Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

Mach1Speed03 · 05-02-2007, 07:43 PM

Hey,
I was thinking about getting the Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) from www.mustangtuning.com, for my 03 mach 1. I was curious to see if anyone got it done and if they liked it. help.

Thanks.

vadermach · 05-02-2007, 09:29 PM

I have bilstein HD shock/strut kit for my 03 mach which is lowered on steeda sport springs. I love the setup. The ride is just a little more firm than stock but the bilsteins give you great control. I got mine through stangsuspension.

http://www.stangsuspension.com/

Mach1Speed03 · 05-02-2007, 10:06 PM

Do u have stock wheels. cause iv heard people say that if i lower the car the wheel well will overlap the tire and not look right. ( $1500 plus install. is it worth it. really)

TR04MACH · 05-02-2007, 10:27 PM

1500? Where are you looking at? The strut/shock package runs about 600 or less everywhere i know of. Stangsuspension has it for 528 http://www.stangsuspension.com/store...?idproduct=842 its the route i'm going when i do my coilovers, i just hear great things about them and the performance/comfort mix seems just about right.

j rick kirby · 05-03-2007, 07:39 AM

I used the Bils with the stock springs for a while and it worked well.But the bug bit again so I got some MM R&T springs and now it's great!If you are 1/2 way mechanically inclined you can do the install yourself.

MachingU · 05-03-2007, 09:21 AM

Going off a little bit but how are these compared to the Tokico D-Specs? And does anyone have the D-Specs..Opinions? Sorry no mean to hijack the thread, just I was looking at both of these.

Macho 1 · 05-03-2007, 10:33 AM

[QUOTE=vadermach;788829]I have bilstein HD shock/strut kit for my 03 mach which is lowered on steeda sport springs. I love the setup. The ride is just a little more firm than stock but the bilsteins give you great control.

I have the same setup on my 04 and love them. You should get CC plates also. Are your old struts shot or are you going to lower the car? IMO there is no reason to just change the struts unless the stockers are going bad. The bilsteins are great but the difference in handling between them and the stockers probably aren't worth the expense unless you are going to change the springs out too. You can spend the money on other suspension mods like full length subrame connectors, better LCA etc...

Anyway, changing just the struts out is super easy. Changing out the springs is a bit more complicated but the struts just bolt in at the top and bottom. Just need 1/2" drive socket set, box wrenches, jackstands and floorjack.

RAT · 05-03-2007, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MachingU

Going off a little bit but how are these compared to the Tokico D-Specs? And does anyone have the D-Specs..Opinions? Sorry no mean to hijack the thread, just I was looking at both of these.

I have D-Specs and I really like'm. I'd do a search for more info on the D-Specs. There are several here that have them and with different springs, ect. You will also need to cut holes in the trunk liner to access the rear shocks to make adjustments. I have posted some tips for this and others as well.

There are many post on the D-Specs. Here is one that has pictures so you can see what I mean about the trunk liner and holes to cut.

http://www.mach1registry.org/forums/...hlight=D-Specs

jaydub · 05-03-2007, 12:59 PM

I replaced Tokico 5 way adjustables with the Bilstiens and haven't looked back. The ride is far better.

I think you'll really like them!!

DarkShadow · 05-03-2007, 01:11 PM

Yep, Bilstein coil over kit in front and Bilsteins out back. Very happy!!!

Stangsuspension.com has everything you need :HOPPY:

SnowDeath · 05-03-2007, 10:26 PM

I had Bilsteins front and back with stock springs and they rode very nice and performed well. Now I have the Maximum Motorsports k-member kit in the front running coilovers with the same bilsteins and couldn't be happier (the rear is still stock with bilstein shocks).

1500? Your getting ripped off lol.

Mach1Speed03 · 05-03-2007, 11:16 PM

So get the shock and strut package for 600 or less. dont I need springs and all the other **** to have a complete coilover package. look at stangsuspension.com and look at coil over packages. it says 1500 for bilstein package.

SnowDeath · 05-04-2007, 01:24 AM

Lol I think we were under the impression you were just getting the struts themselves. Yes, you do need all the other stuff if you're going to run coilovers.

