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Lowering my vert
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Posted by: ZAXJAX

I've got a 2003 GT Convertible I want to lower. I'm going with the Eibach pro spring kit, ford motor sport caster camber plates,and new rack & pinion bushings. So, I have two questions. Should I go ahead and change my shocks out? Second, just the lowering kit plus the Ford Racing subframe connectors are going to run $1500.00 installed. Is that a decent price?

Posted by: Mustang5L5

$1500 installed is rape for all that.

And yes i'd swap shocks and struts out when doing lowering springs unless you like a rough ride.

Posted by: ExBamaGal

All of that stuff is pretty easy to install yourself. Definately get shocks/struts at the same time. The ride on stock shocks/struts with a lowered car is HORRIBLE!!

Posted by: chemo09

1500 is WAY TOO MUCH. I installed Steeda sport springs on mine (which are exactly the same as eibach pro) and love the ride. Keep in mind that I feel every crack and pebble in the road. Do yourself a favor and find a better price and change your shocks out. I guarantee that you will love the stance of your car after the springs settle.

Posted by: ZAXJAX

Thanks for the input guys/gals! I really do appreciate it. How much of a pain in the arse, is changing out the springs. Do I really need to get a spring compressors to tackle this? The rest of the swap out are just bolt-ons. Is there anything else I should be concerned with or buy to make it easier?

Posted by: Mustang5L5

How mechanically inclined are you??

It's not tough, but not something a greenhorn should try.

Even with that said, most shops will typically install springs for $100 or so in labor. They are not difficult and no compressor needed. The rears are a joke to do.

Posted by: ZAXJAX

I'm going to do it myself. I just found a link on another forum site that detailed it. I'm mechanically inclined enough to do the job. I was hestitant after hearing about spring really injuring people. I'll save $1000.oo, take my time, and put the $1000.00 towards my intake and throttle body!

Posted by: ExBamaGal

We used a how-to to do mine. Nothing to it. Just make sure you follow the instructions and put everything back in the right place, including the pig tails on the springs when you re-install them.

If you do have to use a spring compressor...you can rent one at Autozone or Advanced Auto free. They'll make you put down a deposit but they'll give it back to you when you return the compressor. We had to use one on the front.

Let us know if you run into any problems

Posted by: ZAXJAX

I just ordered the Eibach Pro kit, Ford Motor Sport caster/camber plates, and energy off set rack and pinion bushings. I havent' decided on the shocks. Anyone have any ideas?

Posted by: ExBamaGal

I went with the Tokico HP shocks/struts. Had them on for almost 2 months, no problems and a MUCH better ride than being lowered on stock shocks/struts. They handle great too. Got them on eBay for around $275 shipped.

Also, don't forget that when you finish installing all of this stuff you'll definately need an alignment.

Posted by: 81maroonhatch

Koni or hotchkis shock and struts