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Shelby GT350R Ford Performance Lowering Springs | Auto Fanatic
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- Опубліковано 16 лис 2021
- Shelby GT350R Ford Performance Lowering Springs W-5300-M. The results have truly transformed the car to not only better handling and response but far superior ride quality and street manners for me. If anyone has questions reach out anytime. Thanks
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I love the technical angle you take on this channel, I wish you would get more in depth with all of your installations. I love watching people wrench.
thanks but most people do not take time to watch it and it takes so much time to film and set those videos up
Finally did this! Waited forever though(5yrs)! I like that the ride is gripping better, and the feel of the road more complainant than before. Good call AF! Hopefully will see more of the 350 now in your videos! Lol! I hang on all your stuff!
Enjoy!
Thanks for the reminder, just ordered mine from CJ Pony. Just found out they are on sale now as well. I have a 19 in Kona blue with white stripes as well. Mine is none R. Love the channel. Glad you keeping the car. You should move to CT, we have pretty good roads here. Cheers.
yeah CT has some nice roads but we are leaving the north east for good that is our plan.
"I can get two fingers into the front, and pretty much same situation in the rear" hehehehehhe
I had the FP springs on my 17 350 since the beginning of this year and I really like them. You can really feel the difference from normal to sport mode and the car looks way way better. *(You will scrape the lip more often)* I don't care...
very happy with my GT350R so far, love driving it more than I did stock
How much were they? Did you order them from Ford or whered you get them!
I lowered my 350 and it was the best mod ever! It definitely improved the ride in my opinion!
Totally agree! Cant believe i waited this long but i was trying hard to keep this car all stock but then hated it on the local roads and had to decide to mod it to change it up or sell it. Im glad i kept it and made the changes I am enjoying the car so much more now and more often.
@@autofanaticcars hope you dont sell it like you did with the red one... gt350 is like image/brand
Isn't the gt350 low enough already?
@@asia23425 yes but the fender gap isint great
Another from club Kona 350 here. Looking good - great review. Same here - sport mode w/comfort steering tweak.
Right on!
I did h&r lowering springs for roughly the same level fitment with adding better comfort and handling in my Focus ST. I didnt want slammed being NEPA (our roads suck too lol) but to have a much nicer appearance.
I’m torn, I daily drive my Gt350 in Los Angeles but also track it….a lot of our driveways are steeep!! Ahh but it looks so good
I'm confused, in your video with the red GT350 you spoke against progressive springs and now you chose to put them on the GT350R...can you explain why you ended up choosing these instead of the BMR Handling Springs, I really appreciate your time and the videos you make...I have learned so much
Thanks!
these are not progressive the rear springs are called dual rate big difference than a typical progressive spring. I chose these because our roads have gotten so bad and to improve ride quality and it made a huge improvement. BMR is a great spring if you have nice smooth roads but if you have potholes and speed bumps on highways the are too rough.
@@autofanaticcars Got it, sure do appreciate you clarifying. Thanks again!
looks great i might have to do it also ...thanks for the great videos
total transformation for the better with these springs and the new tires i can not believe it.
Looks good, living in the midwest our roads are too choppy to lower my 350
our roads are horrible but so far its been ok just those speed humps you need to pay attention not to hit them at higher speed then you go airborne lol. i swear they need to paint them yellow because at night you can not see them
man that sits nice
yeah it sits perfect now, not slammed and just right
Just curious how come you went with FP instead of BMR? You seemed like a big fan of the BMR springs from your previous GT350 because they’re a true linear spring vs the progressive rear springs that come with the FP set. How do they compare?
the BMR were great on smooth roads but its been 3 years since I had those on my red GT350 and our roads have gotten destroyed since. the FPP rear is a dual rate which may not be considered a true progressive design. the Eibach is a true progressive spring and those bounce like crazy in NY. I love how the car is flatter now, less bounce and more grip with the new springs. with the original R springs and Cup 2 the car would skate and skip over all the bumps and imperfections and at high speeds it was not fun with the back end always losing control. So far I have about 400 miles on the new springs and absolutely love them i see no compromise for my needs.
@@autofanaticcars Awesome thanks for the feedback! One thing i'm worried about is having the rear end kick out during spirited drives due to imperfections in the road. Would you say the FPP springs helps keep the car more planted on bumpier roads than the BMR springs?
I have a 20 350 with Bmr’s, I also have a 20R with Ford Performance Springs. My 350 is on R spec BC Forged wheels with Conti’s. The Ford springs are just a bit more plush, even with the Sport Cup 2’s. I wouldn’t hesitate to use either.
What did you end up going with?
BMR or FPP springs? I have both in a box and running Eibach currently. Looks awesome. A bit too low for my canyon carving.. Cant decide on the next swap..
Getting ready to pull the trigger on lowering springs for gt350. I know you had both ford and bmr ..... in Alabama with good roads. What's your suggestion. Mostly street strip and spirit ed drives
I want to do this but I’m worried about clearing speed bumps and my driveway. I’ve got my driveway down coming in at an angle but I worry about lowering it any because of the scrape.
