(This is the forums archive - If you want to get back to the main site simply
click the banner above and you will be taken to our homepage.)
Lincoln vs Cadillac Forums is the Ultimate Online Resource for Owners and Enthusiasts of American Luxury Cars. Feel free to browse through our archive - but make sure you make it
back to our main site - Lincoln vs Cadillac Forums
Well after much consideration I am converting to non air ride this weekend,ordered the kit this morning from StrutMasters.I know everybody has their opinion on this subject so I am not doggin' the air ride,I just want a more consistent predictable suspension. I have a Mustang that I race on road courses so I am used to aggressive handling,I just want a little more of that feel in my Mark VIII. Any tips on this swap are welcome.Thanks JC...
Posted by: JoeyLincolnMK8
good luck with it, hope everything goes well with the install.
Posted by: BlackIceLSC
I wrote a tech article for Joey, a month ago. it is to replace the existing tech article I sent him last spring. I dont know if he has had a chance to update it.
email me if you want the current one.
BTW, I have installed 4 of the coil conversion kits, and each of the new owners were very pleased. Myself...I couldnt be happier with mine!
I highly recommend you replace your rear shocks, and if needed, rear upper shock mounts. That way you have new supression both front AND rear, to compliment the ride.
For some folks, air ride just isnt "their thing". leave the nay-sayers to say nay, while you drive with complete peace of mind.
again, email me if you need any help. Coil conversions is my thang! They dont call me "boingy" for nothing!
Posted by: meangy9
It's an easy install. It took me and my buddy like an hour. And the car still rides smooth. Not a big difference. My bags and compressor went, and this is a much cheaper fix. Good luck.
Posted by: mespock
I agree the Swap is easy. The kit comes with instructions that are easy to follow and so is the tech article from BlackIceLSC. I had both handy.
You can regain some of your cost by placing the old useable parts on eBay.
Just trying to thing of any glitches but can't think of any. This is not a long job!
Oh if you go to aftermarket shocks you may need a different size bottom bolt for your shock.
Posted by: fossten
Here is my thread describing everything that can go wrong. I don't want to discourage anybody, just prepare people to watch out for Murphy's law.
I would still recommend doing it, though, since I'm satisfied with the switch. Just use a lift and power tools and you're home free. Don't do it like I did.
