Livernois springs versus....

[Juicybaka]

Ok, so out the gate, first upgrade is going to be springs. Is the 600.00+Livernois overage justified over the H&R springs? We are talking a pieces of steel, right? Thanks for input

 

[bpd1151]

They're H&R springs that are simply rebranded.

You decide. Lol

 

[Juicybaka]

Makes sense, thank you! What about shocks? Stock seem pretty responsive.

 

[bpd1151]

When I did the H&R's, I left the OEM shocks/struts in place. But my mileage was low.

I would suggest, depending on your mileage, you either keep what you have, or consider aftermarket.

If you retain OEM, then understand lowering springs will wear those shocks/struts out that much faster.

I now have Megan coil overs at each corner.

 

[Juicybaka]

Thanks for this feedback, much appreciated! So I have 13k miles. How many more miles left on shocks if I were to just install springs?
Also, I looked at this thread you had from awhile back. Are the coil overs now available for 2016. Price for 4? Thank you!

 

[limited02]

Thanks for this feedback, much appreciated! So I have 13k miles. How many more miles left on shocks if I were to just install springs?
Also, I looked at this thread you had from awhile back. Are the coil overs now available for 2016. Price for 4? Thank you!

https://www.redline360.com/megan-ez-street-ii-coilovers-taurus-sho-MR-CDK-FT10-EZII

 

[Juicybaka]

So for another 400.00, think it makes sense to go with coil over. What else is needed for this install? I read about camber bolts? Thank you

 

[OmaHahn]

I bought my H&R on Tire Rack I think for like $200 or $260...?? Do a search on this forum for camber bolts - I have plenty of info on those - I just can't recall off the top of my head as I type this, but I highly recommend them.

 

[Juicybaka]

So I’ve decided to install the H&R springs. I have the springs and ordered “Specialty Products Company 81280 EZ Cam XR 16mm Adjuster Bolt - Pair”
Is this the correct part to get rear within specs? Thank you

 

[OmaHahn]

So I’ve decided to install the H&R springs. I have the springs and ordered “Specialty Products Company 81280 EZ Cam XR 16mm Adjuster Bolt - Pair”
Is this the correct part to get rear within specs? Thank you

It sure is! And make sure to use Locktite Red!

 

[Juicybaka]

Great, thanks for tip!

 

[Juicybaka]

Is $760.00 fair price including alignment to install springs?

 

[bpd1151]

Seems high.

I know what I paid, and it was half of that.

Maybe others will post up to.

I'd shop around.

 

[OmaHahn]

That's very high! I found a performance / restoration garage, family runs it and they have award winning cars so I know they do quality work. One of the sons did my springs on a Saturday and charged me $200. Then week later after letting springs settle a bit I had Jensen Tire (Midwest Chain) do the alignment for like $80.
Shop around.

 

[bpd1151]

Glad you posted up Oma.....

I was a tick under $350 myself with install and alignment.

Not to shabby given the expenses of living in/around the CHI-Town area.

 

[OmaHahn]

Glad you posted up Oma.....

I was a tick under $350 myself with install and alignment.

Not to shabby given the expenses if living in/around the CHI-Town area.

Not to derail this thread but I was born in Chicago and have family there. I have to get back sometime, I very much miss Ribs N Bibs and Harold's chicken!!!

 

[Sho_Ride]

Not to derail this thread but I was born in Chicago and have family there. I have to get back sometime, I very much miss Ribs N Bibs and Harold's chicken!!!

I miss Lou Malnati's and Portillo's!

 

[limited02]

I miss Lou Malnati's and Portillo's!

I know for Lou's, you can have it delivered to your door. I've done it a few times here in Kansas because my wife used to live in Chicago not far from Lou Malnati's pizza.

 

[Sho_Ride]

I know for Lou's, you can have it delivered to your door. I've done it a few times here in Kansas because my wife used to live in Chicago not far from Lou Malnati's pizza.

Yes you can @ tasteofchicago.com

They FedEx it overnight on dry ice. I sent one to someone in New York and he said that frozen pizza was better than any fresh NY pizza he's ever had.

 

[Lostneye]

Yes you can @ tasteofchicago.com

They FedEx it overnight on dry ice. I sent one to someone in New York and he said that frozen pizza was better than any fresh NY pizza he's ever had.

Well, it's been 15 years since I had real Chicago deep dish. I'm going to have to place an order.