Is MagneRide a must have?

[lugbolt]

One thing worth mentioning is the replacement cost. Non magneride struts typically come in about $120 each (rear anyway), with the MR struts being about 3x that. Each.

sometimes that's not an issue. But I keep my cars longer than most people do and that stuff IS an issue worth thinking about.

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[gone_n_60]

Something else to consider with MR is, if you ever upgrade half shafts to GForce, DSS or Ford Performance, the half shaft dust boots can make contact with the MR shock body and potentially rub through them.

In addition to the wide range of adjustability, clearance from aftermarket half shafts was also a huge selling point for me to go with inverted Vikings. There’s plenty of clearance now. Just wanted to make sure folks were aware of this, if you guys plan to upgrade half shafts.

This can't be a pic of a real car! Tell me it's the stock photo from a vendors site, it's spotless.

 

[NGOT8R]

This can't be a pic of a real car! Tell me it's the stock photo from a vendors site, it's spotless.

Lol, yes it’s real. I just have an habit if wiping everything down periodically.

 

[Duece McCracken]

One thing worth mentioning is the replacement cost. Non magneride struts typically come in about $120 each (rear anyway), with the MR struts being about 3x that. Each.

sometimes that's not an issue. But I keep my cars longer than most people do and that stuff IS an issue worth thinking about.

I've heard this point before, but what exactly is the lifespan of a magneride shock/strut? If the lifespan is greater than a standard shock/strut than it offsets the cost somewhat.

Thats the one piece of data I really haven't seen.

 

[ShadesOfBloo]

I would have liked to have MagneRide and active exhaust. It would have cost me another $7000 or so.
I would've also liked a Mach 1, and that would have jacked up the price about $20,000 over what I paid.
So, compared to my idea of a perfect Mustang my GT-PP is 90% of that, with a 33% discount.

As of now I'm more interested in the Mach 1 steering shaft than MagneRide.

 

[Rocket630]

I would vote yes
Drive both cars and you will notice the f difference.

 

[WD Pro]

As of now I'm more interested in the Mach 1 steering shaft than MagneRide.

Doesn't seem like it's a worthwhile mod :

https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/th...t-compensation-pdc.179081/page-2#post-3740817



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[KingKona]

AFAIK, all mustangs have that garbage truck ride. Haha.
IMO magna isn't worth it. unless yer daddy warbucks when they
wear out.

You don't have to be daddy warbucks to replace magnaride shocks/struts.

One thing worth mentioning is the replacement cost. Non magneride struts typically come in about $120 each (rear anyway), with the MR struts being about 3x that. Each.

sometimes that's not an issue. But I keep my cars longer than most people do and that stuff IS an issue worth thinking about.

If you're trying to be cheap, a Mustang isn't the car for you.

Yes, Magneride shocks & struts are $350-$400 a piece. But for what you're getting, that's a very reasonable price. Steeda Pro Action Adjustables are $1,200.00 a set, and aren't adjustable on-the-fly. Another $400 for that capability isn't much.

As far as durability goes; my car has 37K miles on it. The shocks & struts are fine. Working perfectly.

 

[shogun32]

Shocks like brake rotors are consumables.

 

[pozi240]

Unless you plan on replacing your OEM suspension fully (for track or otherwise and won't daily drive it), YES! 1000% yes! MR makes a HUGE difference from either the base or Performance Pkg suspension.
I've owned three S550 Mustangs (19 base 301A car, 21 401A PP car and now a 23 Mach 1 701A). My last two had the MR and it's night and day for daily driveability and smoothness. Everyone that gets in my current car (also Mustang owners) can't believe how nice of driving car it is (and with the flick of a switch, you're ready for track duties). If you go dedicated coilover suspension or similar, you will always have that "harsh" or stiff ride and if you're daily driving the car, it can be a pain (quite literally, LOL). If you're a track junkie and don't daily it, then the MR discussion is moot. I know having had it in my last two S550's and my wife's C8 (and our 24 GT order has it as well), we will never order another car without it. Of course, YMMV.

 

[bloominguez]

I had the opportunity to test drive back to back, with and without MR, in the previous generation. I vote FOR MR. Totally understand if you're going to modify the car not getting it, though.

 

[Lancaster]

I’m not sure if suspension specs are the same in the UK, but in the last month I’ve gone from a GT without MR to a Mach 1 with MR. As others have said, in daily driving you can definitely feel the difference as the MR car is less bouncy and more smooth riding, but I wouldn’t necessarily say it’s night and day. My view is the primary ride is broadly similar but the secondary ride is much improved on the MR car.

For daily driving and a mixture of cruising and high speed driving where you’re not planning to mod your suspension, then I would recommend MR if you can get it. It’s not a deal breaker though and it’s not likely to spoil the enjoyment of your car if you don’t have it, in my opinion.

 

[gone_n_60]

Lol, yes it’s real. I just have an habit if wiping everything down periodically.

Can I bring mine by?LOL

 

[IPOGT]

it's only a must have if you decide it is, most mustangs are not MR equipped.

I had the Bilstein B6 in my 2016 GT and it was the best compromise I could’ve imagined.

 

[chuckhammer]

Another 300A owner here as I also wanted to build it my way. Went with Bilstein B6 dampers paired with Steeda Ultralite Linear 200/800 lowering springs. Great combo. Very settled and tight. Eliminated float, squat, and dive. May swap the swaybars next to really dial it in.

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