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Old 08-08-2013, 03:49 PM   #6
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Default Re: Ford XY dampers

At 225mm, a shock top spacer would still be needed IMO, (or a top mount with up to 20mm extra height - max, before bonnet clearance becomes an issue) when running 2inch lowered or more.

I found that after approx 3-4 inches lowered, the upper ball joint approaches it's angle limits.
(after shortening the bump stop)

There is still movement, but IMO, not enough for acceptable wheel travel, unless the balljoint is wedge shimmed - as the Yanks do on the mustangs, when fitting a Shelby drop on the UCA.
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