upgraded suspension questions

[Freshusmc]

I have a 92 MTX. The struts are blown and needs springs and other stuff. So im gonna start replacing and upgrading. I want a street car that handles decently on a track. I dont might a little bit of a rough ride as long as its sporty and not like a civic with $80 coilovers. So im gonna start with the rear but the springs ill buy as a set and then want struts that work with them. Any ideas? and then what else? i heard sway bars are a big deal on these cars. Any links to some good threads?

 

[LOUDSHO92]

B&G Springs with Monroe Struts would be your best bet right now:

B&G at SHO Source

Monroe at SHO Source

The 24/26 combo is a good setup for the SHO.

 

[DJSHO91]

In addition to springs and shocks, I'd recommend installing a set of sub-frame connectors. They really help the rigidity of the body and make the car feel "shorter" and tighter. This really improves how the SHO feels on the road.

 

[rubydist]

at least do subframe bushings and radius arm bushings while you are at it. or the Gen3 subframe swap is even better yet.

 

[jimtash]

There areTokico HB5003's on Ebay for sale. Seems the seller has a good supply of them. These are for the rears.

 

[Freshusmc]

Which Monroe's? And thanks for the info. I need to get started

 

[LOUDSHO92]

Which Monroe's? And thanks for the info. I need to get started

Monroe Sensa Tracs

 

[rubydist]

everyone has a different idea of what is best. I do not like SensaTrac shocks - I find them too soft on small bumps and then they randomly stiffen up a lot on bigger bumps. I just don't think they are a good match for the SHO. even though they don't last very long, I much prefer the ride of the KYB shocks on a SHO.

 

[jimtash]

Agree on the Monroes. What about Motorcraft struts? They're made by Sach's, right?

 

[jayro]

Too bad the selection of springs and struts for our cars are shrinking. I have uncut Intrax/Koni's on mine and really enjoy them. I would definitely recommend sub frame connectors and a large rear sway-bar. You can then mess with the front bar to fit your driving style. I have the smallest front bar (21mm I think). It has been been very stable for me, although some have said it makes their car too tail happy.

 

[SHOspazz92]

Front Koni's are still available. Rear Koni's can still be rebuilt.

-Sam

 

[Freshusmc]

will the b&G springs work with the kyb?

 

[thegreatbriguy]

I can't seem to find the ebay 5003's but what are these Ford Taurus Mercury Sable 86-95 HE3715 ?

 

[jimtash]

Station wagon shock absorbers. Must've sold them. Wait a day or two and the same seller might put up another pair of 5003's.