Help deciding on coil over conversion

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  1. mbell New Member

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    I have a 69 fastback and I want to upgrade the suspension. I am currently looking at total control products tubular control arms and coil overs ($2,200). Have any of you installed this set-up or any other set-up you would recommend?

    I don't want to get into the hiedths (spelling?) mustang II suspension that requires frame cutting.

    I have the drivetrain sorted out - 408 stroker +/- 485 hp, street fighter c4 with gear vendor simi auto 6 speed, ATI 2800 stall converter and 3.55 gear with limited slip. I have added shelby style traction bars and 295 50 15 bf goodrich rubber. Now I want it to handle like its running on rails - any suggestions or guidance on suspension upgrades.
  2. bnickel Founding Member

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    either the TCP or GW setup would be my choice. personally i'd prefer the GW setup for my car and i'd also get the Evolution motorsports 3 link when it comes out.
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    I've installed the TCP coilover in my '69 fastback and installation is a cinch. My wife was really disappointed that I spent that much money and was done in a couple of days. Build quality was really good.

    I can only look at it from the installation standpoint as I have not driven the car with the new suspension yet.
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    added note. i still personally prefer the GW system but i'd run the new style TCP strut rods with either setup.
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    I installed RRS struts and am very impressed with the ride -smooth as and corners real nice. They bolt up th the origional holes and use the stock lower control arm. [IMG]

    Marshall

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