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Fox Body Racing Suspension Options - Advice Requested


DavidSim

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I have a 1986 Fox Body Mustang GT Hatchback, I use it for lapping/track days, as time goes on I have added various pieces to help improve the handling/performance. I have seen pictures of some of the Fox Body based AIX cars, some are sitting very low, I would like to lower my car also and maintain proper suspension geometry (as best I can) to help out at the track.

 

I have investigated various options, including various K-Members, some SLA suspensions, etc., at this point I would like to stay with struts. I see that the MM K-Members have two mount points for the A-Arms, not sure if the MM stuff would get me the lowest ride height (with proper geometry), or if there are better options with other K-Members and associated bits and pieces.

 

I also see that Racecraft has dropped spindles for Road Racing purposes, but I am not sure if these are sturdy enough or have suitable brakes options. Is anyone using these on a Fox Body Mustang with at least 400-500 horsepower and at least 275 or bigger tires?

 

Could you folks give me some guidance here please, what would you recommend for a K-Member and attending bits and pieces to get my car down low and still maintain proper geometry and handling (at least as good as it can get for a Fox Body Stang).

 

Thanks.

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David,

I'm using a modified MM K-member and control arms with Racecraft "Road Race" drop spindles. My AI car weighs 3100lbs and has approx. 325HP at the wheels. No issues with suspension.

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Marshall,

 

thank you so much for the reply, that was kind of you, that is just the kind of information I am looking for.

 

Regards.

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David, I ran them (Racecraft 2" dropped spindles) too, and when I wrecked the car and everything else broke, the spindles didn't. Wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

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Thank you Marshall and Ed, based on your endorsement I've just purchased the last set of RR spindles that RaceCraft has in stock.

 

Regards.

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  • 2 months later...

David: I will pop by your place this weekend and have a look at what you have done with the car.....and how my 10* and 14* MSD timing curve bushings are coming along...lol

 

Cheers, Paul

 

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