Options on new suspension

[swhite832 10]

Hello all,

 

I have a 69 convertible. I broke a shock tower on the drivers side after locking up the brakes to avoid a deer. It is broke due to rust and a halfa-- repair from the prior owner. I have to replace it.

 

I have decided to pull the engine and replace any and all bad areas in the engine compartment, and if im going to that extreme I would probably replace the other shock tower as well.

 

I had plans to to put a rack and pinion set up on this car. Now that I have to cut out shock towers Im leaning towards a Mustang II IFS from Heidts or RC motorsports. The cost would be more with the same labor but it would seem I would be getting a much better return. The job seems fairly straight forward and I have the skills/tools to make it happen.

 

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[rwcstang 203]

I herd Heidts is really good, but some ppl dislike the mustang II suspension.

 

ppl tend to go with TCP kit

 

I for one might go with the AJE engineering suspension but they're are so many kits available now it all depends on how big your pocket book is.

[swhite832 10]

The TCP kit bolts up to the original shock towers(if I read it right). I wonder if that is why they "tend" to be more preferred. At least one of my shock towers has to be replaced, if not both. I believe the labor will be the same, whether I put in new shock towers or replace with panels.

I guess my question in the end is; Which one will be more reliable and perform better after installation.

[StephenC 10]

I just installed a Mustang II IFS in my 69 FB havent gotten it on the road yet so I cant say anything for the ride. But as far as installation goes it is very straight forward. I bought the kit from SpeedWay motors. It uses all the same components as the TCI/Heidts kit just at a much cheaper cost. Mine was around $1300 w/o cross member but thats because I opted for coil over drop spindles 5/8" narrowed tubular control arms and PS. The cross member was another $399 I believe from Heidts. And it comes with every nut and bolt. They offer kits ranging from $999 - $1899 w/o crossmember. Here is the one that at bought at speedway just as a reference. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Mustang-II-Coilover-IFS-w-Tubular-Control-Arms,35674.html