this is the setup that I have also and its a good choice imho
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opnion please bat/or spax?
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this is the setup that I have also and its a good choice imho
JesusFreak
Hard-core CEG'er
i loved my BAT Kit...no compalints on it here
SVT3391
CEG'er
Hey Brian we can be really good pals -- we got so many stuffs in common, similar choices, etc etc etc.... :laugh:this is the setup that I have also and its a good choice imho
teamSVTour
Hard-core CEG'er
Hey Brian we can be really good pals -- we got so many stuffs in common, similar choices, etc etc etc.... :laugh:
creepy! :laugh:
Rich2279
CEG'er
I'm in the same boat. I need a suspension, but there are so many choices. It's hard to decide.
TourDeForce
Hard-core CEG'er
Decide what kind of driving you want to do, then determine if you'd like to lower your car a bunch, or only slightly.
From the suspension FAQ:
What springs are available for Contiques?
Both sport springs and coil overs are available.
Brand /Model /Drop Front/Drop Rear/ Spring Type(Prog/Linear)
B.A.T./ Sport/ 1in/ 1in/ Progressive
B&G/ / / /
Eibach/ Pro-kit/ 1.25in/ 1.25in/ Progressive
Ford/ ST24/ OEM/ OEM /Progressive
H&R/ Sport/ 1.5in/ 1.5in/
Intrax/ / / /
Rousch - No longer available from retailers!
Coil Overs:
Ground Control /Coil Over / ADJ./ ADJ./Linear
What struts are available?
Brand/ Model/ Adjustable?/ Lowering Advised?
Koni/ Yellow/ Yes/ Yes
Bilstein/ Sprintline/ No/ yes
B.A.T/ Euro / No/ With BAT or similar springs
Ford/ ST200/ No/ Spring perch is 1" lower, not necessary
KYB/ GR2/ No/ No
Sachs/ Super Gas/ No/ No
Spax/ Sport/ No/ No
I've got the BAT kit & I'm lovin' it. No scraped bodywork or exhaust pipes, firm, confident handling, slightly lowered - only about an inch or so, still a great ride for long trips. If you have bad roads where you are, you might consider your stock springs or SVT springs and a set of struts with a lifetime warranty.
From the suspension FAQ:
What springs are available for Contiques?
Both sport springs and coil overs are available.
Brand /Model /Drop Front/Drop Rear/ Spring Type(Prog/Linear)
B.A.T./ Sport/ 1in/ 1in/ Progressive
B&G/ / / /
Eibach/ Pro-kit/ 1.25in/ 1.25in/ Progressive
Ford/ ST24/ OEM/ OEM /Progressive
H&R/ Sport/ 1.5in/ 1.5in/
Intrax/ / / /
Rousch - No longer available from retailers!
Coil Overs:
Ground Control /Coil Over / ADJ./ ADJ./Linear
What struts are available?
Brand/ Model/ Adjustable?/ Lowering Advised?
Koni/ Yellow/ Yes/ Yes
Bilstein/ Sprintline/ No/ yes
B.A.T/ Euro / No/ With BAT or similar springs
Ford/ ST200/ No/ Spring perch is 1" lower, not necessary
KYB/ GR2/ No/ No
Sachs/ Super Gas/ No/ No
Spax/ Sport/ No/ No
I've got the BAT kit & I'm lovin' it. No scraped bodywork or exhaust pipes, firm, confident handling, slightly lowered - only about an inch or so, still a great ride for long trips. If you have bad roads where you are, you might consider your stock springs or SVT springs and a set of struts with a lifetime warranty.
Kremithefrog
Hard-core CEG'er
Once again, the suspension FAQ is incorrect when it comes to Spax struts. They are similar to BAT struts and hold up FINE to moderate lowering. I've been running roush springs on them for years with no problems.
How much in labor to replace?
How much in labor to replace?
My 95 SE has over 100,000 miles on it. I think it tends to "bounce" allot. When I turn the front wheels a lot when I am parked, it makes a "rubbing" sound. Ok, I really don't want to spend a lot of money if I do not have too. I just spent 142 bucks 2 weeks ago having my sway bar mount welded back on (It was the left, the right was welded previously). So, ok, new sprinks and struts or should I have my dealer loomk at what I have and see what needs to be replaced. How much should this cost? I am relying in your "Expert" advice.
Sincerely,
Johnny T.
How much in labor to replace?
My 95 SE has over 100,000 miles on it. I think it tends to "bounce" allot. When I turn the front wheels a lot when I am parked, it makes a "rubbing" sound. Ok, I really don't want to spend a lot of money if I do not have too. I just spent 142 bucks 2 weeks ago having my sway bar mount welded back on (It was the left, the right was welded previously). So, ok, new sprinks and struts or should I have my dealer loomk at what I have and see what needs to be replaced. How much should this cost? I am relying in your "Expert" advice.
Sincerely,
Johnny T.