Uprated Suspension


Viper

Viper

FORD GT OWNER - U.K.
Aug 9, 2008
164
Kent UK
Which is the way to go.

Would like to slightly uprate the suspension but mainly I'd like to lower it and have the ability to fine tune the ride height so that I can still get it up my drive so adjustable is a must.

Whats the recommendation and also a reliable source?

Many Thanks
 
Penske's from T&A
 
Everything you need is here: http://stores.ebay.com/TA-Shocks_W0QQsspagenameZMEQ3aFQ3aSTQQtZkm

If you want to just lower the car, there are the 500 dollar spring perches.

If you want to upgrade, you can start with the non adjustable penskes and go all the way up to triple adjustables. I am probably going with the single adjustables. :cheers
 
Viper



In all honesty I think 3 way adj is overkill for our cars. It's a function of the weight. At 3,800lbs our cars are hardly light.

The 1-way adj are just perfect. It is more important to get the geometry right (caster, toe, camber) and here Alex's experience plays a fundamental role so I would talk to them.

In fact if you are concerned about just lowering the car I would just get some springs and not bother too much with the shocks.

I track the GT and I am on stock shocks. I can see how a little stiffer set up would help the turn in slighllty... but on the road, with over 600hp pushing you and no TC I prefer to keep things (relatively) soft and maximize traction.

I hear you about the ride height, and I thought abt it several times.... but I grate the front spoiler at every sleepy policeman....
 
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Matteo,
I urge all members to support Tom and Alex, they share their knowledge and work our events. Is it fair to take their settings and give the profit to another firm? Please reconsider and support our forum sponsors...... THANKS.
 
Daniel,
I completely agree with you. I never menat to suggest to buy something esle and then profit from Alex and Tom's knowledge. I meant to say that the most important thing in all this is geometry and so one should talk/do business with Alex and Tom as they have developed their knowledge by countless tests.

I see how my 1st sentence might be interpreted that way. I was just stating a fact though as for us Europeans it is much more difficult to get anything quickly and efficiently from the US (from the consolle tray to a pulley to a Borla etc). Plus we have to pay silly shipping rates and taxes on imports. But I never meant to undermine TA.

I am really sorry if it did not transpire from my message.



Anyway here are my thoughts:

1) 3-way adj are overkill for our cars.
2) Geometry set up is much more important.
3) Alex and Tom have the best knowledge on these matters.
4) Deal with them and you will be happy.
 
Thanks Teo, I appreciate the clarification. It is important to this forum that we keep our sponsors alive during these difficult times. Guys like Torrie, Alex and Tom are here for us.
Torrie is shipping all the time his wares all over the world.
 
Daniel

I edited the post. If you want to delete the last 4 posts it may make the thread cleaner.
 
KW automotive list a suspesion kit for the Ford GT (with adjustable compression and rebound dampening).

KW are heavily in to motorsport, and supply major teams with suspension kits, and I think when Roush of UK do their uprated versions of the GT they will use their suspension kits. Phone: +44 870 990 7536 or visit the website at Web: www.kwautomotive.co.uk
 
Thanks for all the kind words about T&A Shocks Guys.
 
I love T&A

Yes, I do!! So does my GT. The difference on the track is tremendous. A much more "planted" feel to the car. Bumps are smoothed out and corner loads minimized - with great feedback. A wise investment.
 
I have the KW var3 adjustable coils on my GT- I put it in just before the end of the season - so didn't have time to tune it properly - however it still feels much better than stick in terms of handling with almost the same level of comfor.
I have read that a british company have made the Avro Ford GT using the KW suspensions - anyone have contact with them - maybe they can share the setup parameters with the community (would save me a lot of time) :)
 
Alex911 said:
I have the KW var3 adjustable coils on my GT- I put it in just before the end of the season - so didn't have time to tune it properly - however it still feels much better than stick in terms of handling with almost the same level of comfor.
I have read that a british company have made the Avro Ford GT using the KW suspensions - anyone have contact with them - maybe they can share the setup parameters with the community (would save me a lot of time) :)
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Alex911

Not trying to be a smart A**, but that why when spending cash on a set of high end dampers. It is best to purchase from a dealer who delivers them already dialed in for you (Calibrated for your specific requirements).
Then you can spend your precious time behind the wheel having fun.

Actually if tuning parts are available for the KW shocks. I can help you shorten the development cycle time.
 
I have the Penske's tuned by Alex on both my cars. They both handle perfectly on both the road & the track without any more adjustments. My cars have had more than enough praise on the track by what I consider some pretty savvy professional drivers behind the wheel. :cheers
 
MODERATORS NOTE
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GENTLEMEN:

As it becomes clear that getting parts for our FGT's will be a major issue, don't you think it pays to keep alive our known source of supply and friends? Tom and Alex developed with Penske the best system, they was supposed to be the exclusive source.

Yeah, I know Eiback, Moton, KW makes parts, but they offer little support.

Keep our team members healthy. If your buying Ford parts from anyone other than Torrie, you are doing yourself and all us other owners a injustice

Thanks.
GOD BLESS AMERICA,
DANIEL
 
Bony, I totally agree with you and Forum etiquette, but can't I support my Ford dealer service department as well?
 
fjpikul said:
Bony, I totally agree with you and Forum etiquette, but can't I support my Ford dealer service department as well?
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I would think so. I you have a Ford dealer nearby that gives you great service and support, why not. If we don't also support the dealerships, Ford wouldn't exist!
 
Ice, I just wanted to get in a big word that I'm sure Bony is looking for in his Funk&Wagnells right now.
 
Frankie..... yes dear,... tests come back from my samples ??? :-) Ok to share them with my forum buddies....

Wait a second, we are hijacking the suspension thread... post the answer on the cancer thread :)
 
Gotta love T&A !!!

I have T&A Penske shocks on all 4 corners! Outstanding feel and handleing.

Chip
 

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