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Fellow Fordnatics:

I am looking to improve the handling (and appearance)
of my 92 Mustang GT by installing some aftermarket springs.
I've heard lots of good stuff about the Eibach Pro
Street springs but they are the most expensive (at
about $239 as far as I know). The BBK's and Ford SVO's
are $60 - $80 less. (Figures from ads in a recent
edition of MM&FF.) I use the car just on the street
and not on the drag stip. I also like to autocross
the car. What's the best route to go here? Also,
where can the best deal be had? Thanks.

Kevin

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Mail From: chucko (Chuck Fry)

I've got Eibach race springs (650-800 lb/in front, 200-250 lb/in rear?)
on my '89 Mustang. I think they are well suited to street use with the
proper shocks. I think I paid $240 for them last spring, but I don't
remember exactly. I got them from RD Enterprises of San Diego, (800)
683-2890. I do remember that RD was cheaper than most other Eibach
distributors.

Given the labor required to install springs (the fronts are especially
tricky in late Mustangs), why are you worried about a $60 difference in
purchase price?

Remember you will need stronger shocks and struts to keep the stiffer
springs under control. RD is a great source for shocks, carrying all
the major brands at excellent prices. They're a warehouse distributor
for most brands. I got my Konis there too.

Disclaimer: Just a satisfied customer of Eibach and RD Enterprises.
I'm not making any money off this message.
-- Chuck

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Mail From: DARIUS RUDIS <(email redacted)>

Some statistics I collected before buying springs:
front rear drop
stock 425-550 180-200 0
eibach 450-580 205-250 1.5
600-720
515-685 140-300
700-850 200-260
susp tech 725 180-260 1.25
bbk 650 250 1.5
slot car 850-1000 195 .5
steeda ? ? 1 to 1.25
saleen ? ? 1.5
svo 650 200-300 .75 to 1
h&r 490-575 205-250 1.5
600-720 205-250
750-850 260-280
950-1050 260-300

Disclaimer: These are numbers out of many many magazines. Some were
from the company's catalogs too.