Shocks and struts

Dave_mustang_50 · 08-30-2003, 10:48 PM

Its that time boys and girls, I need shocks and struts. I was thinking of edelbrock but have heard nothing good or bad about them. Anyone running them?

Milt 92GT · 09-01-2003, 01:41 PM

Well I haven't had the chance ($) to try the Edelbrocks but,I have noticed that they are expensive...I also saw them on TV being installed on a Mustang vert on that "Horse Power TV" show...

I'm running Tokico blues (non-adjustable) shocks and struts teamed with Eibach Pro-kit springs...I am very pleased with the set-up and if I could do it again,I would only change to the adjustable Tokicos...It's a very nice ride,very streetable and not as stiff as I thought it would be..

Edelbrock has a huge following so I doubt that they are a "bad buy" but,Personally if I had the cash I would go with an adjustable shock from Tokico,Koni or Bilstien...

They would provide the most flexablility in whatever direction you would want to take you suspension (from mild to wild)..

Good luck and if you get the Edelbrocks,post up about your opinion if you can...I'm sure there are others wondering the same as you ...-Milt

GhettoPop · 09-01-2003, 08:57 PM

i wanted to pick up some tokico non-adjustables (blue) as well, but decided to do some research first. first off, i wanted to stay away from KYB GR-2, heard nothing but bad things. i found that STRANGE engineering now makes 10-way adjustable shock for stangs, can be adjusted without taking the shock/struts off. they are not as expensive and tokico adjustables or koni/bilstein either, but may not be as good quality wise. prolem is, i dont know anyone that has tried these?!?!?!? anyone!?!?!?!?

billheis · 09-01-2003, 09:43 PM

I've got KYBs (they were on the car when I bought it). They are stiff, very stiff. I was thinking of going to an adjustable too. Sorry I can't give advise on the others but let us know what you go with.

Dave_mustang_50 · 09-02-2003, 03:56 PM

Thanks for the info. I`m gonna look into the strange struts and check`em out. I`ll post back if I get them.
Thanks again

302 LX Eric · 09-03-2003, 10:38 AM

I've got the 10-way adjustable shocks and struts from Strange Engineering. I like them. Real easy to adjust and at a good price. I'm still working on the setting for where I like the car to launch, but overall am happy with them.

E

Dave_mustang_50 · 09-03-2003, 03:38 PM

302 lx Eric: Where did you get yours from? I was thinking of calling summit.

302 LX Eric · 09-03-2003, 03:55 PM

I purchased them from JEGS.

E

08-30-2003, 10:48 PM	#1
Dave_mustang_50 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: New Port Richey, Florida Posts: 483	Shocks and struts Its that time boys and girls, I need shocks and struts. I was thinking of edelbrock but have heard nothing good or bad about them. Anyone running them? __________________ 1969 Mach 1 351C with a c6(for now) Sold 92 Rag Top GT Procharged & intercooled DSS 331 LC Holley Systemax 2 Intake, Edelbrock RPM Heads,E 303 ,blow thru air meter, race bypass, 42 pph injectors,65mm tb,1.7 rr, Mac long tube headers w/off road H pipe, Force 2 catback, TKO,Pro 5.0, K&N, Alum DS,3 core radiator, subframe connectors,3.73`s, Nitto DR`s and a Heavy Foot.

09-01-2003, 01:41 PM	#2
Milt 92GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: South Texas Posts: 21	Well I haven't had the chance ($) to try the Edelbrocks but,I have noticed that they are expensive...I also saw them on TV being installed on a Mustang vert on that "Horse Power TV" show... I'm running Tokico blues (non-adjustable) shocks and struts teamed with Eibach Pro-kit springs...I am very pleased with the set-up and if I could do it again,I would only change to the adjustable Tokicos...It's a very nice ride,very streetable and not as stiff as I thought it would be.. Edelbrock has a huge following so I doubt that they are a "bad buy" but,Personally if I had the cash I would go with an adjustable shock from Tokico,Koni or Bilstien... They would provide the most flexablility in whatever direction you would want to take you suspension (from mild to wild).. Good luck and if you get the Edelbrocks,post up about your opinion if you can...I'm sure there are others wondering the same as you ...-Milt __________________ My 92' GT Magnaflow Catback w/dumps (its deep ) BBK O/R Hpipe BBK ceramic shorties Tokico Shocks and Struts Eibach Pro-kit springs PA Performance 3G alt MarkVIII Fan

