I will spend $900 tomorrow... suspension&raceseats...

Skyman · 02-06-2001, 07:55 PM

Ok guys, I have exactly $900, nothing more. I want to once and forall get my suspension done. That means new springs, and struts and some traction bars or something of that nature.

I also need 2 race seats fully equipped. That means mounts, coverings etc. I figure these will be about $150 each fully assembled. So that leaves $600 for the suspension.

I am also going to have to have the springs installed somewhere so money has to be left over for that. Anyone know how much that will cost?

Also any recommendations on the race seats? I know they wont be as comfortable as my Saleen seats now, but I want something fairly decent.

Thanks,

Skyler

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-1989 Saleen Mustang #406-
TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft.

Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

93CobraR · 02-06-2001, 08:42 PM

What about the 351?

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87 GT, 4 inch cowl hood,17x9 Cobra R's/255/45's,GT-40 heads,long tubes headers,h-pipe,Flows,BBK cold air, Mass air,70mm MAF, 1.7's, 1" spacer,underdrive pulleys,Pro 5.0, King Cobra, Adj. fuel Reg., Lakewood Lift Bars,50/50's,subframes, 4.10's.
Best time 13.012
Best MPH 104
Best 60' 1.816

Visit my site at:
http://www.geocities.com/cobrar93_2000/MyPage.html

Skyman · 02-06-2001, 09:04 PM

Im prepping for the 351.

Skyler

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-1989 Saleen Mustang #406-
TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft.

Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

exgmguy · 02-07-2001, 07:15 AM

Sky,

I have those JAZ racing seats. They are about 75 bucks each and come with vinyl covers. The factory brackets can be easily modified to work with the JAZ seat. Summit racing sells them.

For suspension, Eibach drag launch kit, 250.00, 90/10's 200.00, and 50/50 rears. 50 bucks. Thats 500 total, plus you'd pay a shop around here about 150 to install them and give it an alignment.

That comes out to about 900.00 even.

Rick 91GT · 02-07-2001, 08:06 AM

I agree exgmguy- I am getting ready to get the JAZ seats but I am going ot get the Velour covers instead of the plastic, and the stock brackets will work will a little modifying. I also like the idea of the Eibach, 90/10 and 50/50 for that new 351W. Why not buy a spring compressor ($80.00) or rent one and put the springs in your self. The front ones are a little tricky but you can do it yourself and save some money.

Good Luck,

Rick

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My Ride Check Out My Site 91GT, Holley SysteMAX II Kit-Heads 2.02" x 1.60",Full MAC exhaust 1-5/8" Long tubes, 2-1/2" O.R H-Pipe, 2 1/2" cat back, 12" K&N Filter, RNH PERFORMANCE Ram Air, Ron Davis Radiator, Full Suspension,3:73's, Welds, Best on new motor-12.60 @ 108, no traction 1.98

2FastLX · 02-07-2001, 12:47 PM

I installed my springs, struts and shocks myself and they weren't that hard to do. It was about a 3 hour job.

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dinomite · 02-07-2001, 04:30 PM

what tools and parts does doing the shocks/springs require?

withamc · 02-07-2001, 05:00 PM

Do you need to use a spring compressor? I haven't done the springs on a Mustang, but I did an '89 Camaro a few years ago (Yes, I USED to own one) and I was able to put a floor jack under the A-arm, unbolt the strut, lower the jack and pop the spring out that way. Can you do the Mustangs that way?

Rick 91GT · 02-07-2001, 05:47 PM

When I did my Eibach springs you need a spring compressor those things are s much taller and they are tricky to get in when you have compressed them. I used the compresser to take the stocks ones off just so they didn't fly anywhere. They hold enough energy to put a hole in your fender or what evr is in their path, but I agree I would do it myself to save the money. You need only basic sockets and wrenches to put the shocks and struts on, a impact gun helps speed things up. You need a jack and jack stands and a spring compresser to do the springs

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My Ride Check Out My Site 91GT, Holley SysteMAX II Kit-Heads 2.02" x 1.60",Full MAC exhaust 1-5/8" Long tubes, 2-1/2" O.R H-Pipe, 2 1/2" cat back, 12" K&N Filter, RNH PERFORMANCE Ram Air, Ron Davis Radiator, Full Suspension,3:73's, Welds, Best on new motor-12.60 @ 108, no traction 1.98

SaleenGTS · 02-07-2001, 06:24 PM

Hey Sky, what are you going to do with the Flofits??? Let me know. Corbeaus are good race seats. I can send you the brochures as soon as I get a scanner.

