I recently purchased a ‘04 GT and want to replace the suspension as it has around 180,000 miles. Purchased new tires, new clutch. I have several questions. Oh i do have aftermarket oversized alloy wheels. Think they are r17. I assume this would make them harder on any struts i choose. Already have a replacement power steering pump just waiting.
I can get KYB fronts from rock auto for ~220 and i have spring compressors to do the rears.
I have used Monroe’s quickshocks on another car and know they would be too soft. My question is which would you choose?
1. KYB OEM 300 and overhaul the front end.
2. Ksport control coilovers (front spring rate 7, rear 6) for 900 and maybe a rear sway bar.
3. Ksport sport coilovers (front spring rate 8.7, rear 7) for 1200.
I dont know what KYB or oem spring rate is, and i never go to the track, i am considering going with the control coilovers.
I do have young boys and i think the sport coilovers would be too stiff.
Also, i like the ride height adjustments that the coilovers offer as the car does sit higher because of the oversized wheels and man does it have body roll.
Thanks.