Dude I hear you, these cars are low as heck already and you got to always be aware of where you drive or you will scrape; damn sucks sometimes.
I only use Track Mode in my R...less traction control interference and suspension in the stiffest setting. I don't mind the weighted steering, but that's just me
You can adjust the steering feel on the steering wheel controls.
Awesome review the springs. I will likely be doing this when the time comes to swap out wheels and tires. I know Ford Performance also sells sway bars that are intended to be used with these springs. Did you consider the FP sway bars?
on the street the sway bars really wont benefit much on the track they could mainly in the rear but the oem bars are good and its best to learn the handling limits with the springs, shocks and alignment and tires versus trying to run with bars beforehand
@@autofanaticcars good points, thanks for the insight
After putting these FP springs on and going with R spec wheels with 305/30R19 front and 315/30R19 rear PS4S tires, my heights from bottom of tire to top of wheel well are slightly over 26.5 inches front and right at 27.5 inches rear
I like my front fitment but if I’m being honest I wish the rear would sit about a 0.5 inch lower. Now that I have less sidewall than the original GT350 MPSS tires, the wheel well gap has increased slightly. I notice that for your 350R the front wheel gap is about the same as mine but your rear gap is a little bit less. I guess my springs just sit every so slightly higher. I dont want to swap my springs to anything lower as my front end is scraping while just driving if I hit a dip in the road. I also barely clear my driveway now. I’ll just have to live with my fitment
Hi Phil I just noticed that you went with 305 on the front and 315 on the rear when you switched over to Pilot 4S. Those tires in 4S spec are actually wider than the 305/315 Cup2 that come on the R from the factory. Any reason why you went with wider tire? Going with 295/305 in 4S would have maintained the same tire width as 305/315 in Cup2, or maybe you already knew this?
I did know the cup2 were a bit smaller for their sizes. too late now but i actually like the new look so its not worth changing them out again. I did not like the 325 out back on the stock wheels thats why I waited for the OEM sizes to be in stock with the car lowered and with more camber it tucks in just right
Thanks for the spring tutorial. I am wondering if you are switching to winter tire or you are going to have these on during the winter? Now I have mine on PSS and wondering if there is a need for changing it into all-season or winter tire.
these tires are staying i will take the car out if the roads are clear this winter but if there is any salt the car is not moving because the road salt will corrode everything underneath and that would drive me nuts.
Get the Ford performance track away bars front and rear
camber plate needed for getting proper street alignment? magneride need recalibrated?
I drive in track mode with sport suspension setting. I prefer the reduced traction control / advance trac
i do to most of the time except when temps are low like they are now and leaves on the road but overall its a great upgrade. What did you notice most from doing the Ford Performance front and rear bars maybe il do this over the Holiday break
@@autofanaticcars more responsive steering. Great turn in. I have 350. You have wider track than me. So not sure how it will effect your car. Totally worth it. I forgot what setting i set the rear sway bar to.
is the front bar also adjustable? the front endlinks are a weak link on these cars i have bent many OEM sets over the years i did videos on this way back
I’d love to see what you think of the M2 competition.
i actually bought one before my Alfa and changed my mind the last minute, great cars but the engine is nothing special in regards to the sound and output the Shelby and Alfa have way more special engines.
@@autofanaticcars I agree with your opinion but it would still fun to watch on UA-cam👍
Hey, nice vid!! Question.I just watched your vid and now I'm debating on getting the FP lowering springs.If and when I do,could you send the specs of the front and rear alignment specs,camber,caster,toe in toe out if I do get it lowered, the alignment shop will get the specs. Thank.
watch the video again i mention all my alignment specs as i am driving
Have you lost the rear end driving in cold or wet weather?
Watch my snow driving videos in my red Shelby GT350 on this channel from years back
Phil how far are you away from Victor New York or Canandaigua I work for Constellation brands, our head office is out of there!
thats a 6 hour drive i bet ha ha
I like the look as well with the FP ones but I thought you swore by BMR, so I was trying to figure out why you didn’t get those instead???
Please let me know what’s up with that. Was there something you wanted different from this ride?
the main reason i did the FPP spring kit is because of the dual rate rear springs to help with the bad roads im driving on, Since i had my red GT350 our roads have gotten so bad over the last few years which makes it hard to enjoy any car around here so if you use the BMR springs it becomes very harsh over bad consistent bumps which is our new norm around here but so far choosing the FPP springs was the right decision for now. If I lived in FL, AZ or anywhere with nice smooth roads I would have done the BMR
You mentioned the CC plates.. sre you refering to the stock plates or did you upgrade your CC plates?
