• Mustang Forums
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-

03 Gt With Eibach Sport System Plus, Front Sits High, Help!

  • Thread starter Thread starter Shouter
  • Start date Start date Mar 7, 2016

Shouter

Active Member
Jan 25, 2010
47
6
29
Fargo, ND
Mar 7, 2016
#1
  • Mar 7, 2016
  • #1
Yesterday I got my suspension installed. It is a kit from eibach that includes springs, shocks, struts, and sway bars. I got it all installed and I noticed the rear went down a bit, but the front sits pretty high still, even after a drive. I can clench my fist and fit it between the wheel and the fender. So about 4 inches of gap. The kit is supposed to lower the car 2 inches all the way around. I know they say it will settle, but will it settle that much? I used stock isolators all the way around. I am thinking of removing the isolators, as it seems many people have had no problems not running them. But I'm still stumped on the ride height. Any help is appreciated.




Sent from my HTC6525LVW using Tapatalk
 

mogs01gt

Founding Member
Jul 22, 2002
3,113
30
119
Ohio
Mar 7, 2016
#2
  • Mar 7, 2016
  • #2
I have the same front set up and there is no way I can fit more than 2 fingers between my tire and fender. You sure the springs are clocked correctly in the front?
 

Shouter

Active Member
Jan 25, 2010
47
6
29
Fargo, ND
Mar 7, 2016
#3
  • Mar 7, 2016
  • #3
mogs01gt said:
I have the same front set up and there is no way I can fit more than 2 fingers between my tire and fender. You sure the springs are clocked correctly in the front?
Click to expand...
Are you running Isos up front? I probably have them clocked wrong. I might go to my garage tonight and check it out. It's 45minutes away, but it's really bothering me.

Sent from my HTC6525LVW using Tapatalk
 

Shouter

Active Member
Jan 25, 2010
47
6
29
Fargo, ND
Mar 8, 2016
#4
  • Mar 8, 2016
  • #4
I drove to my garage and tore the front suspension apart again after work today. Started on it at 6:30, and had it sitting back on the wheels at 8. I am thoroughly embarrassed to admit the issue with the front suspension. Apparently, in my tired state, as I installed the springs the first time, I didnt pay attention to the fact that the stock springs had rusted into 2 pieces. When I pulled the stock spring out, the last coil was still rusted to the A-arm on both sides. Such a stupid thing. I blame it on the beer. But now it sits damn nice. I have no isolators installed up front, and now the front sits lower than the rear. I think I might pull the isolators out of the rear springs as well.

Here are some pictures of how it sits now.




 

mogs01gt

Founding Member
Jul 22, 2002
3,113
30
119
Ohio
Mar 9, 2016
#5
  • Mar 9, 2016
  • #5
LoL got to pay attention when you're tearing off old rusty parts!!! I have the iso's removed on all 4 corners.

stop finger bangin your car!
 

Shouter

Active Member
Jan 25, 2010
47
6
29
Fargo, ND
Mar 9, 2016
#6
  • Mar 9, 2016
  • #6
Yea I learned that! I am going to remove the rear Isos this weekend.

Hey at least I'm doing it right and using 2...

Sent from my HTC6525LVW using Tapatalk
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

E
Chasing Vacuum leak 99 GT
  • EBNS_2005
  • May 2, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
2
Views
230
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- May 3, 2026
X-cam34
X
L
Engine 85 GT Excessive Idle
  • lutzkecj
  • Sep 18, 2026
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
5
Views
265
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Sep 21, 2026
86HO5.0
8
S
Car shakes when taking off help???
  • STANKYstangs
  • May 10, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
12
Views
459
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- May 27, 2026
LILCBRA
What's it Worth? 2000 GT
  • Mustang5L5
  • May 8, 2026
  • What is it Worth?!?!?
Replies
6
Views
446
What is it Worth?!?!? Jun 13, 2026
KRUISR
P
2002 T5 transmission vibration issue
  • puffoo
  • Feb 22, 2026
  • SN95 V6 Mustang Tech
Replies
0
Views
249
SN95 V6 Mustang Tech Feb 22, 2026
puffoo
P
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?