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blue92vert

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Hey greetings all I'm new 5.0 world but just wanted to say hi and get a confirmation on installing subframe connectors on a convertible.

I realized the steering and suspension didn't quite seem up to par on the 5.0 I picked up a month or so ago. I recently purchased, Tokico HP struts, shocks, KYB quad shocks, outer tie rod ends and new ball joints. I also picked up a set of subframe connectors since they were recommened and only $100. I figured that would be a huge difference over the worn OE items that were still installed.

Anyway, I figured that since the subframe connectors I ordered didn't say they weren't compatible with convertibles I was good to go. The link is below on what I ordered. Well, upon inspecting my car I knew they weren't doing to fit properly with the metal pieces that block the connecting points for the subframe connectors. I don't want to hassle with trying to return them and take a loss on shipping and I don't want to buy a bolt on kit so it appears those metal pieces need to be removed from under the car. I read of someone doing this and they said it didn't impact anything. I was just hoping someone could confirm if that was a good idea or not. I just don't want to regret it later.

Thanks everyone!

J&M Mustang Full Length Subframe Connectors (79-04) at AmericanMuscle.com
 

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I know there's some modifications to be done. Here's MM's installation instructions.
http://www.maximummotorsports.com/content/install/pdf/chass_stiff/MMFL-2.pdf
 
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Wow, that is actually a lot of work! I can't say I'd be excited about having to pay someone to do that for me bc I'm sure it's not cheap and who knows if they would mess it up.

Thanks for the info!
 

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blue92vert said:
Wow, that is actually a lot of work! I can't say I'd be excited about having to pay someone to do that for me bc I'm sure it's not cheap and who knows if they would mess it up.

Thanks for the info!
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I paid $100. Well worth it to me.
 
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Well that's more resonable. I would do that then for $100. Thanks again!!
 

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It cost me $125 to have my MM SFCs put on my 93 convertible.
 

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Computer and installing Subframe connectors

When installing weld in subframe connectors, what all do you have to unplug or disconnect to not fry the computer and stereo? Is disconnecting the battery enough, or do you have to pull the kick panel and unplug the AL9 EEC after it is on the lift?
 
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