Handling I hear the 04s have some good handling since they changed from a solid rear axle to an IRS. When I get one, of course I want it to be fast, but I also want it to handle like a maniac. Springs, shocks, sub frame connectors? Anything else?
If you plan on exclusively racing at the quartermile track, you may want to consider swapping in a solid axle. There are some remedies available for the IRS (which has been used since the '99 cobras came out), but if you experience wheel-hop, your best bet is to get out of it to avoid damage. Lowering the car and adding good tires seem to have accomplished a lot for people at the track. You can also spend a bunch of money in parts trying the "band-aid" approach. Beefier halfshafts, extra bracing/brackets, etc, etc... If you want the best of both worlds, throw some parts at the IRS to keep it semi-happy at the 1/4-mile track and avoid wheel hop!
OMG! that's a lot of work to put coil overs on the rear Blistien shocks... I read through the instructions...man....can you say shock shop...LOL Wow! I'm impressed by anyone who puts those on them selves.
speaking of beefing up the IRS, how hard is it to install new differential, subframe and control arm bushings?