Macho 1 · 05-04-2007, 04:59 AM

You never mentioned anything about coil overs. A little bit of info goes a long way. Your link should go to the item you want to talk about, not the home page of the store.

mach1z · 05-05-2007, 11:19 AM

Bilsteins are good quality and nice ride. I have them with steeda sport springs and they are not too stiff, not too soft, just right. The MM-bilstein coilover package is the best, if you can afford it.

GrimlokTT · 05-06-2007, 12:42 PM

I also recommend Bilsteins

05-02-2007, 07:43 PM	#1
Mach1Speed03 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: MD. Posts: 112	Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) Hey, I was thinking about getting the Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) from www.mustangtuning.com, for my 03 mach 1. I was curious to see if anyone got it done and if they liked it. help. Thanks.

05-02-2007, 09:29 PM	#2
vadermach Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Kathleen, GA Posts: 261	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) I have bilstein HD shock/strut kit for my 03 mach which is lowered on steeda sport springs. I love the setup. The ride is just a little more firm than stock but the bilsteins give you great control. I got mine through stangsuspension. http://www.stangsuspension.com/ __________________ Suspension Mods: Steeda Strut Tower brace - Steeda Front swaybar - Bilstein HD struts/shocks - MM Caster/Camber plates - MM RLCAs - MM FLSFCs - MM PHB - MM front coil-overs - MM Torque Arm - MM Rear TA springs Other: FRPP 4.10 gears - TA Diff cover - FR500 Cams - Accufab Throttle body - JBA midlength headers - Matching catted H-pipe - Borla stinger catback - 320rwhp/320tq Fuel mileage: 25city/28hwy

05-02-2007, 10:06 PM	#3
Mach1Speed03 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: MD. Posts: 112	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) Do u have stock wheels. cause iv heard people say that if i lower the car the wheel well will overlap the tire and not look right. ( $1500 plus install. is it worth it. really)

05-02-2007, 10:27 PM	#4
TR04MACH Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Herndon, VA Posts: 541	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) 1500? Where are you looking at? The strut/shock package runs about 600 or less everywhere i know of. Stangsuspension has it for 528 http://www.stangsuspension.com/store...?idproduct=842 its the route i'm going when i do my coilovers, i just hear great things about them and the performance/comfort mix seems just about right. __________________ 2004 Torch Red Mach 1! Eaton Swapped 8psi SLP Longtube Headers SLP Catted Shorty X SLP Powerflo Catback JLT RAI Intake SCT Tune on 4bank chip Nitto DR 275/40/17 MM Lower Control Arms MM Urethane Rack Bushings Hawk HPS Pads w/ MM brake lines MM Full Length Subframes Steeda Tri-ax Sirius For Sale!

05-03-2007, 07:39 AM	#5
j rick kirby Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Winston-Salem,NC Posts: 1,802	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) I used the Bils with the stock springs for a while and it worked well.But the bug bit again so I got some MM R&T springs and now it's great!If you are 1/2 way mechanically inclined you can do the install yourself. __________________ 2003 Azure mach1 5 speed with IUP Maximum Motorsports R&T Box with Torque Arm and lots of other bits and pieces here and there 2012 Candy Red Metalic Premium GT with Brembo/Trak Pak and 373s HPDE Instructor

05-03-2007, 09:21 AM	#6
MachingU Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Sterling Heights, MI Posts: 209	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) Going off a little bit but how are these compared to the Tokico D-Specs? And does anyone have the D-Specs..Opinions? Sorry no mean to hijack the thread, just I was looking at both of these. __________________ 2004 Mustang Mach 1 TR Manual w/ IUP Royal Purple Fluids Steeda Velocity CAI SLP Loudmouth I Catback MGW Short Throw UPR Quick Release Quadrant and Firewall Adjuster CenterForce DF Clutch SSBC Turbo Slotted Rotors Hawk HPS Pads Born On : 11/06/2003

