dream07
forum member
I really wish Ford would have kept the solid rear axle as an option. That IRS cradle looks self-contained and as easy to install as a solid axle assembly. Production line issues can't be any more of a hassle than exhaust over-axle pipes (which clearances could be engineered to match). Why, you ask?
IMO, the sad part of the IRS-only is that "here we go again." There will be thousands of people buying brand new 2015's that will enjoy the road-handling advantages of the IRS. However, we all know the masses want more power and want to put DR's or slicks on. The drag racers have to go out and buy expensive band-aids for their IRS (for example, take a look at all that BMR jewelry on that Camaro), so they don't grenade on every launch. This is just like when the 2003/04 Cobras starting making big power. It's a shame, the naturally aspirated 1999/2001 Cobra owners (like me) just liked the "feel" of the IRS car and never really destroyed parts. The IRS is a great idea (and makes Ford look like a sheep following the Challenger and Camaro), but I feel it should've been an option.
IMO, the sad part of the IRS-only is that "here we go again." There will be thousands of people buying brand new 2015's that will enjoy the road-handling advantages of the IRS. However, we all know the masses want more power and want to put DR's or slicks on. The drag racers have to go out and buy expensive band-aids for their IRS (for example, take a look at all that BMR jewelry on that Camaro), so they don't grenade on every launch. This is just like when the 2003/04 Cobras starting making big power. It's a shame, the naturally aspirated 1999/2001 Cobra owners (like me) just liked the "feel" of the IRS car and never really destroyed parts. The IRS is a great idea (and makes Ford look like a sheep following the Challenger and Camaro), but I feel it should've been an option.