2004 GT suspension.

sonorSTANG6 · 07-16-2008, 11:05 PM

hey guys, i had a question.
i have an 04 GT with 18k on the motor, and im doing some suspension work...im gonna put in H&R super sport springs which have a 1.75" fr + 1.5" rr drop. my question is do you think i should replace the shocks too? or do you think the stock ones would be fine to deal with the drop. thanks.

White04GT · 07-16-2008, 11:34 PM

Might as well replace the shocks/struts now...the stocker's wont last too long

sonorSTANG6 · 07-16-2008, 11:59 PM

yeah thats what i was thinking. i was looking on american muscle, have any other suggestions where to buy or should i just go ebay...

Codiddy · 07-17-2008, 01:03 AM

call up www.maximummotorsports.com they will set you up with something perfect for your application

01FR500 · 07-17-2008, 09:17 AM

The best idea would be to replace the dampers now. With the super sports you will eventualy have to do it, the stockers will only give you a harsh ride and blow out soon. If money is not an issue then call up Maximum Motorsports and ask for the sport valved Bilstiens. If you can't afford the Bilstiens then the Tokico Illumima adjustables are a great option also. I choose the Illimunas for the price and the ability to firm them up for AutoX and then have a softer ride for the ride home.

sonorSTANG6 · 07-17-2008, 05:28 PM

sounds good, im gonna check out maxmotors site right now, see what they got.

PureStang · 07-17-2008, 07:57 PM

stangsuspension.com has the best parts for MM online.

r3dn3ck · 07-18-2008, 09:44 AM

also check out artsparts on corral.net. Bilstein's valved to MM's HD spec should be fine. Other options like Tokico Illumina's are also quite good. You may want to look into some MM Caster Camber plates too. They'll help you get the alignment dialed in to a nice tire friendly setting. Not all cars need them after being lowered to get back to a good setting but most do.

sonorSTANG6 · 07-19-2008, 12:25 PM

pure, i was looking on stangsuspension.com, its a great site. i was looking at the Eibach Sportline kit w/ springs a dampers, i think this is 1.5" drop all around.. pretty decent price too. im looking for a significant drop, close to 1.75" - 2" once everything settles after a while.
also r3d, i checked out the bilstein setup, looks just as good.

r3dn3ck · 07-24-2008, 08:52 AM

you should probably read my sticky in this forum if you haven't yet.

liv4him · 07-30-2008, 10:24 AM

I have h&rs with the stock shocks although I only drive 2,500 miles a year, these guys are right as you might as well change them now BUT believe it or not it rides very well even with the stockers.

07-16-2008, 11:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
sonorSTANG6 CobraR's Brother Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: maine Posts: 9	2004 GT suspension. hey guys, i had a question. i have an 04 GT with 18k on the motor, and im doing some suspension work...im gonna put in H&R super sport springs which have a 1.75" fr + 1.5" rr drop. my question is do you think i should replace the shocks too? or do you think the stock ones would be fine to deal with the drop. thanks.

07-16-2008, 11:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
White04GT Procharged Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kingwood, Tx. Posts: 1,033	Might as well replace the shocks/struts now...the stocker's wont last too long __________________ 2004 White GT just another Procharged GT. 401rwhp/407rwtq 8#'s in hot texas summer heat, built auto transmission.

07-17-2008, 09:17 AM	#5 (permalink)
01FR500 Cones Beware Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texarkana, TX/Conway, AR Posts: 997	The best idea would be to replace the dampers now. With the super sports you will eventualy have to do it, the stockers will only give you a harsh ride and blow out soon. If money is not an issue then call up Maximum Motorsports and ask for the sport valved Bilstiens. If you can't afford the Bilstiens then the Tokico Illumima adjustables are a great option also. I choose the Illimunas for the price and the ability to firm them up for AutoX and then have a softer ride for the ride home. __________________ 2003 GT H&R SuperSports \| Tokico Illumina dampers \| Maximum Motorsports c/c plates \| MM XL SFCs \| JLT RAI \| MGW shifter \| Alum. radiator \| other goodies... Coming Soon: MM Panhard Bar thanks to Zigzagg321

07-17-2008, 07:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
PureStang WE ARE PENNSTATE Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Downingtown/West Chester, PA Posts: 5,081	stangsuspension.com has the best parts for MM online. __________________ Brandon J My Ride sig by purestang

07-18-2008, 09:44 AM	#8 (permalink)
r3dn3ck Wowbagger hates me too! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Magrathea/California Posts: 7,182	also check out artsparts on corral.net. Bilstein's valved to MM's HD spec should be fine. Other options like Tokico Illumina's are also quite good. You may want to look into some MM Caster Camber plates too. They'll help you get the alignment dialed in to a nice tire friendly setting. Not all cars need them after being lowered to get back to a good setting but most do. __________________ Built 5.5L 2v and Maximum Motorsports Max Grip box. www.squarerootofone.com

07-16-2008, 11:59 PM	#3 (permalink)
sonorSTANG6 CobraR's Brother Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: maine Posts: 9	yeah thats what i was thinking. i was looking on american muscle, have any other suggestions where to buy or should i just go ebay...

07-17-2008, 05:28 PM	#6 (permalink)
sonorSTANG6 CobraR's Brother Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: maine Posts: 9	sounds good, im gonna check out maxmotors site right now, see what they got.

07-19-2008, 12:25 PM	#9 (permalink)
sonorSTANG6 CobraR's Brother Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: maine Posts: 9	pure, i was looking on stangsuspension.com, its a great site. i was looking at the Eibach Sportline kit w/ springs a dampers, i think this is 1.5" drop all around.. pretty decent price too. im looking for a significant drop, close to 1.75" - 2" once everything settles after a while. also r3d, i checked out the bilstein setup, looks just as good.

07-24-2008, 08:52 AM	#10 (permalink)
r3dn3ck Wowbagger hates me too! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Magrathea/California Posts: 7,182	you should probably read my sticky in this forum if you haven't yet. __________________ Built 5.5L 2v and Maximum Motorsports Max Grip box. www.squarerootofone.com

07-30-2008, 10:24 AM	#11 (permalink)
liv4him 40thGT Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: York, Pa Posts: 178	I have h&rs with the stock shocks although I only drive 2,500 miles a year, these guys are right as you might as well change them now BUT believe it or not it rides very well even with the stockers. __________________ 40thGT,Mach1chin,shorty ant.,K&N, Magnapacks catback, bullet knob, Steeda U/D pulleys,H&R SS springs,4.10's,grill delete,SCT, DD 17x10.5 315 NittoDR's,17x9reps.SLP X pipe,poly isos. rear seat delete,Alum.drivshaft, MMcc plates,35% tint, dyno tuned

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