[Shotimes] springs and struts

[james_ebersold@verizon.net]

Hello List...

I have a 1994 SHO with about 125,000 miles.  I have broken a rear spring and in general my suspension has softened.  I definitely need to replace the rear spring and of course will do the pair and by extension the entire rear as set.  I was initially inclined to replace the springs with the Eibach spring set as the price is reasonable.  I am undecided what struts should be used.  I really don't have the budget for something like the Koni struts and was looking at the KYB GR2 strut.  I have been searching information about this combination and have seen older posting on the net that this was a bad combination due to insufficient damping in the KYB strut.  I have seen that shonutperfomance.com has an Ford SHO specific front strut and a generic taurus rear but would those really be something to consider for an SHO with Eibach strings.  I haven't had a big issue with the front of the car yet wallowing around but I have to replace my front wheel bearing soon so I figured I would go for it all.  I suppose I could just buy the two rear Koni's and leave the front struts alone for now.

I would also like to know when replacing strings/struts what other parts should be replaced at the same time.  Do I really need to buy all new nuts and items like that?  Should I replace the strut mounts?

I should point out I don't race or anything like that.   I just want a well controlled vehicle without any overly harsh ride.

Your recommendations would be appreciated.  Thank You.