05-03-2007, 10:33 AM	#7
Macho 1 Moose Magnet Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 357	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) [QUOTE=vadermach;788829]I have bilstein HD shock/strut kit for my 03 mach which is lowered on steeda sport springs. I love the setup. The ride is just a little more firm than stock but the bilsteins give you great control. I have the same setup on my 04 and love them. You should get CC plates also. Are your old struts shot or are you going to lower the car? IMO there is no reason to just change the struts unless the stockers are going bad. The bilsteins are great but the difference in handling between them and the stockers probably aren't worth the expense unless you are going to change the springs out too. You can spend the money on other suspension mods like full length subrame connectors, better LCA etc... Anyway, changing just the struts out is super easy. Changing out the springs is a bit more complicated but the struts just bolt in at the top and bottom. Just need 1/2" drive socket set, box wrenches, jackstands and floorjack. __________________ 04 Azure Blue Mach 1 K&N CAI, Steeda 2pt strut brace, Sport Springs, U&L Rear CA, & Tri-ax Shifter, SS Brakelines, X2 Balljoints and Adj Tie rods. Fiore Quadrant & MM CC Plates, HD Bilsteins, Roy's 1/2" spacer, XCal2, 17"x9" wheels, Bassani catted X, Magnaflow Catback RWHP: 285 @5100, FWTQ: 351@4300, FWHP 335@6100

05-03-2007, 12:59 PM	#9
jaydub Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Rafael, CA (SF Bay Area) Posts: 469	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) I replaced Tokico 5 way adjustables with the Bilstiens and haven't looked back. The ride is far better. I think you'll really like them!! __________________ Mine: 2007 Shelby GT - California Edition White/Gray 5 spd Son's: 2006 Tungsten Gray Coupe V-6/ Charcoal 5 spd IUP Pony Package Traded in: 2004 Azure Blue 5 spd IUP 281 Cobra Jet

05-03-2007, 01:11 PM	#10
DarkShadow Oops...it's a GT500 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: MACHachusetts Posts: 908	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) Yep, Bilstein coil over kit in front and Bilsteins out back. Very happy!!! Stangsuspension.com has everything you need :HOPPY: __________________ 2007 GT500, black, stripe delete Traded: 03 DSG 5 Spd, Slightly Procharged!!!

05-03-2007, 10:26 PM	#11
SnowDeath Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 521	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) I had Bilsteins front and back with stock springs and they rode very nice and performed well. Now I have the Maximum Motorsports k-member kit in the front running coilovers with the same bilsteins and couldn't be happier (the rear is still stock with bilstein shocks). 1500? Your getting ripped off lol.

05-03-2007, 11:16 PM	#12
Mach1Speed03 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: MD. Posts: 112	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) So get the shock and strut package for 600 or less. dont I need springs and all the other **** to have a complete coilover package. look at stangsuspension.com and look at coil over packages. it says 1500 for bilstein package.

05-04-2007, 01:24 AM	#13
SnowDeath Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 521	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) Lol I think we were under the impression you were just getting the struts themselves. Yes, you do need all the other stuff if you're going to run coilovers.

05-04-2007, 04:59 AM	#14
Macho 1 Moose Magnet Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 357	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) You never mentioned anything about coil overs. A little bit of info goes a long way. Your link should go to the item you want to talk about, not the home page of the store. __________________ 04 Azure Blue Mach 1 K&N CAI, Steeda 2pt strut brace, Sport Springs, U&L Rear CA, & Tri-ax Shifter, SS Brakelines, X2 Balljoints and Adj Tie rods. Fiore Quadrant & MM CC Plates, HD Bilsteins, Roy's 1/2" spacer, XCal2, 17"x9" wheels, Bassani catted X, Magnaflow Catback RWHP: 285 @5100, FWTQ: 351@4300, FWHP 335@6100

05-05-2007, 11:19 AM	#15
mach1z Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Woodstock,GA Posts: 544	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) Bilsteins are good quality and nice ride. I have them with steeda sport springs and they are not too stiff, not too soft, just right. The MM-bilstein coilover package is the best, if you can afford it.

05-06-2007, 12:42 PM	#16
GrimlokTT I looooove me car... Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fairborn, OH Posts: 2,237	Re: Bilstein Shock & Strut Package (94-04) I also recommend Bilsteins

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