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99Pony3.8 · 04-17-2002, 08:21 AM

There is no need to match the springs to the body parts so long as the new springs will not drop the car too low. The front fascia hangs lower than stock, so if the springs are too low, the front fascia could drag over bumps, etc. I don't think you will have a problem with any springs though, I doubt they would drop the car that far. I would not recommend the Saleen springs, they are designed for a V8, which is heavier in the front than a V6 and are stiffer to accommodate the heaver engine and rear axle. Get springs tuned for a V6 or you could have handling problems, V6 springs will have the proper front to rear balance. Steeda has some kits, as does Kenny Brown Performance (http://www.kennybrown.com/home.html).

04-17-2002, 08:21 AM	#7
99Pony3.8 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 44	There is no need to match the springs to the body parts so long as the new springs will not drop the car too low. The front fascia hangs lower than stock, so if the springs are too low, the front fascia could drag over bumps, etc. I don't think you will have a problem with any springs though, I doubt they would drop the car that far. I would not recommend the Saleen springs, they are designed for a V8, which is heavier in the front than a V6 and are stiffer to accommodate the heaver engine and rear axle. Get springs tuned for a V6 or you could have handling problems, V6 springs will have the proper front to rear balance. Steeda has some kits, as does Kenny Brown Performance (http://www.kennybrown.com/home.html). __________________ 99 Mustang 3.8L, C&L mass-air system, GT dual exhust and rear bumper, Maximum Motorsports 4-point K frame brace, full length sub frame connectors and strut tower brace.