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Dustin
1990 Saleen GTSport #14
TFS Street Heat Upper & Lower,TFS TW heads,Phenolic Spacer, E303 Cam,1.6 RR,BBK 70mm TB,FMS 70mm MAF,MAC 1 5/8" Equals,Dynomax 2 1/2" cat back,Bassani 2 1/2" X-Pipe,MSD 6AL Ignition, Home made Ram Air, Racecraft Suspension

60ft: 2.158
660ft: 8.271 @ 90.43
¼ mi: 12.791@ 111.04

SOLD!!!!

Skyman · 02-07-2001, 08:55 PM

So the Jaz seats are nice huh? I was looking at the Jegster pro high back race seats in Jegs. The seat is $37.99 and the cover is $34.99. So around $80 a seat. They look pretty nice. How do these compare to the Jaz's? Exgm- Do you have a pic of yours? Also do I need new 5 point harness belts or can I use stock seat belts?

And I think Im gonna go with 70/30 struts up front.

Skyler

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-1989 Saleen Mustang #406-
TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft.

Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

Skyman · 02-07-2001, 08:58 PM

Also has anyone used the Eibach drag launch kit? How much does it kill your handling. I know my car handles pretty damn well now. It kicks the crap outta my integra. I just don't want it to be a complete boat when I'm done.

Skyler

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-1989 Saleen Mustang #406-
TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft.

Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

Rick 91GT · 02-08-2001, 12:34 AM

Don't expect to out handle a integra any more, but they transfer weight great. I am really happy with mone but the rest of my suspension is set up for going straight.

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My Ride Check Out My Site 91GT, Holley SysteMAX II Kit-Heads 2.02" x 1.60",Full MAC exhaust 1-5/8" Long tubes, 2-1/2" O.R H-Pipe, 2 1/2" cat back, 12" K&N Filter, RNH PERFORMANCE Ram Air, Ron Davis Radiator, Full Suspension,3:73's, Welds, Best on new motor-12.60 @ 108, no traction 1.98

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02-06-2001, 07:55 PM	#1
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	I will spend $900 tomorrow... suspension&raceseats... Ok guys, I have exactly $900, nothing more. I want to once and forall get my suspension done. That means new springs, and struts and some traction bars or something of that nature. I also need 2 race seats fully equipped. That means mounts, coverings etc. I figure these will be about $150 each fully assembled. So that leaves $600 for the suspension. I am also going to have to have the springs installed somewhere so money has to be left over for that. Anyone know how much that will cost? Also any recommendations on the race seats? I know they wont be as comfortable as my Saleen seats now, but I want something fairly decent. Thanks, Skyler ------------------ -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft. Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

02-06-2001, 08:42 PM	#2
93CobraR Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 1,575	What about the 351? ------------------ 87 GT, 4 inch cowl hood,17x9 Cobra R's/255/45's,GT-40 heads,long tubes headers,h-pipe,Flows,BBK cold air, Mass air,70mm MAF, 1.7's, 1" spacer,underdrive pulleys,Pro 5.0, King Cobra, Adj. fuel Reg., Lakewood Lift Bars,50/50's,subframes, 4.10's. Best time 13.012 Best MPH 104 Best 60' 1.816 Visit my site at: http://www.geocities.com/cobrar93_2000/MyPage.html

02-06-2001, 09:04 PM	#3
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Im prepping for the 351. Skyler ------------------ -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft. Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

02-07-2001, 07:15 AM	#4
exgmguy Registered Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Utica, Michigan Posts: 2,631	Sky, I have those JAZ racing seats. They are about 75 bucks each and come with vinyl covers. The factory brackets can be easily modified to work with the JAZ seat. Summit racing sells them. For suspension, Eibach drag launch kit, 250.00, 90/10's 200.00, and 50/50 rears. 50 bucks. Thats 500 total, plus you'd pay a shop around here about 150 to install them and give it an alignment. That comes out to about 900.00 even.

