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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 63
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 10-06-2002 05:09 PM
   
Alright guys, I need some advice for my shock setup on my 66 coupe. I will have a 351 W under the hood. The old suspension is from the original engine... an I-6. So, what would be a good setup for front and rear shocks? Anyother elements I should add? Maybe a thicker sway bar? I'm looking for modest pricing, nothing too expensive or fancy. Any help would be greatly appreciated.------------------
1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 10-06-2002 05:13 PM
What kinda of set up is the car most used for?
If it's a everyday driver then go with the KYB shocks I know a few people that love them.They will give the car good handling with out a real firm ride.The price is good on them too.
620 front coils would help too,and some new leaf springs I'd good with a 4leaf,for a mild set up.SCOOP ------------------
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14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8"3.40 TracLoc,Cragar SS,Black Suede. https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 63
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 10-06-2002 07:16 PM
The car will be more of a weekend warrior type, it will have a close to 400hp engine in it when the restoration (God forbid) is complete.------------------
1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 10-06-2002 07:20 PM
Are you going more for a race set up?
What kind of ride are looking for?SCOOP ------------------
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14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8"3.40 TracLoc,Cragar SS,Black Suede. https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
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indyphil
Gearhead Posts: 877
From: Lafayette, IN, USA
Registered: Jul 2002
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posted 10-06-2002 08:58 PM
I just put 4-1/2 leafs from mustangs plus on the rear of my 289 powered coupe. They really helped with traction, and didnt have too firm a ride. I carry passengers on occasion (the car is a regular driver) and i think they are just right. For a "weekend warrior" with big torque like yours I would recommend maybe the 5 leaf springs. I also bought the cheapo "grab a track" gas shocks, which ride nice but not spongy. I also polybushed the heavy duty shackles. All in all its a sweet set up, but you may need more firmness for the 351 especially if you intend on putting wide/sticky tyres on. cant help with the front because I have not started there yet... Ive been busy with my $@%#ing pertronix igntion 
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 63
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 10-06-2002 10:46 PM
I was looking for a controllable ride actually Right now my steering is really squirelly because the suspension can't handle the weight of my V8. What I really want is not to be scared out of my mind when I'm doing 110 like I am now. So I guess the answer to your question would be "controllable". ------------------
1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers
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ValkariaKid
Journeyman Posts: 10
From: Sebastian, FL
Registered: Oct 2002
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posted 10-06-2002 11:09 PM
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The old suspension is from the original engine... an I-6.
Well that's the first thing I'd change! I'd get a set of stock V8 springs at the very least. Shocks alone won't make a huge difference with your current springs. A really neat spring is the progressive spring that Eibach makes. I put them on my '65 fastback, and I absolutely loved them. They were soft enough for daily driving, and they really tightened up in the corners. I tried the 620# springs and found them to be a bit harsh for normal street driving. As for shocks I'd definately go with the KYB's. I put them on all my Mustangs. I'd also look into picking up a set of V8 spindles & brakes. The I6 stuff is just too [joke]"spindly"[/joke] for a 351. -Paul
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 63
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 10-07-2002 03:12 AM
Actually the spindles have already been updated, and I'm working on disc brakes for the beast. Thanks for all the advice.
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1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 63
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 10-07-2002 03:34 AM
Paul, what type of Eibach progressive springs did you buy? I did some looking around on the net, but the springs seem to be specific for certain models of cars. Can you direct me to where I might find information on the springs you used?Thanks,
-Bill ------------------
1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers
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ValkariaKid
Journeyman Posts: 10
From: Sebastian, FL
Registered: Oct 2002
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posted 10-07-2002 12:44 PM
Bill-I bought them from Pro-Motorsports Engineering, in Sandy, Utah. 801/571-6097. I don't know the exact Eibach part number because when I bought these I didn't know that Eibach even made them. I thought Pro-Motorsports did. It wasn't until I got them that I noticed that "Eibach" was stamped onto one of the coils. I don't know if these guys are still around, but it's worth a call. I bought these back in either '93 or '94 for a '65 fastback. They were great springs! I'll see if I can dig up a receipt for them that may have a part number.
Hope this helps -Paul
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 63
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 10-07-2002 04:14 PM
Paul,Thanks very much for that info, I found promotorsports engineering online and they list the springs you were talking about. Now I just must make my checkbook like this idea... ------------------
1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers
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Mustang66
Journeyman Posts: 48
From: Tuttle Okla
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 10-07-2002 04:37 PM
What is the web sight. I am doing the same thing you are so any info will be helpfull------------------
66 coupe 351W C-6 100hp NO2
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catman_45
Journeyman Posts: 63
From: Moscow, ID, USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 10-07-2002 05:30 PM
The website is www.drgas.com
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1966 Coupe w/ 351 Windsor, BM Slap shifter, aqua blue, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers
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