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<blockquote data-quote="mu22stang" data-source="post: 10845774" data-attributes="member: 81298"><p>It's a common misconception that modifications are needed to make a modern sports car enjoyable to drive on a track. This is especially true for a Mustang that comes from the factory with over 400 hp and an IRS.</p><p></p><p>The most important mod for improving speed is YOU. You will shed lap times much faster than you can by throwing parts at the car.</p><p></p><p>That said, there are some modifications that will make it handle "better" and more enjoyable to drive. The first modifications to the car - street driven, road course driven, even drag raced - should be <strong>full length subframe connectors</strong>. The front and rear suspension components are attached to subframes. Full length subframe connectors (essentially box steel tubing) attach the front and rear subframe to dramatically improve chassis rigidity. <u>If you buy nothing else for the car, buy these</u>! Maximum Motorsports makes a great set.</p><p></p><p>The second would be <strong>aluminum steering rack bushings</strong>. These won't make the car faster, but it will improve steering feel which is crucial when trying to improve your skill. The more communication you get from the steering wheel, the more confident you become and the faster you will be. These are $40 from Maximum Motorsports and you won't find a better bang for the buck. Even on the street, these feel great.</p><p></p><p>The third thing I would suggest would be <strong>caster camber plates</strong>. Once again, Maximum Motorsports are the best. You would not believe how different a stock suspension Cobra feels with an aggressive alignment for the road course.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mu22stang, post: 10845774, member: 81298"] It's a common misconception that modifications are needed to make a modern sports car enjoyable to drive on a track. This is especially true for a Mustang that comes from the factory with over 400 hp and an IRS. The most important mod for improving speed is YOU. You will shed lap times much faster than you can by throwing parts at the car. That said, there are some modifications that will make it handle "better" and more enjoyable to drive. The first modifications to the car - street driven, road course driven, even drag raced - should be [B]full length subframe connectors[/B]. The front and rear suspension components are attached to subframes. Full length subframe connectors (essentially box steel tubing) attach the front and rear subframe to dramatically improve chassis rigidity. [U]If you buy nothing else for the car, buy these[/U]! Maximum Motorsports makes a great set. The second would be [B]aluminum steering rack bushings[/B]. These won't make the car faster, but it will improve steering feel which is crucial when trying to improve your skill. The more communication you get from the steering wheel, the more confident you become and the faster you will be. These are $40 from Maximum Motorsports and you won't find a better bang for the buck. Even on the street, these feel great. The third thing I would suggest would be [B]caster camber plates[/B]. Once again, Maximum Motorsports are the best. You would not believe how different a stock suspension Cobra feels with an aggressive alignment for the road course. [/QUOTE]
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