Q: How does
the RRS conversion kit improve handling? A. Because there is less moving
parts than the original Ford front suspension, less
deflection occurs and therefore:
- The handling is more accurate and responsive.
- The original Ford suspension inherently has a camber
shift from -camber (suspension droop) to +camber at
maximum compression (bump stop).
- The RRS conversion kit gives a '0'camber at bottom
stop (suspension droop) to 2 ¾ ° camber at maximum compression
(bump stop).
- RRS set up produces a lower roll centre while creating
a jacking effect to reduce body roll
- This all adds up to more even and full 'tyre to road'
contact in hard cornering and increased stability.
- The RRS conversion strut assembly decreases un-sprung
weight by approximately 3kg.
- Improved suspension reaction resulting from modern
superior spring wire and shock absorber design.
Q: Is RRS
strut & brake kit better than original suspension set
up? A. RRS design is the only aftermarket
product with a steering axis to suit modern radial tyres.
RRS strut provides a vastly superior steering geometry
and ride control & ride quality with faster reaction
time and decreased chassis stress with 100% improvement
on handling and accurate response.
Q: Can I get
replacement parts in case of accident or wear & tear? A. Yes all standard replacement
parts are available from main stream auto suppliers.
Q: What do
I get in the strut & brake kit? A. You receive a full Strut
assy. complete with strut leg, top hat, springs, shock
absorber, Knuckle/spindle (which replaces the original
stub axle), forged alloy hub with 20% increase load
bearing and all attaching hardware & spanner PLUS detailed
installation instructions Plus brake package or your
choice- including rotors, callipers & brake lines
Q: How easy
is it to fit? A. Easy and simple to fit. Remove
the original suspension system, including the upper
control arm and simply bolt in pre-assembled strut leg
assy. into top of shock tower, connect brake package.
No special tools required. No welding or cutting. see
video
Q: Will RRS
strut kit help my steering? A. YES - the original Ford steering
geometry was designed for cross-ply tyres. No matter
how good your tyres are they only hav3 a set amount
of grip. The poor geometry on the original suspension
waists some of this grip by having the tyres fight each
other.
Q: Can I use
my original steering with the RRS strut & brake kit? A. Yes you can use your original
steering, in fact RRS products will All work in conjunction
with your original systems. There some variations with
65/66 Mustang and 60/66 Ford.
Q: I adjust
height?? A.YES - there are two methods
available to raise your vehicle up to 1-inch or lower
it by as much as 3 ½ -inches
Q: Is it lighter
than original suspension? A. YES - the Strut assembly
decreases un-sprung weight by approximately 3kg.
Q: What type
of shocks do RRS use? A. RRS use top range revalveable
& rebuildable adjustable gas shocks with user friendly
4 point dial adjustable settings
Q: Do I have
to cut my towers out? A. NO - this is an optional
procedure. Available to gain up to 11" more space in
the engine bay for hi-port heads, big block or just
to reach the spark plugs! However you may well ask "is
my Killer engine being strangled by poor exhaust"?
Q: Does cutting
the towers cause stress on the chassis? A. NO in fact there is less
stress - RRS strut mounting eliminates 100% of stress
exerted on the middle of the tower caused by original
Ford system. The vehicle weight is primarily carried
by spring and shock location within the strut leg.
Q: Can I adjust
camber? A. YES and with far more range
- it is easy to reach and adjust camber if required
with a ring spanner to maintain a full tyre to road
contact in hard cornering
Q: Will this
change the roll centre? A. NO - the vehicle will be
stable in high speed corners with increase grip.
Q: Booster-
Can I use my original booster if I change to RRS front
strut & brake and RRS rear disc combination? A. Yes however brake performance/pedal
feel may be compromised by modified cams or heads. Gemini
Booster & XA-XB disc/drum master cyl. Work very well
on Mustang & KK to XP Falcon with 4WD. Light car - good
proportioning rate.
Q: Is there
any Warranty on RRS products? A. YES - RRS quality products
have a warranty of 12 months or 20,000 kms. RRS stand
by products of their design and manufacture.
Q: Can I use
my original steering with RRS strut & brake kits? A. Yes RRS products will work
in conjunction with your original Ford system.
Q: What Exhaust
clearance issues need to be considered? A. All brands of headers will
fit, factory H pipes will fit, x pipes will have to
be custom made to fit and tail pipes will require some
modification to fit or be custom made
Q:
What about Ground Clearance? A: From a side view no
3 link components are visible, the lowest components
underneath the vehicle are original exhaust and chassis
members.
From the rear, the coil over mounts are visible and
providing the vehicle is fitted with OE diameter tyres
or larger (ER7514). approved ground clearance is maintained.
RRS 3 link is height adjustable with full bump position
the same as OE
Q:
What about Pinion Angle
A: Pinion angle is determined by RRS tooling and is
guaranteed to be correct for all factory fitted gearbox
and differential combinations.
For custom differential and gearbox combinations RRS
can provide offset differential mounting pad dowels
and or an eccentric torque arm bolt locater.
Q:
Where do I get Replacement Parts
A: RRS has used Ford OE Size Bushings made from urethane;
therefore OE bushings can be sourced or alternatively
replacement RRS bushings can be purchased from any RRS
distributor. All links and mounting hardware is unique
to RRS distribution outlets
Q:
How tough is the RRS 3 link system?
A: All links are designed to be very durable even with
highly modified big blocks and blown small blocks, providing
a maximum traction control for any road vehicle both under
acceleration and braking.
Cornering forces are primarily transferred through the
RRS watts linkage. This system can withstand 1.8g cornering
force generated by 3,500 lb race car in an endurance race
with no discernable wear characteristics or increased
deflection most road cars cannot generate more than 1g
even in the most extreme circumstances, therefore durability
and reliability are guaranteed by RRS.
Chassis torsional and beaming loads are decreased by the
RRS 3 link system, primarily by more efficient torque
transfer via the RRS torque arm to the front chassis mounting
brace. Torsional rear chassis loads are decreased by the
RRS rear chassis mount which stiffens the OE ford uni
body design.
Q:
How do I install this booster kit? A: You simply unbolt the pedal
assy. and booster and master cylinder and bolt the new
RRS booster /master in its place, using the same bolt
holes mount the fluid reservoir in the engine bay, hook
up the reservoir lines and the only two things that
have to be fabricated is the front and rear brake lines,
clutch hydraulic line and brake switch.
Q:
Do I need to do anything to the firewall before I paint
it?
A: You will be putting a mounting bracket on the firewall.
Q:
With the power kit, how does it feel at higher speeds? A: RRS power rack provides steering
and handling equivalent to XR8. Type of pump and pump
pressure will also determine the feel at high speed.
Q:
How much lighter is the new manual rack kit? A: It weighs 18kg compared to
the power RRS rack at 20kg
Q:
What are the specs on the new Manual Rack Kit? A: 4.33 turns lock-to-lock, equal
to 16:1 steering box ratio.
Q:
Is manual steering effort reduced over standard? A: The effort required with the
RRS manual rack system is comparable to quick ratio
OEM manual 16:1 steering ratio. However because of the
racks constant mesh design, there is no free play just
off centre like OEM systems.
Q:
What performance increase over standard disk brake 67
stang with Phase Two package? A: OEM stopping distance at 100km
/ hr is reduced by 6m with RRS Phase 2 brakes. Also,
repeated braking permance without fade for up to 10
repeated stops. Standard brakes will fade after 2 repeated
stops.