I need help with a few questions...

Kamaro Killer · 05-20-2002, 02:25 AM

My car was lowered when I got it and I want to raise it back to the normal heigth. I don't want the stock springs. What are some good springs to get? I drive the car everyday (when it runs, lol) and have yet to see the track for a 1/4 mile run.

Also my transimisson is cracked on the right side where the Borg & Warner is stamped on it. It's got over 100,000 miles on it. Should I pay a mechanic to fix it, or just save up and buy a new or used tranny?

Also, as far as suspension, if I where to get an LX from 87-93 would I be able to transfer my engine/ tranny into it without any problems?

Thanks,

Keith

Skyman · 05-20-2002, 03:10 AM

Why not use stock springs if thats what you wish to achieve? It will be the cheapest way out. I wouldnt worry about your trans till u have problems, then just buy a good used T-5.

Why not take it to the track? Carlsbad this saturday.

Skyler

Kamaro Killer · 05-20-2002, 03:32 AM

I wish I could take it there this saturday. It's not running. I've been having one problem after another with it and can't seem to get it started now that I put the new engine back into it.

I figured if I have to buy brand new springs, why not get something that may give me a better or smoother ride, but maybe you're right. I'm not sure of the difference in springs.

ChunkFunky · 05-20-2002, 06:20 AM

You could always go with stock replacement springs... I mean you coulg get springs from ford or something like that.. but you could try something like a variable rate spring.. something that's smooth on little bumps but will hold hard on corners and stuff, perhaps the fords come with stuff liek that stock, I dunno.. I havent had my car that long... but it's something to checkout..

-=as=-

flyin 5.8 · 05-20-2002, 03:25 PM

I believe that most parts will swap between gt & lx.

As for the springs, I just bought FRPP #FMS-M5300-B spring kit it lowers V8 cars 7/8" front & 1/2" rear (the closest i found to stock), but they may be stiffer than you are looking for (450/530lb/in front & 200/300lb/in rear). It's not installed yet so i don't know how the ride is.

Oh yea, $135.00 from summit & jegs (free shipping @ summit).

05-20-2002, 02:25 AM	#1
Kamaro Killer Mustang Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 528	I need help with a few questions... My car was lowered when I got it and I want to raise it back to the normal heigth. I don't want the stock springs. What are some good springs to get? I drive the car everyday (when it runs, lol) and have yet to see the track for a 1/4 mile run. Also my transimisson is cracked on the right side where the Borg & Warner is stamped on it. It's got over 100,000 miles on it. Should I pay a mechanic to fix it, or just save up and buy a new or used tranny? Also, as far as suspension, if I where to get an LX from 87-93 would I be able to transfer my engine/ tranny into it without any problems? Thanks, Keith __________________ 1993 GT 5.0-My Stang Rice Hater's Club Member 22 Last edited by Kamaro Killer; 05-20-2002 at 02:43 AM..

05-20-2002, 03:10 AM	#2
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Why not use stock springs if thats what you wish to achieve? It will be the cheapest way out. I wouldnt worry about your trans till u have problems, then just buy a good used T-5. Why not take it to the track? Carlsbad this saturday. Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

05-20-2002, 03:32 AM	#3
Kamaro Killer Mustang Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 528	I wish I could take it there this saturday. It's not running. I've been having one problem after another with it and can't seem to get it started now that I put the new engine back into it. I figured if I have to buy brand new springs, why not get something that may give me a better or smoother ride, but maybe you're right. I'm not sure of the difference in springs. __________________ 1993 GT 5.0-My Stang Rice Hater's Club Member 22

05-20-2002, 03:25 PM	#5
flyin 5.8 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Holland, Michigan Posts: 73	I believe that most parts will swap between gt & lx. As for the springs, I just bought FRPP #FMS-M5300-B spring kit it lowers V8 cars 7/8" front & 1/2" rear (the closest i found to stock), but they may be stiffer than you are looking for (450/530lb/in front & 200/300lb/in rear). It's not installed yet so i don't know how the ride is. Oh yea, $135.00 from summit & jegs (free shipping @ summit). __________________ If girls are made of sugar and spice, how come they taste like tuna? "Nitrous is like a hot chick with an STD . . . you want to hit it, but your afraid of the consequences."

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05-20-2002, 06:20 AM	#4
ChunkFunky Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Tustin, CA Posts: 465	You could always go with stock replacement springs... I mean you coulg get springs from ford or something like that.. but you could try something like a variable rate spring.. something that's smooth on little bumps but will hold hard on corners and stuff, perhaps the fords come with stuff liek that stock, I dunno.. I havent had my car that long... but it's something to checkout.. -=as=-