02-07-2001, 08:06 AM	#5
Rick 91GT Procharged! Join Date: May 1999 Location: Hanover, PA Posts: 1,539	I agree exgmguy- I am getting ready to get the JAZ seats but I am going ot get the Velour covers instead of the plastic, and the stock brackets will work will a little modifying. I also like the idea of the Eibach, 90/10 and 50/50 for that new 351W. Why not buy a spring compressor ($80.00) or rent one and put the springs in your self. The front ones are a little tricky but you can do it yourself and save some money. Good Luck, Rick ------------------ My Ride Check Out My Site 91GT, Holley SysteMAX II Kit-Heads 2.02" x 1.60",Full MAC exhaust 1-5/8" Long tubes, 2-1/2" O.R H-Pipe, 2 1/2" cat back, 12" K&N Filter, RNH PERFORMANCE Ram Air, Ron Davis Radiator, Full Suspension,3:73's, Welds, Best on new motor-12.60 @ 108, no traction 1.98

02-07-2001, 12:47 PM	#6
2FastLX The Photoshop Guru Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Mecca, Indiana Posts: 1,419	I installed my springs, struts and shocks myself and they weren't that hard to do. It was about a 3 hour job. ------------------

02-07-2001, 04:30 PM	#7
dinomite The Dude Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 1,262	what tools and parts does doing the shocks/springs require?

02-07-2001, 05:00 PM	#8
withamc Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Posts: 396	Do you need to use a spring compressor? I haven't done the springs on a Mustang, but I did an '89 Camaro a few years ago (Yes, I USED to own one) and I was able to put a floor jack under the A-arm, unbolt the strut, lower the jack and pop the spring out that way. Can you do the Mustangs that way?

02-07-2001, 05:47 PM	#9
Rick 91GT Procharged! Join Date: May 1999 Location: Hanover, PA Posts: 1,539	When I did my Eibach springs you need a spring compressor those things are s much taller and they are tricky to get in when you have compressed them. I used the compresser to take the stocks ones off just so they didn't fly anywhere. They hold enough energy to put a hole in your fender or what evr is in their path, but I agree I would do it myself to save the money. You need only basic sockets and wrenches to put the shocks and struts on, a impact gun helps speed things up. You need a jack and jack stands and a spring compresser to do the springs ------------------ My Ride Check Out My Site 91GT, Holley SysteMAX II Kit-Heads 2.02" x 1.60",Full MAC exhaust 1-5/8" Long tubes, 2-1/2" O.R H-Pipe, 2 1/2" cat back, 12" K&N Filter, RNH PERFORMANCE Ram Air, Ron Davis Radiator, Full Suspension,3:73's, Welds, Best on new motor-12.60 @ 108, no traction 1.98

02-07-2001, 06:24 PM	#10
SaleenGTS RICE taste like Chicken Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 687	Hey Sky, what are you going to do with the Flofits??? Let me know. Corbeaus are good race seats. I can send you the brochures as soon as I get a scanner. ------------------ Dustin 1990 Saleen GTSport #14 TFS Street Heat Upper & Lower,TFS TW heads,Phenolic Spacer, E303 Cam,1.6 RR,BBK 70mm TB,FMS 70mm MAF,MAC 1 5/8" Equals,Dynomax 2 1/2" cat back,Bassani 2 1/2" X-Pipe,MSD 6AL Ignition, Home made Ram Air, Racecraft Suspension 60ft: 2.158 660ft: 8.271 @ 90.43 ¼ mi: 12.791@ 111.04 SOLD!!!!

02-07-2001, 08:55 PM	#11
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	So the Jaz seats are nice huh? I was looking at the Jegster pro high back race seats in Jegs. The seat is $37.99 and the cover is $34.99. So around $80 a seat. They look pretty nice. How do these compare to the Jaz's? Exgm- Do you have a pic of yours? Also do I need new 5 point harness belts or can I use stock seat belts? And I think Im gonna go with 70/30 struts up front. Skyler ------------------ -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft. Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

02-07-2001, 08:58 PM	#12
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Also has anyone used the Eibach drag launch kit? How much does it kill your handling. I know my car handles pretty damn well now. It kicks the crap outta my integra. I just don't want it to be a complete boat when I'm done. Skyler ------------------ -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shortys, Offroad-H, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, 15degrees timing, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb inj, Crank pulley, MSD6A, Alum driveshaft. Added: B&M Ripper, Subframes, & Turndowns.

02-08-2001, 12:34 AM	#13
Rick 91GT Procharged! Join Date: May 1999 Location: Hanover, PA Posts: 1,539	Don't expect to out handle a integra any more, but they transfer weight great. I am really happy with mone but the rest of my suspension is set up for going straight. ------------------ My Ride Check Out My Site 91GT, Holley SysteMAX II Kit-Heads 2.02" x 1.60",Full MAC exhaust 1-5/8" Long tubes, 2-1/2" O.R H-Pipe, 2 1/2" cat back, 12" K&N Filter, RNH PERFORMANCE Ram Air, Ron Davis Radiator, Full Suspension,3:73's, Welds, Best on new motor-12.60 @ 108, no traction 1.98