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    Rollerized Spring Perches?

    Has anyone used the roller spring perches? Are they worth the $250 and why? I completed the Shelby drop and heard they help with the suspension geometry on lowered cars??? My other front suspension parts include 620 springs and Koni shocks. I also boxed my upper and lower control arms for...
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    Total Control Products Rack Questions??

    I am thinking about buying a TCP Power rack. Does the TCP rack have any problems you are are describing?
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    69/70 Mustang Taurus Rack Installation?

    Does the TCP power rack have any of these problems you guys are describing? I am looking to buy one and don't want any issues after spending $2K. Thanks.
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    Total Control Products Rack Questions??

    I have a 1970 Mach 1 and want to install a rack and pinion. It looks like TCP has the best bolt in rack. For those who have the rack on there car, how do you like the it? Any issues? I also need to know if I can expect any clearance issues with long tube headers? Thanks for your help.
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    69/70 Mustang Taurus Rack Installation?

    chepsk8, It doesn't sound like you support this mod too much. Should I save some money and buy a TCP unit? I want the rack to fit and perform well. I need some input from guys like you who have done the mod and can tell me the pro's and con's and if you would do it again. Any favorites...
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    69/70 Mustang Taurus Rack Installation?

    Has anyone completed the Taurus rack and pinion conversion of their 69/70 Mustang? I am looking to complete the modification and need some help. I have the rack but have a few questions about how to make the rack support and a what other parts are needed to make it all work. Please let me...
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    Do I Need To Install A Negative Wedge Kit?

    I have a 1970 Mustang that I installed 620# front coil springs, Koni shocks, and did the Shelby drop. My question is if I need a negative wedge kit as well. What will the kit do for me if performance improvements would be seen? Thanks.
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    1970 Coil Over Springs and Shocks?

    I am thinking about installing coil over springs on my 1970 Mach 1. I currently have a stock setup which includes Mustang's Plus 620# coil springs and Koni shocks with the Shelby drop. I rebuilt the upper and lower control arms with new bushings and also reinforced the control arms by welding...
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    1970 Power Rack and Pinion Steering?

    I am thinking about going back and replacing the standard steering setup on my 1970 Mach 1. I replaced all the components with new parts which include a Flaming River steering box, Flaming River ram cylinder, Flaming River control valve, tie rods, pitman arm, and Global West adjusting sleeves...
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    1 3/4" Header Clearance Problems on a 69-70 Mustang?

    Anyone using 1 3/4" longtube headers on there 351w for a 69-70 Mustang? I need to use 1 3/4" headers for a 393 in my 70 Mustang. I was curious what type of clearance problems I may expierence. I really don't want to remove the shock towers. Thanks.
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    Global West Rear Leaf Springs for 1970 Mustang

    Has anyone ever used the Global West rear leaf springs for there 69 or 70 Mustang? GW claims that you do not need to use traction bars due to their springs control wheel hop. They also claim that if you use the Del-a-Lum bushings, a rear sway bar is not needed. Anyone have any input on this...
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    Rack & Pinion and Coil Over Setup

    If I go with the TCP rack, will I be able to use headers on a 351w for my 1970 Mustang? I will stroke the 351w to a 393 so 1 3/4" headers are needed. I am having a hard time finding 1 3/4" shorties. I only see long tubes. Any issues?
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    Rack & Pinion and Coil Over Setup

    I am thinking about installing a rack and pinion in my 70 Mustang. I am also looking at the coil over setups. I have heard the Flaming River rack and pinion is a problem. Who else is worth looking at? I know TCP and Global West make both the rack & pinion and coil over setups. Has anyone...
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    Who can I buy Total Control Products parts from?

    Anyone know who has reasonable prices for TCP parts? Have they been bought by another company? Are the parts even available? Thanks for the help.
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    metal repair in a tube?

    Metal To Metal from Eastwood. Great stuff!
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    Disc Brakes For 1970 Mustang. Who do I choose?

    I called Baer today. According to them, they have a set that fits the 1970 mustang disc brake spindle.
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    Disc Brakes For 1970 Mustang. Who do I choose?

    I am looking to replace my stock power front disc and drum rear brake setup I my 1970 Mach 1. My choices of course are out of the big three, Baer, Wilwood, and SSBC. I have heard the Bear's are great but are they worth the money? I don't mind spending the $$$ if they are worth it. I will use...
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    Edelbrock Polished Manifolds?

    Has anyone had a problem with their Edelbrock polished manifold looking dull after it heats up? I was thinking about spending the extra $$$ for the polished version of the RPM Air Gap. I heard that after the manifold has heated up over time, that the luster will go away and it will look dull...
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    Has anyone installed the new Tremec TKO in a 69/70 Mustang?

    I am looking at the Tremec TKO 600 tranny for my 70 Mustang. I have heard both ways about having to cut the tunnel to get the pinion angle correct. I am looking for someone who has actually done this modification to help me out. Does anyone know of a good step by step article of how this...
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    When is it necessary to use a scattershield?

    I am building a 393 stroker and thinking about a Tremec TKO 600 tranny. The engine will produce around 500 - 530 HP at the flywheel. It won't be too high revving of an engine. I figure around 6000 - 6500 for the street. I have heard 7000 RPM or more is the magic number. When is it a good...