The 2019-20 came with Ford Performance Caster Camber plates. Some cars were delivered with them already installed and some came in a box in the trunk if dealers opted to let customers install
@@autofanaticcars ahhh okay thanks.. mines a 2016 so id imagine thats something i have to order
Phil, did the lowering springs minimize the rear poke any?
no it did not it is the wheel offsets that cause it
@@autofanaticcars I was thinking maybe some slight changes in rear camber may tuck in some since lowered
I’m planning to change my tires soon what do you recommend all my 350 R
watch my video specific on the 350R tires i went with and why, lots if details it is on the channel last year
not related ,but trying to find the torque specs and torque sequence for the gt350 valve covers?need to replace a leaking valve cover.thanks
cant help you on that i never had to take mine off
@@autofanaticcars ok thanks for the reply anyway.btw love your channel thanks
Which springs do you like best out of the Bmr and the ford performance?
I love the ford performance springs right now it really made the car more livable to drive around here
Wonder if the springs shorten the life if the shocks/struts...
if the springs are engineered properly they will not usually when you do mega slammed springs they destroy the shocks which is why i never use and recommend H&R springs they are too aggressive for stock shocks the drop on the Shelby is so subtle they will be perfect for many years to come
I am interested in the ford performance springs or bmr. I have a gt350...red like you had. Roads are decent here. Which do you recommend for me? Thanks in advance.
both great options the BMR are firmer and handle tighter the Ford lower the car more and produce less rear bounce over bumps
@autofanaticcars which would give the best straight line performance? I know they both are handling springs but just wanted your expertise.
A friend of mine owns a GT350R and he can bearly drive around at stock height without scraping everything he encounters with the front spoiler; heck my 350's front spoiler scraps coming out of my driveway if I don't go at it at an angle and my driveway curb is not really steep at all . How do you manage it on the road even lower?
I drive very carefully and approach areas with ease. i have the sliplo under the front lip so if it hits it hits that
@@autofanaticcars
Cool. Nice looking 350R man.👍
What were the tires you’re running now? I’m looking to change mine soon
check my last video the Pilot 4S
is this a revised version of the fp springs? Didn’t u like the bmr better from your previous shelby?
these ride superior than the BMR springs on our roads, the roads in 3 years have gotten worse since i had those on my red Shelby.
@@autofanaticcars how was the ride height? I do follow your advice since I also live in NY
Do these springs work with steeda shocks for a 18 GT
these springs only work with cars with Magneride shocks they do make other springs for non Mag cars if you search you will see different part numbers
BMR or FP springs?
both are great if your roads are bad like mine the FP is the better option to eliminate the rear bouncing
I know you rattled off the alignment specs in the video.......could you put it in print in a reply please? I own a 20 non R and also suffer from terrible back problems. The tram lining on mine is ridiculous. I live in Michigan and our roads to be honest suck! The car drives me half the time. Dealership I bought it from installed the adjustable camber plates before picking it up. No clue what they have stuff set at( told me it was set to street specs, but I'm not to sure about that) but the tram lining is terrible. I know with the front tire width some is to be expected but it is bad. Real bad. Reply with specs please(that way I can just take a pic and its saved on my phone).
Hi Mike feel free to email me regarding your car if you have a print out of your current alignment this will help. Most dealers have no clue how to set these cars up let alone the camber plates. My car was delivered with the camber plates all out of whack and after a few drives I knew it. thats when we did a basic alignment to change the front specs a little
What tires you have with the size before u lowered it
OEM sizes on the GT350R
Any reason you switched from the BMR! to the FP
better ride quality on the broken up NYC roads the BMR are too stiff since my older video the roads have gotten destroyed so any suspension mods on any car around here has to be really researched to see what works and what will not work.
@@autofanaticcars really appreciate your response I Live in Hampton GA now but relocated from NYC about 5 years ago! So I know what you mean. I think I’ll go with the FP so it’s all OEM
yeah GA has awesome roads compared to the NYC area, we are actually relocating to GA in 2023 in the Alpharetta Cuming area. I can not wait to be able to enjoy my cars more without the constant destruction from the roads.
@@autofanaticcars That’s Awesome we’ll definitely need to do something together with those cars!!!
I have been contemplating the same am between FP vs Steeda dual rate what is your take on Steeda's?
i never tried the Steeda springs on a GT350 I have installed many of their springs on regular GT since 2015 and they worked well but i think the FPP might be the best option and value overall. CJ has them now for $259 so i would order them if you want to do it.
@@autofanaticcars you know from start these cars stock are awesome, i was on a fence about doing the springs cause didn’t know how much the car can improve or if it was worth it.. I ‘d say from your video totally worth it correct ?
yes for me it made the car ride better and handle better my main concern was the ride since my roads are so bad but it has improved the car to many levels and is affordable, reversible and easy to do, just make sure you do your alignment right and its a night and day improvement.
@@autofanaticcars I finally did the FP springs and car is definitely way better in everyway possible, ride, steering and looks.
told you they make a huge improvement plus if you swap out the Cup2 it makes the car much more streetable
Something is wrong with the video, shift knob looks white! 😂😂
new knob i am testing, thats another video