H&R SS with what shocks/struts?

simon · 03-23-2008, 09:42 AM

Hello, I am looking to buy the bilstein line of shocks/struts but I am concerned with which package to get. How can I determine if the shocks/structs will fit with the h&r springs? It seems that the bilsteins that I see online are designed for drop-in replacements for a stock setup. Am I wrong on this? I have a 2002 Mustang GT.

r3dn3ck · 03-23-2008, 10:08 AM

You'll be served well by Tokico Illumina or 03-04 Cobra spec Bilstein or Maximum Motorsports HD spec bilsteins with the SS springs.

Where are you shopping? Perhaps we can just paste a link to the right kit for you.

Bilsteins are NOT just OEM replacements for a GT... they're a significant improvement over stock and were included as stock on 03-04 cobras. If you like bilsteins (I love them), then I'd go that way. I use the MM sport spec on my car. You should probably stick with their HD spec.

01FR500 · 03-23-2008, 12:56 PM

I'll second that on the Illuminas, r3d recommended thoes to me for my H&R ss springs and I couldn't be much happier. I can stiffen them up for Solo2 events and then set'em back to soft for the ride home, and I can tell a difference between the settings. I just kinda wish now I had gone with coil overs.

simon · 03-28-2008, 05:46 AM

great, thanks for the help!

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simon Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2	H&R SS with what shocks/struts? Hello, I am looking to buy the bilstein line of shocks/struts but I am concerned with which package to get. How can I determine if the shocks/structs will fit with the h&r springs? It seems that the bilsteins that I see online are designed for drop-in replacements for a stock setup. Am I wrong on this? I have a 2002 Mustang GT.

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r3dn3ck Wowbagger hates me too! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Magrathea/California Posts: 6,513	You'll be served well by Tokico Illumina or 03-04 Cobra spec Bilstein or Maximum Motorsports HD spec bilsteins with the SS springs. Where are you shopping? Perhaps we can just paste a link to the right kit for you. Bilsteins are NOT just OEM replacements for a GT... they're a significant improvement over stock and were included as stock on 03-04 cobras. If you like bilsteins (I love them), then I'd go that way. I use the MM sport spec on my car. You should probably stick with their HD spec. __________________ Built 5.5L 2v and Maximum Motorsports Max Grip box. www.squarerootofone.com My CarDomain Page

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01FR500 Cones Beware Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texarkana, TX/Conway, AR Posts: 486	I'll second that on the Illuminas, r3d recommended thoes to me for my H&R ss springs and I couldn't be much happier. I can stiffen them up for Solo2 events and then set'em back to soft for the ride home, and I can tell a difference between the settings. I just kinda wish now I had gone with coil overs. __________________ 2003 GT H&R SuperSports l Tokico Illumina dampers l Maximum Motorsports c/c plates l MM XL SFCs l JLT RAI l MGW shifter l other goodies...

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03-28-2008, 05:46 AM	#4 (permalink)
simon Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2	great, thanks for the help!