09-01-2003, 08:57 PM	#3
GhettoPop Gimme a Drink! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: NYC Posts: 694	i wanted to pick up some tokico non-adjustables (blue) as well, but decided to do some research first. first off, i wanted to stay away from KYB GR-2, heard nothing but bad things. i found that STRANGE engineering now makes 10-way adjustable shock for stangs, can be adjusted without taking the shock/struts off. they are not as expensive and tokico adjustables or koni/bilstein either, but may not be as good quality wise. prolem is, i dont know anyone that has tried these?!?!?!? anyone!?!?!?!? __________________ 1990 GT,stock T-5,K&N w/o air silencer,March underdrives,FMS wires,timing@14*,PA Perf 130amp alt,Steeda Tri-Ax Shifter,Steeda adj quadrant/clutch cable/firewall adj,Centerforce II clutch,o/r x-pipe,Magnaflow SS catback,g-load brace, subframes,Bilstein struts/shocks,Autometer gauges, 136k and running strong!

09-01-2003, 09:43 PM	#4
billheis Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Posts: 178	I've got KYBs (they were on the car when I bought it). They are stiff, very stiff. I was thinking of going to an adjustable too. Sorry I can't give advise on the others but let us know what you go with. __________________ Bill Heiser 90 Convertable 5.0 LX, ported E7s w/ THumper valve job, TFS street, FR 65mm TB, B cam w/1.7 cobra rockers, kirban AFPR, Mac CAI, Mac Headers, off road h, 3 chamber flows, Crane ign. box, 3:73s, Art Carr AOD & 2600 converter

09-02-2003, 03:56 PM	#5
Dave_mustang_50 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: New Port Richey, Florida Posts: 483	Thanks for the info. I`m gonna look into the strange struts and check`em out. I`ll post back if I get them. Thanks again __________________ 1969 Mach 1 351C with a c6(for now) Sold 92 Rag Top GT Procharged & intercooled DSS 331 LC Holley Systemax 2 Intake, Edelbrock RPM Heads,E 303 ,blow thru air meter, race bypass, 42 pph injectors,65mm tb,1.7 rr, Mac long tube headers w/off road H pipe, Force 2 catback, TKO,Pro 5.0, K&N, Alum DS,3 core radiator, subframe connectors,3.73`s, Nitto DR`s and a Heavy Foot.

09-03-2003, 10:38 AM	#6
302 LX Eric or '331 LX Eric' Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,142	I've got the 10-way adjustable shocks and struts from Strange Engineering. I like them. Real easy to adjust and at a good price. I'm still working on the setting for where I like the car to launch, but overall am happy with them. E __________________ 1991 5.0 LX Coupe - 40,750 miles 331 cu. in. / Tremec 3550 / BFG Drag Radials 12.22 @ 114.31 mph - w/1.89 60'

09-03-2003, 03:38 PM	#7
Dave_mustang_50 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: New Port Richey, Florida Posts: 483	302 lx Eric: Where did you get yours from? I was thinking of calling summit. __________________ 1969 Mach 1 351C with a c6(for now) Sold 92 Rag Top GT Procharged & intercooled DSS 331 LC Holley Systemax 2 Intake, Edelbrock RPM Heads,E 303 ,blow thru air meter, race bypass, 42 pph injectors,65mm tb,1.7 rr, Mac long tube headers w/off road H pipe, Force 2 catback, TKO,Pro 5.0, K&N, Alum DS,3 core radiator, subframe connectors,3.73`s, Nitto DR`s and a Heavy Foot.

09-03-2003, 03:55 PM	#8
302 LX Eric or '331 LX Eric' Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,142	I purchased them from JEGS. E __________________ 1991 5.0 LX Coupe - 40,750 miles 331 cu. in. / Tremec 3550 / BFG Drag Radials 12.22 @ 114.31 mph - w/1.89 60'

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