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Spring Difference: Convertible vs Coupe

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What is the difference between Convertible springs and Coupe springs?
 
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I believe the Vert spring rates are higher to support the extra weight.
 

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san~man said:
I believe the Vert spring rates are higher to support the extra weight.
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So you're saying that if I put Coupe springs on a Convertible, it will lower it more than it would have lowered the Coupe?
 
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Again, I'm not positive on this, but if memory serves me correct it should be right: The coupe spring will "lower" the vert more because it's softer, and due to the extra weight. The vert spring is made stiffer to support the added weight.

I can't find any specs on the MM site or on Eibach's site. Crappy tech on there.
 
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I found this on a website, but don't know how accurate it is:

OEM spring rates:
Mustang GT/V6 Coupe 1994-2004 450 (linear) 210 (linear, solid axle)
Mustang GT/V6 Vert. 1994-2004 400 (linear) 185 (linear, solid axle)

If it's correct, then I got it backwards, but I'm not sure. The site wasn't sure either
 
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I know the vert springs are progressive. The rears are about 165/210 and the fronts are about 285/400. The vert's ride is supposedly softer than a coupe's. If you install SFC's, the ride will change and you will want stiffer springs, otherwise you will do "hand-stands" when you brake. I installed some 1/2" Mach 1 springs (650 front, 250 rear) and I am much happier.
 
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The spring rates are different for a reason you should get
Eibach Sportline springs for a convertible and be done with it.
 

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I know on the eibach kit the fronts are the same from coupe to vert but the rears are just a stiffer spring rate.

The guy that had my car before me had eibach vert springs on the coupe, they do fit.
 
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