1999 cobra convertible suspension help

hvcobra99 · 11-05-2007, 11:44 AM

i was thinking of buying a coilover kit for my cobra anyone have any info ( good or bad choice. Also I have a bassani x pipe that combined with borla mufflers , The police think is to loud does anyone have any suggestion iam willing to buy new mufflers which ones I dont know (want power but dont want to get pulled over)

sssvtcobra · 11-05-2007, 02:09 PM

Here's my 0.02, as for coilovers I suggest them. I put them on my car, and absolutely love 'em. I like the fact that I can adjust my ride height any time I want. You do have to get an alignment after any time you do make an adjustment, as you probably already know that. But the ride quality is better, and the handling is better than just lowering springs in my opinion. I've had several mustangs in the past, and have had H&R springs, and Eibach's and the coilovers are superior in my opionion. I have the M.M. coilover kit with Bilsteins shocks and struts.

As for your exhaust, you didn't happen to mention whether or not you have cat's on your x-pipe. If you don't you could put cat's on there and that will quiet it down a little. And you can get the Bassani cat's from Bassani if you show proof of purchase for your x-pipe. Another route is the Bassani cat-back. It's not quite as loud as the Borla stingers (I'm assuming that's the kit you have on your car) to me anyways.

Hope this helps

hvcobra99 · 11-05-2007, 02:15 PM

Thanks so much for the advice. I will go with the bassani mufflers and eibach coilovers pluss iam going to add cat to my non catted x-pipe.

**cobrabitn** · 11-05-2007, 08:00 PM

I think the coil overs should be considered but if you don't plan to do any track events then you may want to go the less expensive route and get some lowering springs. It really depends on what you plan to do with the car.

Many people like the magnaflows as they are quiet till you stomp the gas and they open up and give a healthy sound to them. Exhaust sound is up to the beholder's ear. I personally like the H-pipe with a MAC Catback but then it's pretty loud, too.

sssvtcobra · 11-06-2007, 12:47 AM

You're welcome. But like Cobrabitn said the coilovers are expensive. I didn't mention the price of 'em because I figured you probably already saw the price.

11-05-2007, 11:44 AM	#1
hvcobra99 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Plymouth MI Posts: 4	1999 cobra convertible suspension help i was thinking of buying a coilover kit for my cobra anyone have any info ( good or bad choice. Also I have a bassani x pipe that combined with borla mufflers , The police think is to loud does anyone have any suggestion iam willing to buy new mufflers which ones I dont know (want power but dont want to get pulled over)

11-05-2007, 02:09 PM	#2
sssvtcobra SCMC Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 441	Here's my 0.02, as for coilovers I suggest them. I put them on my car, and absolutely love 'em. I like the fact that I can adjust my ride height any time I want. You do have to get an alignment after any time you do make an adjustment, as you probably already know that. But the ride quality is better, and the handling is better than just lowering springs in my opinion. I've had several mustangs in the past, and have had H&R springs, and Eibach's and the coilovers are superior in my opionion. I have the M.M. coilover kit with Bilsteins shocks and struts. As for your exhaust, you didn't happen to mention whether or not you have cat's on your x-pipe. If you don't you could put cat's on there and that will quiet it down a little. And you can get the Bassani cat's from Bassani if you show proof of purchase for your x-pipe. Another route is the Bassani cat-back. It's not quite as loud as the Borla stingers (I'm assuming that's the kit you have on your car) to me anyways. Hope this helps __________________ SLP Loudmouth cat-back S.S. Bassani O/R X-pipe K&N FIPK II C/D and slotted rotors Hawk HPS pads S.S. Brake lines MM C/C plates MM Fr. & Rr. coilovers '00 R shocks Bilstein race valved struts KB rear shock tower brace MM Full Length Sub's Custom rear seat delete MGW Shifter Steeda Bumpsteer kit Steeda X2 Balljoints

11-05-2007, 02:15 PM	#3
hvcobra99 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Plymouth MI Posts: 4	You are awsome man! Thanks so much for the advice. I will go with the bassani mufflers and eibach coilovers pluss iam going to add cat to my non catted x-pipe.

11-05-2007, 08:00 PM	#4
cobrabitn Dr Jekyll on the street, Mr Hyde on the track Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 14,649	I think the coil overs should be considered but if you don't plan to do any track events then you may want to go the less expensive route and get some lowering springs. It really depends on what you plan to do with the car. Many people like the magnaflows as they are quiet till you stomp the gas and they open up and give a healthy sound to them. Exhaust sound is up to the beholder's ear. I personally like the H-pipe with a MAC Catback but then it's pretty loud, too. __________________ Cobrabitn 2016 Ruby Red Metallic with Caribou accent F-350 Crew Cab Stump Puller! 6.7 Diesel Automatic with Chrome Package, Off Road Package, 3.55 Locking axles, and Ultimate Lariat Interior Trim Package! 2017 Shelby GT350 Coupe - track car! Mods: JLT True Cold Air oil catch can 2009 Vista Blue Shelby GT 500 Coupe - Garage Queen Tinted Windows JLT True Cold Air Kit Pro-Dyno Tune 526 rwhp - 511 rwtq 1994 Rio Red Indy Pace Car #22 "Runabout" Snake in the grill MGW shift knob 1996 SVT Cobra Wheels 1969 New Lime Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof - Second owner - bone stock with shaker. One SVT Cobra, one Shelby GT500, one 69 mach 1, and a Shelby GT350 is better than nothing! Custom Data Plates for your Mustang or Ford! Buy "Cool Merchandise" at Data Plates Plus www.dataplatesplus.com See my MSR Video here!

11-06-2007, 12:47 AM	#5
sssvtcobra SCMC Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 441	You're welcome. But like Cobrabitn said the coilovers are expensive. I didn't mention the price of 'em because I figured you probably already saw the price. __________________ SLP Loudmouth cat-back S.S. Bassani O/R X-pipe K&N FIPK II C/D and slotted rotors Hawk HPS pads S.S. Brake lines MM C/C plates MM Fr. & Rr. coilovers '00 R shocks Bilstein race valved struts KB rear shock tower brace MM Full Length Sub's Custom rear seat delete MGW Shifter Steeda Bumpsteer kit Steeda X2 Balljoints

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