Advice for budget suspension upgrade (base model '18 GT)

[blueskies925]

Hey y'all,

I really want to upgrade my suspension and wanted to see what are the best options out there for me. I have a 2018 Mustang GT base model, so you can imagine how lacking my handling and driving experience is. I only use it as a daily driver on the streets and highway commuting, however it does get driven hard time to time. As I'm learning and researching more, I realize besides a lowering spring I need upgraded shocks/struts and possibly camber plates or a bolt. Perhaps even sway bars? Anyways what are the best recommended options in my case? I'd like to spend less than 1k on parts, ideally around $500-600 or less if possible, but willing to go around 1k if I have to.
Should I just go with some BMR springs and shocks/struts (not sure which ones) with a camber bolt? Or go for a Pedder coilover kit? Or a Ford Peformance handling pack? Or?

These are what I'm currently looking at:
https://www.americanmuscle.com/bmr-performance-low-springs-1516.html

https://www.steeda.com/Steeda-S550-Mustang-Comfort-Suspension-Package-15-17-555-2407

https://www.americanmuscle.com/ford-performance-street-handing-pack-fb-1516.html

https://www.americanmuscle.com/pedders-extreme-xa-coilovers-1517.html

I really appreciate any feedback and help, thank you!!

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[BmacIL]

BMR SP763 springs and Bilstein B6 shocks and struts. Will ride, handle and look great.

 

[SteedaTech]

I would suggest this package. Great reviews as well!
https://www.steeda.com/Steeda-S550-Mustang-Comfort-Suspension-Package-15-17-555-2407

 

[Bluemustang]

Forget choice #2 and #3. I'd do what @BmacIL suggested except, I would substitute GT350R springs. It will still ride great and a big upgrade to handling. The minimum drop springs would also be nice too. I only mention the R springs to prioritize handling but ride quality is subjective so I won't press it.

 

[Roadway 5.0]

BMR/Steeda minimum drops, Steeda Sports, or Eibach Pros. You choose. I second pairing them with Bilstein B6. Great street setups.

If you want to get more intense, look at Steeda Ultralite, GT350R, or BMR handling springs.

 

[blueskies925]

Anyone have any links for the Bilstein B6 shocks and struts to purchase? I can't seem to find them for my year. Greatly appreciated!

 

[BmacIL]

Anyone have any links for the Bilstein B6 shocks and struts to purchase? I can't seem to find them for my year. Greatly appreciated!

https://www.teambeefcakeracing.com/bilstein-suspension-ford-mustang-2015-2017.html

 

[tj@steeda]

Hey y'all,

I really want to upgrade my suspension and wanted to see what are the best options out there for me. I have a 2018 Mustang GT base model, so you can imagine how lacking my handling and driving experience is. I only use it as a daily driver on the streets and highway commuting, however it does get driven hard time to time. As I'm learning and researching more, I realize besides a lowering spring I need upgraded shocks/struts and possibly camber plates or a bolt. Perhaps even sway bars? Anyways what are the best recommended options in my case? I'd like to spend less than 1k on parts, ideally around $500-600 or less if possible, but willing to go around 1k if I have to.
Should I just go with some BMR springs and shocks/struts (not sure which ones) with a camber bolt? Or go for a Pedder coilover kit? Or a Ford Peformance handling pack? Or?

These are what I'm currently looking at:
https://www.americanmuscle.com/bmr-performance-low-springs-1516.html

https://www.steeda.com/Steeda-S550-Mustang-Comfort-Suspension-Package-15-17-555-2407

https://www.americanmuscle.com/ford-performance-street-handing-pack-fb-1516.html

https://www.americanmuscle.com/pedders-extreme-xa-coilovers-1517.html

I really appreciate any feedback and help, thank you!!

Steeda currently has 15% off ... let me know if I can help assist.

Best Regards,

TJ

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