I want an Indy Car.

Phly6 · 01-04-2004, 04:47 PM

Hey everyone. I have an 03 stang gt and ive noticed that its not the best handling car ive ever driven. I have heard of strut bars and things like that but im not going to lie, im a complete newb to handling. I saw an eclipse on my way home from school once playing around in front of me and this thing would jerk across the road like a formula one car. I guess my main question is can i do that to my stang? I assume it's going to have to be lowered

and ill need to buy new tires for the rear since they are mostly all burnt off

. What else do you think ill need? Thanks.

surfbeast · 01-04-2004, 05:16 PM

All you need is a good suspension kit from makers like, Steeda, Saleen, etc.. Try mustangsuspension.com or just do a search for suspension kits. And Yes, the car will have to be lowered! If you want an indy car than spend about 2 - 3 grand for a full-on kit!

Hammer · 01-05-2004, 08:00 PM

Go to steeda.com and check out their suspension parts.

Specifically the Stage 1, 2, and 3 kits.... and put that Mitsubishi in it's place

blue00gt · 01-06-2004, 03:17 PM

Before you start doing suspension mods I suggest you decide how much money you can spend and what level of performance you want.
Just buying new stock syle springs and dampers and chassis bracing will only get you so far, and you will never beat alot of the better handling imports.
For the best handling you need to get rid of the stock 4-link quadrabind rear suspension (angled upper arms with rubber bushings are NOT the way to laterally locate an axle or control windup). This means either a Griggs or Maximum Motorsports style torque arm/panhard setup or Steeda 5-link.
I would suggest looking at those manufacturers' websites and also do some searching on cornercarvers.com.
The front is not as hard to upgrade as long as you get the right parts to maintain proper geometry when you lower the car.
I have the full Maximum Motorsports torque arm/panhard and tubular K-member with pretty much everything else they sell and I can tell you the performance is nothing short of spectacular.
Otherwise if you really want an Indy car I can sell you my '79 Mustang Indy Pace Car!

01-04-2004, 04:47 PM	#1
Phly6 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 43	I want an Indy Car. Hey everyone. I have an 03 stang gt and ive noticed that its not the best handling car ive ever driven. I have heard of strut bars and things like that but im not going to lie, im a complete newb to handling. I saw an eclipse on my way home from school once playing around in front of me and this thing would jerk across the road like a formula one car. I guess my main question is can i do that to my stang? I assume it's going to have to be lowered and ill need to buy new tires for the rear since they are mostly all burnt off . What else do you think ill need? Thanks.

01-04-2004, 05:16 PM	#2
surfbeast Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Maryville,TN Posts: 415	All you need is a good suspension kit from makers like, Steeda, Saleen, etc.. Try mustangsuspension.com or just do a search for suspension kits. And Yes, the car will have to be lowered! If you want an indy car than spend about 2 - 3 grand for a full-on kit! __________________ 98 GT / convertable -98 Saleen engine, Saleen appearance pkg. SHM cams,P&P NPI heads, and so much more!

01-05-2004, 08:00 PM	#3
Hammer AKA "Dr. Evil" Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: South Fork Ranch Posts: 1,721	Go to steeda.com and check out their suspension parts. Specifically the Stage 1, 2, and 3 kits.... and put that Mitsubishi in it's place __________________ Uncle Sam "What the hell is up with all the gauges? Calling Captain Kirk, your ride awaits... Phasers on stun...."

01-06-2004, 03:17 PM	#4
blue00gt Mustang Addict Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 1,294	Before you start doing suspension mods I suggest you decide how much money you can spend and what level of performance you want. Just buying new stock syle springs and dampers and chassis bracing will only get you so far, and you will never beat alot of the better handling imports. For the best handling you need to get rid of the stock 4-link quadrabind rear suspension (angled upper arms with rubber bushings are NOT the way to laterally locate an axle or control windup). This means either a Griggs or Maximum Motorsports style torque arm/panhard setup or Steeda 5-link. I would suggest looking at those manufacturers' websites and also do some searching on cornercarvers.com. The front is not as hard to upgrade as long as you get the right parts to maintain proper geometry when you lower the car. I have the full Maximum Motorsports torque arm/panhard and tubular K-member with pretty much everything else they sell and I can tell you the performance is nothing short of spectacular. Otherwise if you really want an Indy car I can sell you my '79 Mustang Indy Pace Car! __________________ Strike down the unroadworthy! 2000 GT Atl. Blue: '03 Cobra motor - 465rwhp/473rwtq, T-56 6-speed, full MM TA/PH & tubular K-member suspension, Saleen body, 17" Torq-Thrust II's, M/T ET Street radials, and lots more '94 Rio Red Cobra: All the bolt-ons, 3.73s

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