90/10 struts

Discussion in 'Fox 5.0 Mustang' started by Calgary351GT, Feb 14, 2008.

  1. Calgary351GT New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 12, 2008
    Message Count:
    50
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    I was wondering if anyone on here has tried 90/10 front shocks on the street with their Fox Mustang.
    I've got Competition Engineering adjustable rears.

    The car is no daily driver, but I DO drive it on the street. I had some serious traction issues last summer at the track and am thinking about a set of front shocks. I've been warned the 90/10's are a bit of a chore on the street.

    Attached Files:

  2. timeless2 Vi Veri Veni Versum Vicus Vici

    Member Since:
    Apr 22, 2005
    Message Count:
    10,027
    Likes Received:
    18
    Trophy Points:
    78
    Moved to 5.0 Tech.
  3. 1991vert New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 28, 2004
    Message Count:
    1,099
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    i wouldn't. they're designed pretty much to lift. why not 70/30's?
  4. Calgary351GT New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 12, 2008
    Message Count:
    50
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    I had so much traction problems at the track last summer, I want to get as much weight transfer as possible.
  5. 347 Pony New Member

    Member Since:
    Jan 14, 2008
    Message Count:
    36
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    I had 90/10's on my ols convertable and had no issue with driving it on the street, I also drove this car daily about 35 miles a day with 90/10's, 50/50's and 4.30 gears.
  6. 90_Red_LX New Member

    Member Since:
    Sep 29, 2003
    Message Count:
    619
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    What about some of the adjustables? On the far side they do almost as well as a stocker, then on the other side of adjustment their like a 90/10?
  7. Foxfan88 My Grandpa has great wood.

    Member Since:
    Sep 13, 2004
    Message Count:
    2,516
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    i run 90/10s on my car and it drives just fine. the front end moves up and down alot easier but i cant hardly tell.
  8. leroy93lx New Member

    Member Since:
    Jun 25, 2007
    Message Count:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    I have Lakewood 90/10s with moroso(drag only!) springs with adjustable rear shocks and an air bag on the street and i love it. Its rides nice and you can get some wicked holeshots from stoplight to stoplight! The drag radials and 4.10s help that alot to though
  9. PUNISHER RACING Active Member

    Member Since:
    Aug 28, 2007
    Message Count:
    1,230
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    36
    I run em everyday in the dd 90/10's and 50/50 rears
  10. Calgary351GT New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 12, 2008
    Message Count:
    50
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    Nice!!!

    I have 4.10's and MT street ET radails too.
    I was considering adjustables in the front, but really, the car is only set to go in a straight line now anyway.lol
    90/10's it is.

    Thanks for the info everbody:canada:
  11. BullittStangV8 Founding Member

    Member Since:
    Oct 5, 2002
    Message Count:
    1,103
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    36

    You solved your own question.:D
  12. leroy93lx New Member

    Member Since:
    Jun 25, 2007
    Message Count:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    Have you changed your control arms , removed sway bar and added subframe connectors yet? That would help if you havent already.
  13. JJFIVEOH New Member

    Member Since:
    Jun 11, 2003
    Message Count:
    269
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    Strange makes 10 way adjustable OEM replacement shocks/struts. Ever think about those? They are relatively inexpensive. I've tried multiple combinations on mine, you can basically set it up for any kind of driving. Only thing I don't like is the plastic adjusters, they fell flimsy, but i haven't had a problem in 2 years.
  14. Travis-Homuth New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 16, 2008
    Message Count:
    19
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    I'm about to buy my first mustang. a 92 gt. I want to build it to be a strip car and being new to this. I am looking for tips on how to get the best traction at launch. like a friend of mine with a 3000gt VR4 said, "you're not wining if you're spining." I would love to show him what V8 power can do so please help. I don't know what 90/10 or 50/50 means or even how to start my own post in this forum lol. my email is travishomuth@aol.com if you have any tips. thanks
  15. Calgary351GT New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 12, 2008
    Message Count:
    50
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    Yes, I have subframe connectors, but I have NOT taken off the sway bar yet.
  16. Calgary351GT New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 12, 2008
    Message Count:
    50
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    I've thought about the dial-type adjustables, but I've heard they aren't as aggressive for straight drag.(90/10)
  17. JJFIVEOH New Member

    Member Since:
    Jun 11, 2003
    Message Count:
    269
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    I'm not quite sure you need anything as aggressive as 90/10's. The Strange adj. ca be pretty soft if that's what you set it up for. I drove around once with all the settings set at 1 and it felt like I was riding on jello, lol. I can set my shocks/struts to the 10th setting (stiffest) and on a marginal track lose .01 in my 60'. I have them all set at 7 right now with no traction issues. Granted, my 1.81-1.83 60' times aren't record breaking, but I think you need to have SERIOUS horsepower to require 90/10's. Just my 2 cents.:nice:
  18. Calgary351GT New Member

    Member Since:
    Feb 12, 2008
    Message Count:
    50
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    0
    Thanks for the info:)

Share This Page