Newbie Suspension Questions!

[bcollie67]

Wanting to do a front suspension upgrade on my 1967 Fastback. The front end seems pretty loose and worn out so I am wanting to make my next project restoring everything needed. I was looking at the complete kits from CJ Pony Parts and was wanting some feedback as to if you guys thought this would be a good idea.

I'm debating on whether to go with the complete kit with the addition of new shocks or the starter kit. The two are listed below.

STEERING SUSPENSION KIT Big Block Manual Steering 1967 $615

KIT INCLUDES:

* UPPER CONTROL ARMS
* LOWER CONTROL ARMS
* SHOCK TOWER BUMPERS
* COIL SPRING SADDLES
* COIL SPRING INSULATORS
* COIL SPRINGS
* FRONT SWAY BAR WITH BUSHINGS
* FRONT SWAY BAR ENDLINKS
* INNER TIE RODS
* OUTER TIE RODS
* IDLER ARM
* STRUT ROD BUSHING KIT


STARTER STEERING & SUSPENSION KIT 1967 ALL 1967-1967 $375


INCLUDES:
UPPER CONTROL ARMS
COIL SPRING SADDLES
COIL SPRING INSULATORS
FRONT SWAYBAR ENDLINKS
LOWER CONTROL ARMS
OUTER TIE RODS
INNER TIE RODS &
STRUT ROD BUSHING KIT

 

[1992MustangGT]

In my opinion, if you're going to do something, do it right the first time. If it were me, I'd rebuild the entire suspension, not just part of it. If everything is new, then you don't have a weak link. Besides, the car is 42 years old, I'm sure everything needs replaced anyway....

 

[maysn]

Have you checked ebay? Something like this might work and they'll customize it for you. Link

 

[2+2GT]

Ya never know. I have several hundred thousand miles on my 66, and 3 of the original tie rod ends. Before you get crazy, I'm on the third set of ball joints.

While you have the front end apart, re-drill the upper control arms one inch lower. It'll feel like you put a bigger sway bar on it.

http://site.cobranda.com/tech/aarms.pdf

 

[bcollie67]

In my opinion, if you're going to do something, do it right the first time. If it were me, I'd rebuild the entire suspension, not just part of it. If everything is new, then you don't have a weak link. Besides, the car is 42 years old, I'm sure everything needs replaced anyway....

You make a good point. Better to save up and do it all at once and not have to worry about it anymore.

Have you checked ebay? Something like this might work and they'll customize it for you. Link

No I hadn't tried Ebay yet, Thanks a lot. I looked at the link and then looked at Laurel Moutain Mustangs website. They have some pretty nice stuff. saw a super suspension kit they have that includes everything from your link pus all new front a rear sway bars for $850.00. This may be an option.

I hadn't planned on doing the rear of the car yet but I might as well get a complete kit and do it all at once if it's cheaper.

Ya never know. I have several hundred thousand miles on my 66, and 3 of the original tie rod ends. Before you get crazy, I'm on the third set of ball joints.

While you have the front end apart, re-drill the upper control arms one inch lower. It'll feel like you put a bigger sway bar on it.

http://site.cobranda.com/tech/aarms.pdf

Yeah I had planned on doing the shelby drop while I have everything apart. Thanks

 

[Grabber70Mach]

I would talk to John at Opentracker Racing Products he sells quality stuff and knows these suspensions very well. He won't over sell you just to make a buck. Drop him a line or give him a call tell him what you would like to do with the car. I would look at roller spring perches, Street or track strut rods, a "good" shock, a larger sway bar. He will put a package deal together for you.