Essential Finishing Touches for Your Fox Body Mustang Build
So, we showed you many of the chassis and suspension upgrades available from us here at Steeda in the previous article, so now weāll show you the components that are sure to be the cherry on top and help you finish your Fox Body Mustang. Sometimes weāre not just all about performance, we also want your Fox Mustang to look good while passing your opponents on the track. We also recognize the retro-style of the current Fox Body Mustang hobby. Steeda was there when these retro-based additions were new on the market. Using our over 35 years in the Mustang performance business, we know what works, what looks great and the components that stand the test of time. With Steeda, our components are designed to enhance both the performance of your Fox Body Mustang project, as well as, add timeless looks to the exterior.
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Strut Tower Brace
One component we couldāve showcased in the chassis and suspension update, Steeda's strut tower brace (555-5707) not only improves cornering performance, but it also looks good doing it, improving the looks of your Fox Body Projectās underhood appearance. Our strut tower brace is made from 4130N Chrome-moly alloy steel, making them more than twice as strong as other bars on the market without adding any additional weight. If you're looking for increased performance and the best strength-to-weight ratio of any brace in the industry, this is the one you need. Tests show that without a strut tower brace, shock towers flex up to a Ā¼-inch during hard cornering, but Steeda's strut tower brace strengthens the front of your car, eliminating suspension flex and cowl shake, while improving steering response and handling. Our strut tower brace, when teamed with our subframe connectors and G-Trac brace, will make huge difference in the feel of hatchback and convertible models.
Billet Aluminum Pedal Covers
Moving inside the cabin of a Fox Body Mustang project, our billet aluminum pedals covers look great, and give you a better foot hold for improved heel-toe downshifting and better driving confidence. The new pedals are engraved with the Steeda logo for a distinctive look and are available in three and four pedal sets (includes the dead pedal cover). They attach easily over the factory pedals and come with mounting hardware and instructions. These pedal covers are made from high-quality billet aluminum and can take a beating.
Steeda Graphics
One of the best ways to dress up the exterior of your Fox Body Mustang project is by utilizing one of our Steeda Decal Kits. Our decal kits come in all forms, from single stickers to full kits featuring a windshield banner, side and rear Steeda decals, G-TRAC Suspension decals and Steeda Oval Emblem(s). Order a complete decal kit to give your car the authentic Steeda look, or individual decals to suit your taste. When ordering your Steeda sticker or decal kit, specify your Fox Body Mustangās year, model and color, so we can perfectly match you with the right decals for your application.
Tri-Ax Shifter
With a Steeda Tri-Ax shifter bolted to the T5 transmission in your Fox Body Mustang project, everyone will know you have performance on your mind. The Tri-Ax shifter re-invented the short throw shifter for the Fox Body Mustang. This shifter is CNC-machined from billet 6061 T-6 aluminum and has a heavy duty construction and design. It has a nickel plated pivot shaft so it will not rust or stain. Also, the Tri Ax shifter uses durable Grade 8 and stainless steel hardware for long lasting performance. This shifter comes with our Exclusive BootGuard, which prevents damage and degradation to the factory inner boot. This shifter is the smoothest, most comfortable, quickest shifting, shortest throw shifter on the market. The short throw shifter incorporates adjustable positive stops which prevent overextending the shift lever, preventing costly transmission damage. The T-5 does not have internal stops, so if shifting too hard, the shift forks can bend, causing internal damage to the transmission. These adjustable positive stops keep that from happening to keep you on the road.
Cowl Hood
We would be remiss if we didnāt mention adding a cowl hood to the exterior of your Fox Body Mustang project. A cowl hood might as well have been a factory option back in the day. If you saw a Fox Mustang, it had a cowl hood on it. We have them in all variety of heights, from 2-, 3-, and 4-inch versions. Adding a fiberglass cowl hood can take 24 pounds off your car where it matters most. The 'Standard' open rear cowl lets out hot air to keep the engine compartment cool. The "Louvered" hood lets high pressure air escape from under the hood, reducing lift and increasing high speed stability. Made from sturdy fiberglass, our cowl hoods won't flex or wrinkle like others on the market. Our hoods are available with a smooth gelcoat, which requires minimal work before color-matching it to your existing paint. Just scuff it, paint it, and bolt it on.
Rear Aero Spoiler
Last, but not least, and back by popular demand, Steeda's trademark rear spoiler is the best blend of functional aerodynamics and distinctive styling. With so many Fox Body Mustang projects going in the direction of retro builds, our rear spoiler harkens back to the days when 5.0L pushrod Fox Mustangs dominated the streets. This unique spoiler extends the rear airfoil by several inches to trap high pressure air over the rear decklid, increasing stability and control, but unlike most aftermarket spoilers or wings, our competition-tested design increases downforce without increasing drag. The clean, crisp styling is different enough to stand out in a crowd, yet subtle enough to never go out of style. Our Steeda rear spoiler is an easy 20-minute, direct bolt-on for all 1987-1993 LX hatchbacks. It also fits all 1979-1993 hatchbacks including GTs with minor modifications. Our Steeda rear spoiler comes with the opening for the 3rd brake light used on 1987-1993 LX and 1986 GT models.
If you are looking for an even sleeker design to make everyone's head turn, then the carbon fiber version of our rear aero spoiler is for you!
