re50cal Posted July 18, 2010 Report Share Posted July 18, 2010 Hello everyone, yes this is my first cobra out of three regular GT's and "WOW" is all I can say. I wanted to know on my 2011, can it be lowered onto 20" wheels by just adding lowering springs such as eibach, or will I need caber and caster plates etc... I only want about a 1" drop. I don't want to lose too much ride quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrycp Posted July 18, 2010 Report Share Posted July 18, 2010 Hello everyone, yes this is my first cobra out of three regular GT's and "WOW" is all I can say. I wanted to know on my 2011, can it be lowered onto 20" wheels by just adding lowering springs such as eibach, or will I need caber and caster plates etc... I only want about a 1" drop. I don't want to lose too much ride quality. I have installed the FR3 Handling Pack on my 2011 vert along with 20" Alcoa's. http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/58575-fr3-baer-and-alcoas-installed/ Lowered the front just under 1" and the rear just over 1.25". Love the new look and ride. I did install caster/camber plates. Without them or camber bolts, once lowered you will not be able to align to within factory specs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
re50cal Posted July 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2010 Thanks for the info. I lowered my 1999 with eibach's, shock, struts, caster plates, and it rides like a nascar, just don't want to run into the same problem. I want a lower look but not a bumpy ride. Your car looks great, I can't wait until my wheels come in, people are already snapping photos of the car while I'm driving on the interstate and gathering around when I'm parked, it's only going to get crazier after the wheels. I was going to get a Viper, but figured I would save $50,000 and still get the same speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1shetan Posted July 18, 2010 Report Share Posted July 18, 2010 same concerns regarding the ride here we do not want it harsher. The shelby/roush tech at the dealership recommended waiting until springs are specifically designed for the 2011 due to the changes in the weight distribution/weight loss in this model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgentIan Posted July 23, 2010 Report Share Posted July 23, 2010 same concerns regarding the ride here we do not want it harsher. The shelby/roush tech at the dealership recommended waiting until springs are specifically designed for the 2011 due to the changes in the weight distribution/weight loss in this model. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QUIKSVT Posted July 24, 2010 Report Share Posted July 24, 2010 I was just told the same thing. Evidently a reworked kit is in the works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrycp Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 SVT has springs out now for what they say are for '07 thru '11 GT500 coupes. http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts/part_details.asp?PartKeyField=9882 It's the same spring from the FR3 handlings packs. Same springs I have installed in mine. Recommened for the same Damper Kit and same Anti-roll bar kits from the FR3 Handling Pack. Same as what's installed on my car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpmurr Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 SVT has springs out now for what they say are for '07 thru '11 GT500 coupes. http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts/part_details.asp?PartKeyField=9882 It's the same spring from the FR3 handlings packs. Same springs I have installed in mine. Recommened for the same Damper Kit and same Anti-roll bar kits from the FR3 Handling Pack. Same as what's installed on my car. Well that pretty much clears up seeing if the weight difference matters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGT500 Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 So given the FRPP springs weren't changed for 2011 from the 07-10, you guys think it's safe to buy the Eibachs that are designated for 07-10? Who's done it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMG Posted December 17, 2010 Report Share Posted December 17, 2010 Just to add....Most if not all people I know of who are running the FRPP springs have no alignment issues and only slight toe adjusment is needed. This was the case for me also. No camber issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickD Posted June 17, 2011 Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 I just installed the FRPP springs on my non-SVTPP 2011 The springs are part number M-5300-L which were listed as 07-11 springs. I am happy with the result and they dont ride that much harsher, but I really wish the nose was about 1/4" lower (you can tell these springs are made for the aluminum block). here are a couple shots: stock springs: frpp springs: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr8snkbite Posted June 17, 2011 Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 waiting on springs for the vert..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hpfisterer Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 Nice, I too am considering lowering my svtpp car. Has any one done this and if so what parts exactly do I need. Lastly, how much harsher will the ride be? I am considering vossen wheels and the set up looks a lot better if the car is dropped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Nice, I too am considering lowering my svtpp car. Has any one done this and if so what parts exactly do I need. Lastly, how much harsher will the ride be? I am considering vossen wheels and the set up looks a lot better if the car is dropped. I have the Eibach Coilovers on my 2011 and like it. Rides a little bit more firm than the stock SVTPP. But, not too harsh. Everyone has a different tolerance for ride quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickD Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 which vossen wheels are considering? cv3s? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hpfisterer Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 CV1's but I'd like to see them in person first. Hopefully someone will have them at mustang week. I'm not sure about the lip so I have to see them first hand with tire mounted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLUE 2010 SHELBY GT 500 Posted June 28, 2011 Report Share Posted June 28, 2011 i have always used H&R lowering springs , car looks great and the ride did not really change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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