NCStangFanatic Posted May 13, 2008 Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 I just purchased a Saleen supercharger for my 2006 GT with auto tranny. The car is completely stock except for the exhaust and the CAI with tune. As I add the increased HP to the car I also want to improve the handling and stability but I am not sure which way to go. Which suspension parts should I be improving as a result of the incresed HP? Please feel free to share your good and bad experiences as well as brand preferences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackSnake243 Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 I went with the combination of H&R Super Sport Springs and Tokico D-Spec Shock, and plan to put on Steeda Sway bars, LCA, UCA, and Panhard Bar. Here is a pic of my stance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyPilot Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 Check out the many Watts Link threads. I have the Fays2 version and it made a significant difference in the rear end. Don't forget about the brakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2008ShelbyGT Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 Take a look at the Ford Racing Turn 1 package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Hi Charles. Here's what I've done so far: Vortech V2 Supercharger – Intercooled – Installed by DTP Racing in Chesepeake VA - Stage III Comp cams/springs * Diablo dyno-tune by DTP Racing - Ford racing: headers & 4:10 gears * Eibach Sportline Springs * Hawk ceramic brakes * Steeda adjustable UCA * Kazera 18’s – 8.5 f / 9.5 r * BFG KDW’s – 245’s and 285’s * Hurst short throw shifter * Bassani SS Race exhaust * J&M Adj. lower control arms and Panhard Bar * Spydershaft Aluminum Driveshaft. I may add some relocation brackets and some sub-frame connectors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carnut Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Hi Charles. Here's what I've done so far: Vortech V2 Supercharger – Intercooled – Installed by DTP Racing in Chesepeake VA - Stage III Comp cams/springs * Diablo dyno-tune by DTP Racing - Ford racing: headers & 4:10 gears * Eibach Sportline Springs * Hawk ceramic brakes * Steeda adjustable UCA * Kazera 18’s – 8.5 f / 9.5 r * BFG KDW’s – 245’s and 285’s * Hurst short throw shifter * Bassani SS Race exhaust * J&M Adj. lower control arms and Panhard Bar * Spydershaft Aluminum Driveshaft. I may add some relocation brackets and some sub-frame connectors. Hey Ruffy, don't forget to tell him about the ballust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCStangFanatic Posted May 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Thanks everybody for your responses. I am sure I will be asking more questions as I dig into this a little further. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Hey Ruffy, don't forget to tell him about the ballust. Meaning what?...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Hi Charles. Here's what I've done so far: Vortech V2 Supercharger – Intercooled – Installed by DTP Racing in Chesepeake VA - Stage III Comp cams/springs * Diablo dyno-tune by DTP Racing - Ford racing: headers & 4:10 gears * Eibach Sportline Springs * Hawk ceramic brakes * Steeda adjustable UCA * Kazera 18’s – 8.5 f / 9.5 r * BFG KDW’s – 245’s and 285’s * Hurst short throw shifter * Bassani SS Race exhaust * J&M Adj. lower control arms and Panhard Bar * Spydershaft Aluminum Driveshaft. I may add some relocation brackets and some sub-frame connectors. I forgot to add: Steeda adj tie-rod ends - adj camber plates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carnut Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Meaning what?...... The small rectangular red things that are used to correct the balance on the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 The small rectangular red things that are used to correct the balance on the car. Okay - so I haven't upgraded the brakes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carnut Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Okay - so I haven't upgraded the brakes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Send me some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90GT Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Tokico D Spec Shocks Eibach Pro Kit Springs Steeda Heavy Duty upper strut mounts BMR Adj Third link Evo Performance LCA's Steeda Adj Pan Hard Bar and Brace Going on this week: Steeda Front/Rear Sway Bars Adj front sway bar links Front Sway Bar Brace Steeda G Trac Brace Steeda Strut Tower Brace Steeda Torque Box Brace Steeda Adj Rear Sway bar links Evo 3.5 Inch Alum Drive Shaft Steeda Triax Shifter with Hurst handle and ball Future Mods: Brake Upgrade Watts Link ATI Procharger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 I just realized you're in DE! Maybe you can make it to the OBX with us this fall? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCStangFanatic Posted May 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Thanks 90GT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90GT Posted May 25, 2008 Report Share Posted May 25, 2008 I just realized you're in DE! Maybe you can make it to the OBX with us this fall? OBX ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CH53Driver Posted May 25, 2008 Report Share Posted May 25, 2008 OBX ??? Outer Banks, NC...as in the area where Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first flight. :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 25, 2008 Report Share Posted May 25, 2008 Outer Banks, NC...as in the area where Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first flight. :happy feet: Hey, 53 - How's things in FL? Jim - here ya go: http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=14565 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CH53Driver Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Hey, 53 - How's things in FL? Jim - here ya go: http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=14565 I leave tomorrow for FL! I'll be back mid-June. No Shelby driving for the next couple of weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Be safe and let us know when you return! You hear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90GT Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Car goes in the shop on Thursday Ruf!!! :happy feet: I'll have all my suspension stuff installed and the drive shaft. I'm thinking of adding a set of shorty headers and CAI to the mix but I haven't decided if I want to spend the extra cash. I'm already spending enough as it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Car goes in the shop on Thursday Ruf!!! :happy feet: I'll have all my suspension stuff installed and the drive shaft. I'm thinking of adding a set of shorty headers and CAI to the mix but I haven't decided if I want to spend the extra cash. I'm already spending enough as it is. Sounds great, Jim. You must be excited! :happy feet: I wish I would have gone with long tubes instead of shorties. Give it some thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
circleofsnakes Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Has anyone installed the air struts and Shockwaves from Air Ride Technologies? I plan on going with that suspension for my car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCStangFanatic Posted June 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 I finally made a decision on the suspension upgrades for my car. I placed the order today and should have them Friday. I still haven't installed the supercharger as I am hoping to gather all of the parts I am looking to upgrade and then have all the work done at once. Below are the suspension parts I have ordered. Tokico D-Spec Shocks and Struts Steeda Sport Springs Steeda Adjustable Panhard Bar Steeda Heavy Duty Panhard Bar Brace Steeda Billet Rear Lower Control Arms Steeda Lower Control Arm Relo Bracket Steeda Rear Swaybar w/ End Links Steeda Adjustable Street Upper Control Arm Steeda Heavy Duty Upper Strut Mounts Steeda G-Trac Brace I am now saving money to buy the rest of the parts which include: Power Slot Rotors (not upgrading rotor size) Hawk Street Brake Pads Roush Front Fascia GT500 Spoiler Roush Gauge Pods Aotumeter Gauges for supercharger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted June 21, 2008 Report Share Posted June 21, 2008 Whew! I guess if you're going to upgrade - upgrade!! So you think the better half needs all of this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted June 21, 2008 Report Share Posted June 21, 2008 Car goes in the shop on Thursday Ruf!!! :happy feet: I'll have all my suspension stuff installed and the drive shaft. I'm thinking of adding a set of shorty headers and CAI to the mix but I haven't decided if I want to spend the extra cash. I'm already spending enough as it is. Well?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90GT Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Well?? Still haven't done any thing to the car. Not sure if I'm keeping it. The company I work for just closed two of our sites, coupled with the high gas prices and the economy I might be better off with only two cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Man - sorry to hear this. You'll keep the C6? Are you better off keeping the Mustang due to how much you've put into it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90GT Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Man - sorry to hear this. You'll keep the C6? Are you better off keeping the Mustang due to how much you've put into it? I'd keep the Vette. I still have a loan out on the Mustang. I haven't decided that I'm definitely selling it yet. I just chose to not do any more mods till I get a better feel for what's going on at my job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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