RSI or Schwartz

[Genros]

So the car is at the body shop next to the suspension/chassis. Ive called/inquired/researched my fingers are getting tired. All roads thus far keep taking me back to RSI and Schwartz. Any reason anyone likes one over the other? The appear to be great chassis/suspension. Before everyone chimes in with just doing the front end and back end it doesnt seem to make sense to bolt a beautiful front end (which there are many) to a antiquated body/frame. Also i really dont want to have a full cage in the car. An simple roll bar (shelby style) behind the seats is what im aiming for but maybe concealing additional pieces else where if needed. The ultimate goal here is the 68 mustang convertible with the power and handling and creature comforts of a new car.

[Genros]

Anyone
Lil help?

[dontlifttoshift]

Who is RSI?

[srh3trinity]

Who is RSI?

Roadster Shop Inc maybe?

[andrewb70]

....The ultimate goal here is the 68 mustang convertible with the power and handling and creature comforts of a new car.

If that is truly your ultimate goal, you don't need a custom chassis. There are any number of good vendors that offer bolt on systems that will easily accomplish that goal without having to do extensive surgery on the body. With your car being a convertible you won't be able to compete in any sort of racing events without a roll bar.

Andrew

[kochevy67]

They both are highly talented, the decision falls on you. That's a rough one

[bret]

I don't have any experience with RSI, but I raced with some very fast and capable Schwartz chassied cars. Good products, good people. We supply shocks for many of the aftermarket chassis manufacturers...including TCI and Schwartz. We also have our own line of bolt-on components for Mustangs. Give a phone call to the various comanies to get a feel for their tech support and customer service. That will be the real difference. They are all good, but you'll likely find one is maybe more appropriate for your particular project.

[Genros]

The only difference between Schwartz and RSI this far is Schwartz doesn't require cutting. The floors etc... I have spoken to both and both were great.
I've checked out all the bolt ons. They are awesome. I don't agree with spending the the 12-15 or 17k on bolt ons when you can do the entire job for couple k more (make sense?)
If I'm missing something, some kind of hidden expense or something please let me know.

[marolf101x]

No reason to spend $12-15K on bolt ons.
Here's a link to our Mustang parts:
http://www.ridetech.com/store/muscle...hash=V312.V328

You can get a complete kit, with rebound adjustable coil overs, control arms, and bolt-in 4-link for $4050.00.
Or, step up to the triple adjust dampers in the complete kit for $5750.00.

However, since this is a convertible, and you don't plan on tracking it much, I'd strongly suggest the rebound adjustable shock package. . .get's the new car handling you're after for a fraction of what a full frame will cost.

[Genros]

Does this kit get rid of the front shock towers?

[72 GOAT]

How about Detroit speed? We are installing the front and rear products on a 68 fastback and they are great.

[bret]

Does this kit get rid of the front shock towers?

Our products interface with the oem shock towers. If you are planning on using a late model modular motor or Coyote motor then you do need to look for a chassis or at least a full subframe. Also, if the rest of the Mustangs substructure [framerails, torque boxes, floorpans, etc] is shot...get a full chassis.