Need better shocks???

Her99GT · 05-15-2004, 02:55 PM

I have a '99 GT that is lowered about 1 1/4 with Steeda springs. I have Tokico shocks. I currently moved and am having to drive a longer distance to work. The reason I mention that is because I was just driving 4 miles to work on a smooth road. Now I am driving 20 miles on a pretty bumpy freeway (59N and 59S in Houston between New Caney and Humble, if anyone is familiar with that area) Anyway, I was wondering if better shocks would give a smoother ride. I just don't want to ruin the cars suspension if that is possible. I know that my car will always have a "rougher" ride, just wanted to know if anything would help with the quality of the ride.

Thanks, Beth

blue00gt · 05-17-2004, 01:57 PM

You could try going with some Tokico adjustables so that you can dial in your setup. Setting them softer will make the ride less harsh, but too soft and the car will bounce a lot. I believe the adjustables on 3 are the same as the non-adjustable Illuminas (range is 1-5).

91LX2Bfast · 05-21-2004, 08:57 PM

I have had very good experience with Bilstein's on Pennsylvania's horrible roads. You might want to check them out.

bigred90gt · 05-24-2004, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Her99GT
I have a '99 GT that is lowered about 1 1/4 with Steeda springs. I have Tokico shocks. I currently moved and am having to drive a longer distance to work. The reason I mention that is because I was just driving 4 miles to work on a smooth road. Now I am driving 20 miles on a pretty bumpy freeway (59N and 59S in Houston between New Caney and Humble, if anyone is familiar with that area) Anyway, I was wondering if better shocks would give a smoother ride. I just don't want to ruin the cars suspension if that is possible. I know that my car will always have a "rougher" ride, just wanted to know if anything would help with the quality of the ride.

Thanks, Beth

I know exactly that stretch of freeway, and it does suck. I would suggest some adjustable shocks. Bilstien supposedly has some of the best shocks and struts, but they are quite pricey. When it comes to cars, you usually get what you pay for though.

05-15-2004, 02:55 PM	#1
Her99GT Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Houston, Texas USA Posts: 11	Need better shocks??? I have a '99 GT that is lowered about 1 1/4 with Steeda springs. I have Tokico shocks. I currently moved and am having to drive a longer distance to work. The reason I mention that is because I was just driving 4 miles to work on a smooth road. Now I am driving 20 miles on a pretty bumpy freeway (59N and 59S in Houston between New Caney and Humble, if anyone is familiar with that area) Anyway, I was wondering if better shocks would give a smoother ride. I just don't want to ruin the cars suspension if that is possible. I know that my car will always have a "rougher" ride, just wanted to know if anything would help with the quality of the ride. Thanks, Beth

05-17-2004, 01:57 PM	#2
blue00gt Mustang Addict Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 1,294	You could try going with some Tokico adjustables so that you can dial in your setup. Setting them softer will make the ride less harsh, but too soft and the car will bounce a lot. I believe the adjustables on 3 are the same as the non-adjustable Illuminas (range is 1-5). __________________ 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

05-21-2004, 08:57 PM	#3
91LX2Bfast Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Warrington, PA Posts: 694	I have had very good experience with Bilstein's on Pennsylvania's horrible roads. You might want to check them out. __________________ '97 T-bird LX 4.6L 2V, auto SVO heads/intake, Vortech T-trim, front mounted intercooler, blower cams, Cobra crank, Manley H-beam rods, JE pistons, Aeromotive fuel system w/ 42# injectors, and much more No times yet

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