There is no better time to be a Mustang enthusiast than in today's world of American performance. As of
right now, the Mustang is at an all-time high in performance styling, and power from the factory. But,
that doesn't mean there isn't still room for improvement. Every Mustang enthusiast can be hard to please
when it comes to handling, style, and ride height. Coil-overs take care of all three of these areas, due
to
the functionality of ride height adjustment on the fly along with dampening control. Coil-overs are a suspension system that replaces the factory shock and strut assembly that combines both
the spring and shock into one monotube assembly. Unlike a strut assembly, in a coil-over, there is one
solid assembly consisting of the perch, spring, shock, and strut assembly all in one. What this does is
allow you to have a suspension system that is a direct bolt-in replacement, along with offering plenty
of
adjustabilities within the assembly itself. Since the inception of Steeda over 30 years ago, we have
been
perfecting our Pro Action
coilovers. In order to help our customers gain
the edge over the
competition at every level - whether it be on the street or at the track! Most all coil-over systems are engineered with a monotube design in mind. This is referring to the
spring and shock combined as one unit. As it refers in the name “Mono” meaning one. This design
gives the coil-over assembly a much more rigid design, to allow your Mustang to tollerate harder turn-in
at the apex of every corner. For Mustang enthusiasts, there is a constant debate if shocks & struts versus coilovers would be the
superior
suspension system in the world of Mustang performance. This debate is very subjective because each
enthusiast has a different set of suspension goals, such as the vehicle's primary use - the
street, track or both. With the amount of technology and engineering that is available today, it is no wonder that a shock and
strut system can go toe to toe with a set of coilovers. With the ability to have a wide range of options
such as spring rate, dampening, and specified singular ride height, it makes complete sense that Mustang
enthusiasts looking for an all-in-one performance suspension solution are purchasing this combination
today. One of the biggest benefits that a shock and strut
assembly can offer is bang-for-the-buck. The price point a shock and strut and lowering spring combination offers is going to be substantially
more
cost-effective option in comparison to a coil over setup. So, for the enthusiast who just purchased
their next Mustang and wants to get their car handling like its on rails without the nuisance of
multiple adjustment points, a good set of dampers and lowering springs is
the perfect solution for them. Another great advantage that a shock and strut assembly provides is
the ability to choose between three different spring types; linear,
progressive, and dual-rate. Where coilovers have the advantage is in the adjustability among ride height, compression, and
rebound. This is where a shock and strut assembly falls short due to the singularity of the shock
compression and spring ride height. Unlike a shock and strut assembly, coilovers can be a bit more on
the
expensive side due to the extra parts, added adjustability and monotube design. But, where they are very
much alike is in the
choice of spring rates. Enthusiasts have the choice on to decide on their desired spring rate for either
application to fine tune their suspension setup. Enthusiasts will more often decide to put a set of coil-overs on their Mustang for various reasons such
as drivability, longevity, and to get the most out of there entire suspension system. They also add
crucial stability in order to help put all your horsepower to the pavement. While a strut can only of
provide one singular adjustment due to the singular spring spacing, shock rebound, and strut height.
This can be
tricky because most enthusiasts today are looking to get the best of both worlds for their suspension.
A coil-over can fix these problems, because it is designed and engineered to give the user a complete
customizable experience. This means a few things such as ride height, dampening rebound, and
camber adjustment. These
attributes are some of the main reasons why Mustang enthusiasts will choose a coil-over over a strut
assembly. In racing applications, coil-overs offer the enthusiast the ability to completely dial in the shock
rebound and shock compression. This allows the fluid in the monotube assembly to put a greater or less
than
amount of resistance against the piston within the coil-over monotube shock assembly. A coil-over isn’t just designed and engineered to get the perfect stance. They are designed so that they
can help your Mustang gain maximum cornering ability while reducing body roll and flexing. Think of it
this way,
when you turn into a hair-pin corner your stock suspension is going to want to push, because the stock
spring has
only a certain amount of spring rate engineered into it from the factory. A coil-over solves this
problem
due to the monotube design. Plus coil-overs offer the choice of spring rates across the board, so you
can tailor your springs to the desired application. This design is unique because it combines all the pieces within a strut together as one. Now while you
enter that same corner with a set of coil-over installed on your Mustang,coil-over is going to offer
reduced resistance that the car is pushing down to the road because of
gravity forcing it down. Today most coil-overs offer up to thirty ways of adjustment, this shock tuning
can be made by a
dial that is either located at the bottom or top of the monotube assembly. You can either tune for a
softer ride or a much harsher ride. Most enthusiasts seek a middle ground in order to be able to take
their Mustang out on the street or at the track. Combining coil-overs with a set of Steeda sway bars
and vertical links will only enhance the performance from your coil-over suspension setup. Among the many attributes that coilovers provide to Mustang owners. Ride height adjustment has to be one
of the biggest reasons and benefits enthusiasts upgrade to a coilover system. Besides the fact that
they offer you to fine-tune your suspension, dampening, and adjustment. Ride height gives the user the
ability to change the look of your Mustang at a moment’s notice. Changing your ride height on your Mustang can be for many reasons such as dialing in the right amount of
suspension travel for the road course. Getting the car ready for the big car show that is coming up to
show off your new wheels. Finally getting the perfect combination of ride height and damping for the
best of both worlds whether it is the street or the track. There are many reasons to purchase coil-overs as they add a complete host of customizable options to dial
in the perfect setup for your suspension goals. From the monotube design to the more compact design.
Coil-overs host more options for the true Mustang enthusiast to enjoy from such as: No matter what type of coilover setup you decide, you’ll be adding the absolute best in form and
function to your Mustang. Once installed, it is easy to see that the functionality, performance, and
value is why they are so popular in the Mustang enthusiast community. Steeda has the knowledge,
experience, and expertise to get you into the coilover system. Call one of our performance
specialists today to get yours! See the diagram below to learn more about coilover functions and components:
Benefits Of Adding Coil Overs To Your Mustang
What Are Coil Overs?
Shock & Struts vs Coilovers
Reasons To Add Coil Overs
Form & Function
Ride Height Adjustment
Why Buy Coil Overs?
Ride Height
Monotube Construction
Dampening Tuning
Spring Rate
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