Mustang Suspension for everyday use - Your Suspension Parts for everyday use
July 13, 2009
The myth now is that a really stiff suspension is what you want. Yes, if your out at the track trying to take the competition every weekend, then that’s exactly what you want. You would want somthing to handle the tight curves at high speeds as much as possible. However for the average motorist, an avarage suspension is suffeciant. You obviously want a set of shocks, and struts that aren’t stiff as a board, but you don’t want loose, and sloppy like you were riding in a water bed either. The perfect balance is not to have the car bounce up and down when you push on the front, or rear end with your hand, and to have the car keep bouncing. (that means your shocks, or struts are worn.)
Other parts of your suspension you will want to look at are your upper and lower control arms. As well you will want to check your sway bar bushing ends. The rubber over time can, and will deteriate forcing you to eventually relplace them. Our website has a good selection of new suspension parts that are just right for your Mustang. Each part has the year next to the part, so you will know what should fit your ride. Although worn rubber gromits on your control arms can go for a while, eventually you will want to replace the units, as dirt, and water will get in there preventing the lubrication to do its job. Eventually you will hear a slight grinding, or squeeking noise in the front end. That’s a sure tale sign it’s time to replace them.
-Simon Black
The Mustang Interior Parts - Plastic parts where metal should be
July 6, 2009
Nowadays cars are using less, and less metal on the interior of cars, and more plastic. If you think about it, it does make sense due to the fact that plastic is much lighter than metal, and will get your car better fuel milage due to the less weight you have to lug around. There was a time, even as late as the vintage Mustang days, when cars were built like tanks practically. Back in the late 1930’s, and throught the 1940’s 1950’s, and most of the 1960’s, car interiors especially were using much more metal on interior parts like dashboards, steering wheels, and even a tissue box that was a factory option for some models that were all metal.
I believe this to be an area of debate. Each one metal, or plastic does have it’s pros, and cons. One thing good thing about mostly plastic is that you do get a little better gas mileage due to less weight, and also it is cheaper to manufacture an automobile that has more plastic than metal parts on it. Also plastic (unlike metal) doesn’t rust. However, on the flip side of that coin is that small plastic parts do have a tendancey to break more easily than metal parts. Parts like sunvisor clips, power steering pump dipsticks, holes where screws are supposed to go in the plastic part of dashboards can split and break, as well as two plastic pieces that have a metal hinge, and metal screws can easily break. If the plastic piecses aren’t strong enough to hold together like they should.
To my next point about the way cars used to be built, in decades past, the driver would have to bear the brunt of an auto accedent, where as now the cars are built so that they are built to absorb the accedent instead of the occupents. However the only drawback to this is that it does up your repair bill by a lot more, since the car is far more damaged than you are. But in the grander scheme of things, I guess it beats having expensive medical bills, and different forms of chronic pain to deal with the rest of your life. The safety guide on cars now are very inportant to tell you what would be best for the safety of your family, and what your specific needs are. Remembering who is going to be using the car, what is for? Questions like that, that need to be answered.
Yes, those plastic parts can be annoying to replace, esspecially when the dealer doesen’t have it in stock because it’s a “non-stock item” or some other bit of bogus information (charging through the nose doesn’t help either). These plastic parts for the most part, don’t break that often. I’ts just a hassel when they do. Again, I’m not so die hard for nostalga, that I think plastic shouldn’t be used, but manufacters need to use thier heads a little more often, and not use plastic parts where metal should be used, and vice versa. In certain areas, those little plastic parts that constantly seem to break does get annoying after a while.
-Simon Black
45 Years of Mustang Pony Power
June 29, 2009
I’ts hard to believe that the Mustang nameplate has been around this long. 1964 1/2 Is technaclly the year that this car came into our lives. Ever since it has been an American Icon for over 40 years now. I think that’s why we have fallen in love with this pony car so much, especially if your an american patriot like me. Like all classic nameplates like this one, they have definattly had thier fair share of ups, and downs over the las 4 1/2 decades. The early 80’s were without a doubt the worst. Trying to build a better fuel efficiant engine with some of the “prehistoric” componinets of that era, was quite a challenge for Fo,Mo,Co at the time. With a standard 1.9 liter four cylynder engine in the standard Mustang, give me a break! My lawnmower could produce more horsepower than this engine could.
