Suggestion for Shocks/Struts on a 2002 GT

NJStang86 · 04-14-2009, 04:13 AM

I have a 2002 GT and was wondering if any of you had any suggestions on which ones I should get. I'm looking to get this done ASAP.

The story is that I have a right rear shock that needs to be replaced and I figured if I was going to replace one, I may as well replace the other one, and the 2 struts in the front, since the car is 7 years old (could use something fresh). The car is my daily driver, but I do hope to get back to the track eventually. I'm not looking to spend too much; just trying to get the best bang for the buck for my driving habits.

Any ideas? If you need more info on my car, let me know. Also, with any of the suggestions, please let me know if there's any other parts I'd need to buy to go along with your suggestion (pre-requisites).

I've been looking at the Tokico HP's so far.

wcjr · 04-14-2009, 11:58 AM

What springs are you running? Factory?

NJStang86 · 04-14-2009, 02:57 PM

Yes, all the suspension components are factory.

I'm also running 16" wheels in the winter and 17x9/17x10.5 staggered wheels in the summer (if that matters).

wcjr · 04-14-2009, 03:09 PM

tokico hp's will be fine, or for a cheaper solution find low mileage take off tokico's off of a bullitt or mach 1.

NJStang86 · 04-15-2009, 12:24 PM

Just sent in my order to StangSuspension for the Tokico HP complete package (shocks/struts).

They were hard to pass up for the price and quality. Thanks for the replies!

wcjr · 04-15-2009, 11:14 PM

those shocks/struts will even be suitable for mild lowering springs ( ford c spring, pro kit, etc.)

NJStang86 · 04-16-2009, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by wcjr

those shocks/struts will even be suitable for mild lowering springs ( ford c spring, pro kit, etc.)

Good to hear...I hope to one day lower it, but I don't want to lower it too much. Just looking to get a more aggressive stance and reduce wheel gap.