Edel IAS shock equivalent for 68 Mustang ???

[sefus]

Figured the people that hang out here may know best... turning a stock 68 mustang coupe into an open road car (Im in washington with some kickass open winding, climbing farm and mountain roads...). Back in the mid 2000's where all the forum posts are dated that the google searches take me to, the ideal shock for street mustangs was the Edelbrock IAS. They sold their entire suspension line to QA1 (in 2009 I think), but from what Im reading, the equivalent nowadays is actually a KYB Excel-G. I have a hard time wanting to buy KYB anything, but also dont want to spend Koni money for this simple project.

So the question besides who can confirm all that above, is, what the heck is the right shock for a bare bones stock-ish coupe out on the road? Im not making any power to speak of at the moment so concentrating on the suspension right now. Upgrades underway are disc brakes, normal mustang bracing, sway bars, shelby drop, and lowering coils/leafs.

[68Formula]

Hoping someone can chime in. I had IASs on my Firebird and loved them. Unfortunately one was accidentally side-loaded when doing a rear swap, which ruined the seals.

[jknight16]

I know it's not a Mustang (even though most people think mine is...) if you liked the Edelbrock IAS shocks you'll freakin love a ridetech shock. I bought the IAS shocks for the front of my Camaro around 2004 and while they were an improvement over 20 year old Monroe shocks, the ride was terrible and expansion joints mid-turn would get the car very unsettled. I get that you're going for budget here, but some ridetech single adjustable shocks would be a worthwhile step up from a twin-tube shock, particularly for your intended use.

If anyone wants the IAS shocks I pulled off my car (with about 250 total miles) I willl pack em up and send them to ya if you pay the ride. Nothing wrong with them that I'm aware of, but I replaced them and didn't think anyone would want them.

[marolf101x]

Jeff, Thank you for the compliments. When we first started our collaboration with Fox to bring these monotube shocks to market I did a lot of valve tuning to get both ride quality and handling optimized.

Since we've been mentioned I'd like to point out a few things. . .
-shocks are the brains of the suspension and should not be taken as lightly as they normally are. A spring is a spring. . .it oscillates. . .frequency depends on rate. The shocks however, control that oscillation and how much force is transferred to the passenger cabin (for ride quality). Shocks come in many different valving configurations, forces, styles, etc. There are so many options!
Talk to the shock manufacturer, tell them what your intended goal is with the car, let them explain to you how their stuff works, and why they chose that option. This will help you make a decision.

-Ridetech shocks are a bit more expensive than many other options available. . .however, if you intend to keep the car they may be the last set you ever purchase as we offer a 1,000,001 mile warranty.
Very few questions asked. We want you to be extremely happy with your purchase.

-If you have any questions feel free to drop them on this post, or send me an email (britt@ridetech.com)

[sefus]

For what its worth, from what I found out on another mustang dedicated site, custom valved Bilsteins are the go-to these days (for mustangs at least).

[Mach1_Ron]

For what its worth, from what I found out on another mustang dedicated site, custom valved Bilsteins are the go-to these days (for mustangs at least).

I'll second that. Especially for Budget, they're like $99/each. Talk to Sean at Street or Track....

[outrgus]

I'll second that. Especially for Budget, they're like $99/each. Talk to Sean at Street or Track....

I have the Bilstein Sport shocks in my 68, they are very good shock for a mustang.
I have no complaints.