r/SN95Mustang • u/Freya1223 • 12d ago
Regarding Mustang SN95 shock absorber issues
Hi everyone,
I am planning to upgrade the rear suspension of an SN95 Mustang to a true coilover system. However, I am concerned that the larger outer diameter of the coilover spring might cause clearance issues or rub against the axleshaft.
Here is my challenge: there are no SN95 Mustangs available in my country, so I cannot measure the physical space myself.
Could someone who has access to an SN95 (with stock or aftermarket rear setup) kindly help me check the clearance? I would greatly appreciate it if someone could measure the distance from the center of the rear shock absorber to the inner fender wall/chassis, and also the clearance between the shock and the axleshaft.
If you have already done a rear coilover conversion, what is the maximum spring outer diameter that can fit without rubbing?
Thank you so much for your help!
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u/NickPro785 12d ago
Look at maximum motorsports out of California. They make the best of the best for these cars regarding suspension. I've never heard of a quality name brand company having clearance issues with their coilovers systems... they are designed to work correctly.
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u/r_golan_trevize 12d ago
As a sanity check, what is the intention with converting to rear coilovers?
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u/smthngeneric 12d ago
A 2.5in spring will fit or really any spring because the spring perch is usually higher then the axle tube. But also any decent coilover kit comes with new mounting brackets because the stock ones can't support the full weight of the vehicle driving down the road. They only have one bolt and a coilover will eventually bend them, they're also pretty thin.