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Adjustable strut rod kits   and replacement performance strut rod bushings:

Performance strut rod bushings for Mustangs and other Ford applications definitely can use higher durometer bushings at this location.

  1. High durometer bushings will control lower control arm location with limited deflection and still allow pivot over standard factory durometer. (Caution: Too high of a durometer bushing in this location can cause strut rod failure due to too much resistance in the direction of pivot. That is
    why we prefer rubber in this location over other high density plastics).
  2. Performance strut rod bushings will also provide better alignment, cornering, and braking control.
  3. Easy installation, no modifications.

Adjustable strut rods Adjustable strut rods are also available and can be used on the street or any racing application. To the left is an ASR-4 adjustable strut rod for 1964-66 Mustangs. The rod indexes in the frame and provides caster adjustment. The rods are shipped pre-assembled.

  1. Adjustable strut rods offer more alignment capabilities for caster. Caster provides straight line
    stability and a self aligning force on the suspension.
  2. Our design replaces the strut rod completely. The standard bushing located at the frame under
    the radiator is eliminated and replaced with a steel clevis.  (see picture above). An aircraft rod end is installed in the bushing's place and coupled to a threaded sleeve. The sleeve can be turned which will adjust the length of the strut rod. This in turn changes caster.
    3.
  3. You should notice that our billet coupler is directional. It will index in the frame. This feature
    makes this unit superior over any other on the market. Note: Any rod end installed in this
    location must work in the plane shown in the above picture    . That is why we made
    the unit directional. Any chance that the coupler would turn in the frame or be installed
    in the frame incorrectly could result in failure of the rod end.
  4. Since the strut rod no longer deflects, corner entry, and front end stability are dramatically improved.
    Combine this strut rod with our lower control arm and you have a superior front lower pivot platform.
Year / model Performance Strut Rod Bushings Adjustable Strut Rods
1961-1965 Falcon SRB-4 Price $53.71 ASR-7 Price $397.32
1966-1967 Falcon SRB-5 Price $99.17 ------
1968-1970 Falcon SRB-5 Price $99.17 ------
1975-1980 Granada SRB-5 Price $99.17 ------
1970-1977 Maverick SRB-5 Price $99.17 ------
1964-1966 Mustang SRB-4 Price $53.71 ASR-4 Price $ 397.32
1967-only Mustang SRB-5 Price $99.17 ASR-5 Price $430.05
1968-1970 Mustang SRB-5 Price $99.17 ASR-6 Price $430.05
1971-1973 Mustang SRB-5 Price $99.17 -------
1961-1965 Ranchero SRB-4 Price $53.71 ASR-7 Price $397.32
1968-1971 Ranchero SRB-5 Price $99.17 -----

Note: The standard steering stop can be used with ASR-4.

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