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I think i have the upper brace already
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almost absolutely sure i dont have the bottom one, which i found for under $50. Im not sure if the firewall connector is there with the upper brace.

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I think i have the upper brace already
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almost absolutely sure i dont have the bottom one, which i found for under $50. Im not sure if the firewall connector is there with the upper brace.

-paul
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Yes it appears you do have the K-brace and firewall connector (they come together). That's good. The lower one adds some stiffness there and makes oil changes quite a bit easier.
 
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Awesome. Ill add the lower brace to my amazon order, strangely thats where i found it for about $50...

link https://www.amazon.com/Ford-Engine-...=fr3z5025a&qid=1561145228&s=automotive&sr=1-1

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Also, does the cradle lock out kit really require an alignment? Thanks!
Technically, no. All the suspension mounting points mount to the cradle itself. There is some risk you will mis-align the cradle slightly while doing it. There are alignment dowels available from Steeda specifically for the CB005 for $40, which makes it simple. You would probably owe it to yourself to consider a better-than-OE alignment, too.

With that cradle brace you need the fasteners and the closeout panel mentioned in the linked thread I showed you. It's not compatible with the closeout panel you have.
 
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Technically, no. All the suspension mounting points mount to the cradle itself. There is some risk you will mis-align the cradle slightly while doing it. There are alignment dowels available from Steeda specifically for the CB005 for $40, which makes it simple. You would probably owe it to yourself to consider a better-than-OE alignment, too.

With that cradle brace you need the fasteners and the closeout panel mentioned in the linked thread I showed you. It's not compatible with the closeout panel you have.

Is the closeout panel required? What exactly does it do?

I cant find that panel anywhere.
 

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Is the closeout panel required? What exactly does it do?

I cant find that panel anywhere.
First post in the thread I linked has the panel part number and fasteners required.

The panel is compatible with the lower brace and gives a flap for oil filter access.
 

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I have the Pedders extreme and they arent horrible (I use the car on track about 90% of the time).

If I hadn't got things at a great discount, I'd have done the FP track dampers (550 dollars from Autonation White Bear Lake) and BMR handling springs. Add in Camber plates and you are about about 1100 dollars. Rates are 250F, 980R and very balanced.

Very balanced system.

I have the Pedders, but the 391F, 782R spring rates are not very balanced. As a matter of fact, I'm pairing 1300lb/in rear springs with the front setup to get better balance.

TLDR: Get FP track dampers, BMR Handling series springs and Camber plates of your choice.
This will be my very first time posting on this forum. Ive been trying to do the same thing, swapping out the rear springs. I have zero clue as to where to find better and higher rate springs. I was looking into adding the steeda adjustable hright rear spring kit. Would you mind helping me out, where can i purchase a spring thatll fit the pedders coilovers?
 

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This will be my very first time posting on this forum. Ive been trying to do the same thing, swapping out the rear springs. I have zero clue as to where to find better and higher rate springs. I was looking into adding the steeda adjustable hright rear spring kit. Would you mind helping me out, where can i purchase a spring thatll fit the pedders coilovers?
@strengthrehab purchased the Mike Maier Inc rear ride height adjusters with 1300 lb rear springs. They're pretty nifty as far as the adjustment goes, to where I may honestly pick up a set myself with 1000-1100 lb springs. I think the 7" free height hyperco is likely the one to get if you want stockish ride height (or within 0.5"). The 6" free height will have drops in the 1" range.
 

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Thanks to all who have replied. My build is on hold as I've been hospitalized indefinitely. I'll chime in when I'm well enough to go play

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