66 mustang suspension

[rotted66]

Thinking on the CPP mini subframe kit any thoughts? anyone use this on their mustang

[Craig510]

The location of there upper and lower control arms is basically stock. I don't see how that can make any improvement in handling. Take a look at the Maier racing parts.

[rotted66]

I looked, don't like how they took stock upca and lca and welded plates on them. the other kits are way out of price range.

[Classic Nova & Performance]

We installed the CPP control arm setup on a customer's car. It definitely makes a difference in the car's driveability due to elimination of the strut rods. The ball joints were poor quality and needed replaced after 6 months of normal driving. I think there are better kits out there, but for the price it is not too bad for daily driver duty. I would recommend replacing the ball joints with some Moog (or similar) quality ball joints. Otherwise you will be back into it before long.

[andrewb70]

I looked, don't like how they took stock upca and lca and welded plates on them. the other kits are way out of price range.

So for you looks are more important than performance?

Andrew

[DJW32]

I don't know what your budget is, but I would save up for the Maier suspension. Mikes parts are top notch.

[Ron Sutton]

I don't know what your budget is, but I would save up for the Maier suspension. Mikes parts are too notch.

Agreed x2. Mike Maier has really worked out the Mustang suspension & geometry to perform at the top.


:cheers:

[rotted66]

So for you looks are more important than performance?

Andrew

Both! anyone who says otherwise is a damn liar

[campindog]

Maier Racing
Street or Track
Open Tracker

All have excellent parts and advice. Check them out and see what your taste budget allows.

[Carl @ Chassisworks]

Hi Rotted66,
The stock suspension geometry isn't completely awful but changing to stronger, less flexible, and more adjustable components makes a huge difference. Chassisworks offers a line of suspension for the Mustang that bolts into the car - Total Control Products. TCP parts were designed on the track and are run on thousands of street cars around the world. You'll find them on everything from dedicated track cars, like Greg Weld's yellow 65 coupe or our race car (below), to daily drivers in Europe, Asia, and Australia.

You can find all kinds of applications and options HERE (http://www.cachassisworks.com/c-804-total-control-products.aspx)and you can check out some more cars with our products on the TCP Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TotalControlProducts).

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[rotted66]

Would love to install a whole tcp kit but budget won't allow it. I know their are better setups available then the CPP but for the money is it a good investment?

[Craig510]

I would say no. Just use the stock arms, get some adjustable strut rods, Maier Bilsteins, 550-600# springs, 1.125" sway bar, do the Shelby drop and replace the lower arm bushing with urethane. You will be money ahead of CPP and your car will rail.

[Carl @ Chassisworks]

Rotted 66, what type of budget are you working with? I could probably recommend a few standalone parts that will get you more bang for the buck. Oh, and what's your name? I always feel a bit awkward referring to people by their user name.

[RobNoLimit]

I saw mike Maier's new version front suspension this weekend, his car was running great on the track. I'd look into that to compare.

[Maier Motorsports]

Rotted66,

As Craig mentioned springs, shocks, and a bigger sway bar are a good place to start with your car.

Upgrading from there you will see some gains by running a coilover kit in the front with our pro rear suspension.

However it is really all about you and what your budget can take. Our kits are developed so you can start with one of our base levels and build from there without needing to throw away perfectly good parts when you go to one of our higher performing setups.