Its all about the stance on my Fox Cobra

[dave96dcm]

It is very do able, the reason that most people don't do it is because the stock suspension is not that bad, when you compare it to older cars that had crap, those are the cars that everyone replaces everything.

[MSM69Z28]

i do have an 8-point cage i just finished. the rear is an 8.8 with modified internals. it has an auburn posi, 3.73's, 31 spline moser axles with 5 lug and stock cobra disk brake set up. in order to fit the 345/30s, i had to relocate where the lower control arms mounted to the axle tubes. cut off the factory mounts on the axle tubes, and put some custom brackets which were moved in about 4". i'm using tubular / spherical rod end upper and lower controls. the rear frame rails were cut out and re-routed to provide enough room, but they do tie back into the original frame rails in front and behind the rear end. its still basically a stock 4-link set up but now provides more clearance for the steam rollers.

i have everything on my site. here is a link to a vid i posted on my documented build on "theturboforums".

http://boostedhorsepower.com/MySite/...braRebuild.wmv

thanks,

michael

[MODO Innovations]

Nice project. Keep us up to date.

have you tried griggs suspension? they claim you can use a 315 tire, would save you alot of work since its a bolt in.The stock mustang style suspension work very well with the right parts.


http://www.griggsracing.com/index.ph...4325_2015_3260

[MSM69Z28]

have you tried griggs suspension? they claim you can use a 315 tire, would save you alot of work since its a bolt in.The stock mustang style suspension work very well with the right parts.


http://www.griggsracing.com/index.ph...4325_2015_3260

pic of your suggestion:


very interesting. i never saw this before. basically converts to an IFS without chopping the frame or shock towers. the link you provided lists for $550, but doesn't list what is included. I believe this may only be the coilover tower. i assume one would need the complete kit which lists for $2400 (http://www.griggsracing.com/product_...roducts_id=427) :

Tubular K Member
Bump Steer Kit
Aluminum Rack Bushings
MFA 2000 Series Front Control Arms
Urethane Control Arm Bushings
Camber Caster Plates
2.5 x 12 275# Springs
Front Coil-Over Kit
Koni Red Struts
Short Driving Link Set

is that the way you guys read it? Not a bad option which would allow me to avoid chopping out the current frame rails and shock towers. love the idea of the 315s, but gotta believe the steering would be limited as I would think they would rub the frame rails on street applications. could be wrong. i need to call griggs and find out.

thanks for bringing this option to my attention!!

thanks,

michael

[awr68]

Looks good! Keep the pics and updates coming!!

[Ummgawa]

Where abouts in Atlanta do you live? We have a few here (including myself)

[wiedemab]

I looked at the Griggs once upon a time.

Here is the link to the entire front suspension kit.

http://www.griggsracing.com/product_...roducts_id=453

A little pricey for my blood, but nice all the same. You would know for sure that it was designed specifically for the application - that's a plus. It all depends on the trade-off between the labor required to install the Alston or AME front clip. I know the AME is about $2500 for the front IFS kit.

[TonyG]

cool car.. love the mini-tub...

now for the front suspension. UPR has a tubular K member with all the goodies for a great price. this is a way better option than cutting it up. I would have probably never done the mini-tub on a 93 COBRA... but then again, it is not my car. You shouldn't have a problem with the 275/35/18. Try a 265/35/18. that is the size I run on the front of my 96 Cobra. Mine has all the simple stuff: springs, adj. struts and shocks, bump steer kit, steeda X2 balljoints, poly endlinks and sway bar bushings, UPR upper and lower control arms in rear, and Subframe connectors.

also, if you are looking for excellent package deals for the front, check out www.maximummotorsports.com they have real great race proven pieces.

good luck!

[steemin]

Subscribing...
That looks great.
The fox platform is ideal for a a Pro-Touring car.
Those big meats look Bad A$$ under that car..
Scott