One thing about the current enthusiests, is that they are “man” enough to take the good years with the bad. My dad for instance took care of a friends 1967 Mustang, and some of the work he did on it was a nightmare. But that was also a different time. He saw a sign saying “Mustang Memories” and he shook his fist saying “I got your Mustang Memories right here!” But that was said out of an extremely bad experience working on one. The modern day Mustangs are such an Improvement over it’s predessessers hands down, that it makes the enthusiests that much more passionate about the these fine machines. I hope not to sound like I’m rambling on here, just trying to speak from the heart. I feel for those enthusiests whose cars they no longer make . The T-birds as an example. (yes, I do own a 97′ LX model) I’ts much more vital to keep holding on to the auto of yours with the classic nameplate they no longer make. Nowadays, with modern technology and componits we have a much easier time keeping our mechanical gems on the road much longer than we could imagine.
In the case of the Mustang, the mere fact that Ford is still making this car, with big plans for it down the road makes enthusiests of this car even more jazzed. Ford has no plans to discontinue this car anytime soon, or turn it to front-wheel drive (praise God!) So here we don’t have to worry about that here. It’s nice to know that Ford did not shoot themselves in the foot with this creation, like other creations like the Pinto, and the fiesta. Models that should have been sent to the moon.
-Simon Black
Common Mustang Parts Questions - 5 | How long does Standard Shipping take?
June 17, 2009
Q- How long does standard shipping take?
A-Shipping time varies depending on your specific location, and your shipping carrier.We are based out of northern California, so orders shipped via UPS will take anywhere from 1 to 6 business days.
Common Mustang Parts Questions - 4 | What carrier do you use for shipping?
June 10, 2009
Depending on the product weight, we use either UPS or US Mail for shipping. Because we offer FREE SHIPPING, we use whichever is the most cost effective.
Common Mustang Parts Questions - 3 | How long does it take to ship my order?
June 3, 2009
MuscleMustangParts.com makes every effort to ship orders within 1 business day! Once we recieve your order, we send you a conformation email letting you know that your order will ship out ASAP. At the wherehouse our crew pull the items from the shelves, packs them, and readies them for shipping via UPS or US mail. When your item has shipped, another email will be sent to you with the tracking information.
Note: Tracking numbers beginning with 1Z have been sent via UPS, and will show tracking as soon as they are loaded on the truck. Tracking numbers beginning with a 9 have been sent via US mail, and will show no tracking information until the package is actually delivered.
Common Mustang Parts Questions - 2 | How much do you charge for shipping and handling?
May 27, 2009
By Simon Black
How much do you charge for shipping and handling?
We charge absolutely nothing! MuscleMustangParts.com offers free shipping and handling in the Continental U.S.!
Note: Certain products must be shipped UPS Freight (i.e. Body kits and Hoods).
We do charge shipping on these items, if you are having them shipped to a residential address.
You can call us for a price quote if you would like to ship outside the continental United States.
Common Mustang Parts Questions - 1 | What if I’m not sure what product I need to order?
May 20, 2009
By Simon Black
This one is pretty easy.
Please simply call or e-mail us for advice. We’re glad to help! we have an extensive knowledge of Mustang parts and accessories. We can help you pinpoint the exact product you need. You can reach us best by phone at 925-689-3595. We’ll show you how you can easily browse our inventory for mustang parts that you need.
10 Common Questions for a Mustang Parts Dealer
May 13, 2009
By Simon Black
Over the next few weeks we will be answering some of the most common questions that we get. Each week we’ll be answering a new one so stayed tuned for our updates. You can also call us for immediate assistance.
- What if I’m not sure what product I need to order?
- How much do you charge for shipping and handling?
- How long does it take to ship my order?
- What carrier do you use for shipping?
- How long does Standard Shipping take?
- Can I get a tracking number for my order?
- Why do you ask for my email address?
- Can you fax or email me a copy of my invoice?
- If an item is out-of-stock, how long does it take before you have it again?
- How easy are your products to install?
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Hello world! Announcing Muscle Mustang Parts on CityScoop!
May 13, 2009
Welcome to Muscle Mustang Part Owner Simon Black’s CityScoop website. We publish free information and tips about mustang parts and mustang related industry information. Check back soon becuase we’ll be publishing new information at least weekly here.
