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New Suspension Needed. - Oscar The Grouch - 04-29-2007
Just found out my front springs and shocks are broken, both sides.
So happy time begins. What to replace them with...
So i'm looking at 3 options:
1. New stock springs and shocks.
2. SVT upgrade (if there are still any around)
3. Eibach Pro System Plus or performance equivalent.
What do you guys think?
I can't get rid of the car just yet, might be stuck with it for another winter and can't afford a new one just yet.
New Suspension Needed. - NefCanuck - 04-29-2007
If you have any thoughts of getting rid of the car short term, then do nothing other than stock replacement IMO
Why spend $ that you'll never get out of the car when you do sell it?
NefCanuck
New Suspension Needed. - habmann - 04-29-2007
If you're honestly thinking of getting rid of it, but not sure i'd suggest maybe the SVT kit as a good compromise. It won't break the bank, but it'll give you a little bit of an upgrade, drop the car a little bit.
New Suspension Needed. - ZTWsquared - 04-29-2007
If getting rid of the car is the probability then staying stock is your best option ... consider a used set from the wrecker or generic aftermarket.
Oscar The Grouch,Apr 28 2007, 07:15 PM Wrote:Just found out my front springs and shocks are broken, both sides.
So happy time begins. What to replace them with...
So i'm looking at 3 options:
1. New stock springs and shocks.
2. SVT upgrade (if there are still any around)
3. Eibach Pro System Plus or performance equivalent.
What do you guys think?
I can't get rid of the car just yet, might be stuck with it for another winter and can't afford a new one just yet.
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New Suspension Needed. - _JC_ - 04-29-2007
wasent there a recall on this?
New Suspension Needed. - NikiterZTS - 04-29-2007
but as soon as u choose option #3 you'd want to keep the car for more then just one winter :P
stock otherwise
New Suspension Needed. - Oscar The Grouch - 04-29-2007
_JC_,Apr 28 2007, 08:55 PM Wrote:wasent there a recall on this?
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really?
New Suspension Needed. - OAC_Sparky - 04-29-2007
Oscar The Grouch,Apr 28 2007, 10:03 PM Wrote:PM me your VIN, I can check for you tonight._JC_,Apr 28 2007, 08:55 PM Wrote:wasent there a recall on this?
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really?
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New Suspension Needed. - Alec Brandon - 04-29-2007
Yes, there was a recall on the spings only as Ford failed to apply sufficent anti-corrosion material from the factory. The recall only applies in certain provinces.
I had one of my front onces changed as it broke in 2 and damaged the strut.
New Suspension Needed. - oldeguy - 04-30-2007
You can check on line at Ford.ca to see about the recall.Check in the maintenance section. Mine is on the list, if, or when the spring breaks.
New Suspension Needed. - Drivesthebeast - 04-30-2007
If you are gonna keep the car...get the SHM/Multimatic kit, hands down.
New Suspension Needed. - Oscar The Grouch - 05-01-2007
Called the Ford shop today, they're gonna replace the springs under warranty. Yay no money out the door!
New Suspension Needed. - Alec Brandon - 05-01-2007
Oscar The Grouch,Apr 30 2007, 11:07 PM Wrote:Called the Ford shop today, they're gonna replace the springs under warranty. Yay no money out the door!
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You're welcome!
See, not all Focus recalls are bad... though I guess now you're not upgrade the suspension...
New Suspension Needed. - Oscar The Grouch - 05-02-2007
Yeah. Gotta save up money for the real fun project, Stang GT or Mazdaspeed 3.
New Suspension Needed. - yamin - 05-05-2007
Thanks for the info. My wife's ZX3 just broke the front spring so I called the dealer and it goes in Monday. He tolld me that Ford covers them for 10yr/240,000kms.
New Suspension Needed. - thenorm - 05-05-2007
definately find a used set, with whatever option you choose