Looking for a quality 4 link for my 67 mustang

[1967marti]

I've been searching for a few weeks now and i almost have the cash scratched together (1600 limit). So far it seems that the TCI kit is the best bang for the buck. Is there any "unknown" name kits out there that I might have missed? It does not need to be a "bolt-in" as welding and light fabrication are no problem.

Thanks!

matt

[Carl @ Chassisworks]

Hi Matt,
If you can bump your price range a small amount you can get into a Total Control Products g-Bar system. Click for details. We build the whole thing in house at our Sacramento factory with larger bushings, beefier link bars, and many unique features that the other options just don't have. Installation is straight forward.


This Mustang was built by forum member HPI customs and has our suspension front to rear. You can find more pics of this, and other, cars on our Facebook page.

[Build-It-Break-It]

ridetech has a 4 link kit in your price range and is a sponsor here. You can't beat the price. ridetech shocks are what about 85% of people on here run.

[1967marti]

I looked at the G-bar system, I liked that it was a little more compact than the others but I did't see anything in the 1800 kit that put it above some of the others. I liked the ball-joint version but that is way out of my budget just for the sake of a slightly quicker adjustment time.
The kit i'm looking at getting will be upgraded with ridetech double adjust coil-overs.

[Josh@Ridetech]

The kit i'm looking at getting will be upgraded with ridetech double adjust coil-overs.

Hey Matt,

I know our bolt in four link was mentioned above, I was going to share the link for you as well. - http://www.ridetech.com/store/1964-1...ng-airbar.html

The four link comes with everything you need to get it on the car for $1300. We offer three different series of shocks: RQ (fixed valving), HQ (Single Adjustable), TQ (Triple Adjustable). For something that is going to be primarily a street car, I would recommend looking into the HQ's. The rebound adjustability gives you a big variety of choices, so you can select the style of ride that you are looking for (with only having one knob to turn). Whichever route you end up going, I know I can definitely help you get the ride quality/performance out of the car, with our shocks! Let me know if you have any questions.

Josh

[1967marti]

Josh, Does your kit come in a weld-on form factor? I'm looking to clean up the rear axle by cutting off the spring perches and welding on the arm mounts. Also, it looks like your kit doesn't come with shocks for the 1300 price tag. So it would be something close to 1800 for the kit you linked-to with the HQ shocks? Are you guys offering any specials soon (black friday, Xmas)?




Thanks!

[Carl @ Chassisworks]

I looked at the G-bar system, I liked that it was a little more compact than the others but I didn't see anything in the 1800 kit that put it above some of the others.

Stronger components, better fit, longer life, and even better instructions. Double adjustable shocks are available, too.

Check out this document for a break down on all the different features, options, and what it all means. http://www.totalcontrolproducts.com/...XXX_DS_WEB.pdf

[68EFIvert]

I have a G-bar in my 68 Mustang convertible and like it. I chose it over the ridetech stuff becasue it looks heavier duty. I have poly bushings on all ends for ride quality issues and think it was a wise choice. I am not knocking ridetech and I actually think they may have designed the original kit together. The first version of the G-bar looked the same but they made some improvements including larger diameter tubing to the newer versions like mine. If I am incorrect about my facts someone please correct me.

[Josh@Ridetech]

Josh, Does your kit come in a weld-on form factor? I'm looking to clean up the rear axle by cutting off the spring perches and welding on the arm mounts. Also, it looks like your kit doesn't come with shocks for the 1300 price tag. So it would be something close to 1800 for the kit you linked-to with the HQ shocks? Are you guys offering any specials soon (black friday, Xmas)?


Thanks!

Matt,

We do have a weld-on bracket option, instead of the bolt on bracket. That's not a problem at all, we can just swap it out in the kit. The four link, itself, is $1300 and the HQ series shocks are $650 for the pair. They're the Fox Racing, monotube, shocks that carry our lifetime warranty. The lower bars on the kit use a poly bushing on both ends, where you have 3 different holes to mount the rear of the arm in, for adjustment. The upper control arms have a rubber bushing in one end, and a spherical heim joint in the other, also for adjustment. The noise transfer isn't something that is an issue, nor the strength.

We're doing a few different sales for the holidays, we'll be posting up some information about the holiday deals soon! Let me know if you come up with any questions.

Thanks,

Josh

[MrQuick]

Matt,
What is the part number that you are looking for on the shocks..... from ridetech?

[1967marti]

I'm not too sure of the part number as the site selling the kit only gives their part number. But they are the 600-700$ double adjustable ridetech shocks.

[MrQuick]

All I see now is

HQ 12106510 $650.00
Select series $12106507 $1000.00
with canisters 12106511 $1300.00

[badazz81z28]

Stronger components, better fit, longer life, and even better instructions. Double adjustable shocks are available, too.

Check out this document for a break down on all the different features, options, and what it all means. http://www.totalcontrolproducts.com/...XXX_DS_WEB.pdf

People seem to forget the basics when comparing prices. People don't sell their stuff cheaper because they want to make the customer happy. Price is mostly driven by the quality of components, tube DOM, quality welds, bushings, shocks, springs etc...you name it. All of it drive the prices up and down. FWIW I was thinking of a Ride-Tech 4 link, but chose DSE. Check out the options' instructions and see what I mean.

I think I recall the lower links on the Ride-Tech bolt to the stock location leaf spring pockets and mounts. Look into this as well if you plan to mini-tub and run big tires.