Need Help Finding New Shocks Fast.

Thundermouse said:

On these mustangs:
on the front = struts
in the back = shocks
They both perform the same job (dampen the springs) but they are slightly different.

I think you are saying that your front left strut is bent. You could just buy an OEM replacement for the front left and be done with it (cheapest solution), but since you are already lowered, now is as good a time as any to upgrade your shocks and struts.
You should NOT only upgrade the front left strut. That will cause awful handling and tire wear problems. You can upgrade both struts if you want and not upgrade the shocks, but I strongly advise against that: Mustangs come from the factory setup with pretty bad understeer, and upgrading the struts without upgrading the shocks will make your car have even worse understeer.
I suggest upgrading your shocks and struts. I've never heard of anyone buying suspension parts through tirerack, but a deal is a deal - just make sure the part # is the right one (i.e. check it with manufacturer's guide).
KYB is fine, along with the others that have been mentioned: tokico, bilstein, and koni.
You do not have to buy any other parts... purchasing new struts and shocks will bolt right on to the car.

One other thing to consider: This sounds like a pretty bad wreck! I have seen mustangs get totaled from front end collisions and damage from the impact not coming close to reaching the strut. If your collision did bend the strut, I would take a good eye at every other suspension and steering component on your front end, right and left, to check for damage. For the first few weeks after you finish your repairs, I would frequently check the suspension for anything out of the ordinary.

Good Luck

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1fast03pony said:

yeah, I have 2 front STRUTS for sale, PM me since i dont think i can give out specific prices on the wrong forums. Theyre koni and theyre good for lowered cars.

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