Wheel hop...

[The Rooster]

Well if the parts show up today I'll probably have them installed by the weekend. I'll test and report what its like. I just want to be able to leave a stoplight hard, with tires spinning, and be able to power shift second without feeling like the rearend of the car is going to rip itself off.

Looking at the video that Steeda uses to demonstrate the difference the bushing kit makes I was shocked to see how much movement there is in the rear subframe.

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[GasPedal]

You haven't "launched" your car from a dead stop harshly enough yet. You can expect Ford to provide suspension tuning sufficient to keep wheel hop out of the picture for most kinds of driving "enthusiasm", but not from the harshest and most abusive driving that you encounter on a dragstrip-style start.

There's nothing wrong with keeping your driving below the point where wheel hop starts showing up.


Norm

Thanks! Would there be any benefit/detriment to regular driving with the kit? I don't normally launch hard from a stop - I'll let it roll a bit

 

[LethalBlake]

We have quite a few suspension packages available depending on your goals for the vehicle and power level. We have worked closely with BMR to put together the best possible combinations to provide various options to customers. We currently run the "Bread and Butter" package on our shop car that has run a current best of 9.03 1/4 mile. Feel free to check out the packages here: https://www.lethalperformance.com/s...coyote/suspension-1/suspension-packages-1?p=1

We can also custom build a package if needed. Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions

 

[SteedaTech]

Well if the parts show up today I'll probably have them installed by the weekend. I'll test and report what its like. I just want to be able to leave a stoplight hard, with tires spinning, and be able to power shift second without feeling like the rearend of the car is going to rip itself off.

Looking at the video that Steeda uses to demonstrate the difference the bushing kit makes I was shocked to see how much
movement there is in the rear subframe.

You will be surprised on the improvement that the Steeda IRS brace provide. They are awesome for the drag racers as well as the road racers.
It is the number one selling IRS brace for the S550!

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[DuRsT]

We have quite a few suspension packages available depending on your goals for the vehicle and power level. We have worked closely with BMR to put together the best possible combinations to provide various options to customers. We currently run the "Bread and Butter" package on our shop car that has run a current best of 9.03 1/4 mile. Feel free to check out the packages here: https://www.lethalperformance.com/s...coyote/suspension-1/suspension-packages-1?p=1

We can also custom build a package if needed. Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions

Looks like you only offer drag springs in your packages. Would it work if you used handling springs instead?

 

[LethalBlake]

Looks like you only offer drag springs in your packages. Would it work if you used handling springs instead?

Depends on the package, the street/track packages typically come with handling springs while the street/strip usually come with the drag springs. We can always make changes to springs if needed depending on what you prefer for the use of the vehicle. Feel free to shoot me a PM if you have any other questions or if you need help putting together a package.

 

[tj@steeda]

Can you explain what is wheel hop and why you think the stock is sloppy?

I’ve heard about it since before I bought my car, watched a few videos now that you reminded me again, and I still don't have a good enough grasp on what it is and how it affects my daily driving. I'm getting the fact that it's stiffer - but what wheel hop? And does the stiffness after the kit become harsher on potholes? Assuming there is less play so it gets transferred to the body more

Take a look at this video - this will show you what is taking place when wheel hop is explained:



If we can help assist - let us know!

TJ

 

[tj@steeda]

You will be surprised on the improvement that the Steeda IRS brace provide. They are awesome for the drag racers as well as the road racers.
It is the number one selling IRS brace for the S550!

Steeda Tech

With install video, very straight forward!

https://www.steeda.com/steeda-s550-mustang-rear-irs-subframe-brace-2015-coupe-555-5754.html

 

[OneFordGT]

Im sure its been discussed a few times here but what's the general opinion of wheel hop solutions for the S550? Ive ordered the Steeda bushing supports and Steeda subframe braces (should arrive tomorrow). Hoping for a significant improvement over the sloppy stock set-up. Anybody done this than can comment on their experience? For me its for street use on stock tires (2019 bullitt) I just want to be able to light 'em up when I want to. Cheers

I have had the Steeda IRS Braces for a few years now and they help some. Just installed the BMR CB010 and I can’t even describe how much they tied the rear end together with the rest of the car. Feels like a different car now. If I could start all over again I would have installed the BMR CB010 first (or CB005) and then the Steeda braces. You’ll be happy with what you have coming in the mail.

 

[The Rooster]

Hello Mark,

If you would like us to put a package together for you ... we would be happy to do so, but, why stop there

We can get you into a full Steve McQueen Package!!

Regardless, shoot me an email to [email protected] - depending on what part of Ontario you are in, we have a shop just south of Detroit. May be worth a trip over the boards & get some stuff installed.

Let me know!

TJ

Got everything installed last night. Good fit, bushing spacers and frame braces went in easy. Only thing I'm not ecstatic about is that the drivers side subframe brace is touching the gas tank.... Any comment on that TJ??

Raining here now but hopefully it'll clear up and Il have a chance to try it out later this eve.

 

[OneFordGT]

Got everything installed last night. Good fit, bushing spacers and frame braces went in easy. Only thing I'm not ecstatic about is that the drivers side subframe brace is touching the gas tank.... Any comment on that TJ??

Raining here now but hopefully it'll clear up and Il have a chance to try it out later this eve.

I just had mine off and then back on last night and I had plenty of clearance. Dumb question but did you try loosening it up and adjusting it any?

 

[Enzo]

Hey!

I had everything steeda suspension on my 2016 GT PP1. They made a huge difference on my car, wheel hop was completely eliminated and not only that when launching the car hard it stayed straight in its lane like a bullet. You barely had to correct the steering when launching, it was very impressive! Another thing that made a very big difference for me was when I added the rear Lower control arm spherical bearings, that eliminated a ton of deflection and really allowed for proper tire contact with the ground.

I'll also let you know that I sold my 16 GT and now own a 2018 GT PP1 and I'm going the same exact route again and putting everything steeda back on. Also considering the fact that I had everything put on, the car was very comfortable when taking into consideration how amazing it would handle. I had people who owned porsches that went for a ride and drove it and were stunned at how it handled.

The IRS brace should have clearance from the gas tank, then again not all cars alike. I would check that your gas tank brackets are holding it in proper position.

 

[The Rooster]

wonder if theres a difference to the 2019 gas tank.... Theres no room for adjustment, the bolts all lined up, and although I didn't need to pry anything to fit it was close. Both sides went in the same way, passenger side has approx 1/4" air gap. driver is touching, not hard enough to distort the tank but its right up against the tank.

No Comment TJ??

 

[SteedaTech]

wonder if theres a difference to the 2019 gas tank.... Theres no room for adjustment, the bolts all lined up, and although I didn't need to pry anything to fit it was close. Both sides went in the same way, passenger side has approx 1/4" air gap. driver is touching, not hard enough to distort the tank but its right up against the tank.

No Comment TJ??

I would loosen the bolts up and try to re-position it away from the tank. loosen the single bolt, IRS sub-frame bolt and bracket as well.
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[The Rooster]

I would loosen the bolts up and try to re-position it away from the tank. loosen the single bolt, IRS sub-frame bolt and bracket as well.
Steeda Tech

Tried that during installation... no dice.

Just went for a spin to test; definitely an improvement across the board.
The car feels much tighter, by the seat of the pants I’d have to say the handling has improved. Wheel hop is dramatically reduced; if I leave hard off the line the tires spin without any hop. Still jumping around on a 1-2 power shift but not nearly as bad as stock.
Overall I’m happy with the improvement... already looking towards the next step. What’s the next best addition? Vertical links?

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