Lowering a Magneride Ecoboost

[RichBrew]

aren't they like $500?

More like $1,200. Whats your point?

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[Cardude99]

More like $1,200. Whats your point?

He must have a money tree in the back yard.

 

[lostlocalhost]

I have the Steeda MR springs on my EBPP. The drop wasnt quite an inch, and i used a 1/8" spacer in the back to try to keep the back from being lower than the back. Not really happy with the amount of drop. The EB starts with smaller diameter tires than the GT so it needs more drop to fill the gap, unless you want to switch to taller tires. When i started looking, I didn't find the Pedders, but i did find them recently. Ive been considering switching to them to see if i got a better drop with them than the Steeda.

Thank you, this is what I was hoping to see! The car looks great, and I think I notice a difference, but I'm not sure if that's worth the cash for what I'd like on mine.

 

[TicTocTach]

More like $1,200. Whats your point?

For the rotors and the calipers, right? Looks like the calipers alone are sub-$300/ea if you shop around. Link to Steeda rotor thread: Group buy on Steeda 2-Piece Rotors!

 

[RichBrew]

For the rotors and the calipers, right? Looks like the calipers alone are sub-$300/ea if you shop around. Link to Steeda rotor thread: Group buy on Steeda 2-Piece Rotors!

I've seen the calipers at around $220*, but most of the sites neglect to tell you that there's also a $50 core charge. Also, the stock rotors wont work with the new calipers, new splash shields are needed, lew lines that will fit the Brembos, new crush washers when you replace, etc. Also planning to replace the brake lines and get the Steeda ones for front and rear.

This is probably the best complete kit I've seen.
https://www.levittownfordparts.com/ford-performance-mustang-piston-front-brake-p-7545.html

Those Steeda rotors are over $1200 for a set by themselves. Damn nice, but I can't spend that on rotors any time soon.

*Edit: typo on the price.

 

[TicTocTach]

I've seen the calipers at around $320, but most of the sites neglect to tell you that there's also a $50 core charge. Also, the stock rotors wont work with the new calipers, new splash shields are needed, lew lines that will fit the Brembos, new crush washers when you replace, etc. Also planning to replace the brake lines and get the Steeda ones for front and rear.

This is probably the best complete kit I've seen.
https://www.levittownfordparts.com/ford-performance-mustang-piston-front-brake-p-7545.html

Those Steeda rotors are over $1200 for a set by themselves. Damn nice, but I can't spend that on rotors any time soon.

That looks like a really nice kit. The $300-ish mentioned in the Steeda rotor thread apparently includes the $50 core charge, that said, the Levittown kit price is pretty nice for fresh new parts. I see rotor/caliper kits from the Shelby shop for ~$600 on a pretty regular basis, but those are still used parts. Lightly, but still... I’m in no hurry to upgrade to heavier rotors, but I know my track day experiences are going to be limited if I ever go.

 

[RichBrew]

That looks like a really nice kit. The $300-ish mentioned in the Steeda rotor thread apparently includes the $50 core charge, that said, the Levittown kit price is pretty nice for fresh new parts. I see rotor/caliper kits from the Shelby shop for ~$600 on a pretty regular basis, but those are still used parts. Lightly, but still... I’m in no hurry to upgrade to heavier rotors, but I know my track day experiences are going to be limited if I ever go.

I've seen the Shelby takeoffs too. Great deal. Too bad they haven't done a Bullit. If they were red I'd be all in. But I don't trust my painting skills, and if i pay for refinishing, it ends up more expensive than new.

 

[shogun32]

optimum performance had a kit and you could choose any of the 3 colors, but I don't see it on their page anymore. Call up Levvit and ask them to swap out the gray caliper for the red or black ones. There might be a $50 upcharge/per.

https://parts.levittownfordparts.co...0l-v8-gas-engine/brakes-cat/front-brakes-scat
the calipers are $150 each, the red ones $220.

 

[Cardude99]

Thought I'd update. I put a rather long post in the suspension section but to sum it up. Dual rates are a great setup for magneride. The drop is minimal as described in prior posts, but that only matters if your going for looks. I'm happy with the minimal drop and will be throwing a set of 275.40r19 tires on to further help fill in the gap that's left.

Keep in mind that magneride dampers are designed for a stock ride height which is why Steeda springs are less than a 3/4 in drop. The dampers can handle that but going much lower could create problems down the road. For as much as the system cost I would not recommend rolling the dice on anything lower than 3/4 of and inch. Heck even BMR springs don't go lower. Just food for thought.

 

[TicTocTach]

Thought I'd update. I put a rather long post in the suspension section but to sum it up. Dual rates are a great setup for magneride. The drop is minimal as described in prior posts, but that only matters if your going for looks. I'm happy with the minimal drop and will be throwing a set of 275.40r19 tires on to further help fill in the gap that's left.

Keep in mind that magneride dampers are designed for a stock ride height which is why Steeda springs are less than a 3/4 in drop. The dampers can handle that but going much lower could create problems down the road. For as much as the system cost I would not recommend rolling the dice on anything lower than 3/4 of and inch. Heck even BMR springs don't go lower. Just food for thought.

Probably a good move on the 40's vs. 35's. The 35's are slightly shorter than the 255/40 OEM tires, and I didn't think it would have been enough to notice... but it was. Not really noticeable to the unwashed masses, but you'll see it.

 

[Cardude99]

Probably a good move on the 40's vs. 35's. The 35's are slightly shorter than the 255/40 OEM tires, and I didn't think it would have been enough to notice... but it was. Not really noticeable to the unwashed masses, but you'll see it.

Ya that is what I was worried about. I tried to look at as many photos as I could and the 35's did look a tad on the small side. Now in your case for your track setup no biggy, but for everyday I think the 40's will look a lot better. Fingers crossed though.

 

[lostlocalhost]

Thought I'd update. I put a rather long post in the suspension section but to sum it up. Dual rates are a great setup for magneride. The drop is minimal as described in prior posts, but that only matters if your going for looks. I'm happy with the minimal drop and will be throwing a set of 275.40r19 tires on to further help fill in the gap that's left.

Keep in mind that magneride dampers are designed for a stock ride height which is why Steeda springs are less than a 3/4 in drop. The dampers can handle that but going much lower could create problems down the road. For as much as the system cost I would not recommend rolling the dice on anything lower than 3/4 of and inch. Heck even BMR springs don't go lower. Just food for thought.

Thanks for the feedback! Have any pics?

 

[Cardude99]

Thanks for the feedback! Have any pics?

I should have some this weekend. Getting new wheels and tires put on tomorrow as long as the tires arrive

 

[Schwerin]

I went FP on my BULLITT.

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