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1986 Fox-Body Mustang's Front Suspension in a Bind | Launch at Famoso Dragstrip

Project T-top Coupe’s launch in its first run at Famoso Dragstrip for HOT ROD Garage Day 2024. With KW Suspension’s dual-spring front coilovers installed, the 60-foot elapsed time was 1.47 seconds. Pay attention to the front end and note how it does not extend upward at takeoff. The bind created by a too-short and stiff spring package is the reason for this.

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