heidt's or Rod & Custom MII setup to me.