2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! - Page 4 - Focaljet

**Nliiitend1** · 10-06-2006, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by carlfreddy

The SES is the only Focus that comes with a rear sway bar now.

S and SE trim levels do NOT have a rear sway bar.

Correct, as noted earlier in my post above (post #68 of this thread).

**michalegraves6** · 10-06-2006, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Nliiitend1

Correct, as noted earlier in my post above (post #68 of this thread).

You're correct I misred the ordering guide. It's availabe in the SE but only in the wagon.

**bblack** · 10-07-2006, 04:42 PM

I was wondering if any shocks and struts would fit on the 07 focus. I know that they changed the suspension but did they change the fitment of the shocks and struts at all? Also if anyone knows of quality adjustable shocks that could be used with stock ride height and also with 1.5" lowering springs?

**Z63R** · 10-07-2006, 05:17 PM

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bblack

I was wondering if any shocks and struts would fit on the 07 focus.

Read these links (as they also apply to the 07 Focus) from the very first post in this thread:

'06 ST - H&R springs do not fit !!!

KYB's dont fit on 06 Focus

What are us 2006-ers to do?

06 Suspension

**swalters** · 10-17-2006, 05:02 PM

i have a question. focaljet-1 just posted this in the frpp section:

Part No. M-5560-ZX3B

2006+ Focus lowering springs for ZX3/4/5, approximately 1.2" front and 1.6" rear.

Retail price: $215

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Part No. M-18000-ZX3V

2006+ Focus uprated dampers for ZX3/4/5. Same valving as 2006 ST.

Retail price: $195

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Part No. M-3000-ZX3A

SVT Focus suspension kit with pre-assembled front strut assemblies including new top mounts, bearings, spring perches, boots, bumpstops and fasteners.

Retail price: $350

what i want to know is if that last one, the svt focus suspension kit is the same one as the m-3000-zx3 which fits 2000-2005 foci or if it's a new one for the 06+. FRPP hasn't updated their site so there is no further information there. I'm under the assumption that it's a combination of the first two items but i could be wrong. thanks.

**PhocusZX3** · 10-17-2006, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swalters

what i want to know is if that last one, the svt focus suspension kit is the same one as the m-3000-zx3 which fits 2000-2005 foci or if it's a new one for the 06+. FRPP hasn't updated their site so there is no further information there. I'm under the assumption that it's a combination of the first two items but i could be wrong. thanks.

I'm interested in this info as well.

**carlfreddy** · 10-18-2006, 09:25 PM

Is there a phone number listed on the FRPP site? (My satellite terminal at work won't let me go there)

My bet is that kit is for 06+ Foci since there 00-04 SVT suspension kit has been available for some time now.

Regardless, this is all good news. In no time us 06+ Focus owners will have lots of aftermarket suspension options.

**swalters** · 10-19-2006, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carlfreddy

Is there a phone number listed on the FRPP site? (My satellite terminal at work won't let me go there)

My bet is that kit is for 06+ Foci since there 00-04 SVT suspension kit has been available for some time now.

Regardless, this is all good news. In no time us 06+ Focus owners will have lots of aftermarket suspension options.

I'm going to call them tomorrow if I can find a number and I'll report back my findings. I'm hoping that it's for the 06+ as well seing as how I'd like to go with an SVT theme, or at least quite a few SVT mods. For all the 06+ owners, cross your fingers...

**swalters** · 10-19-2006, 02:51 PM

Ok so I called FRPP on my lunch break and got the lowdown, at least what they could tell me after checking on it and keeping me on hold for 15 minutes.

Part No. M-5560-ZX3B

2006+ Focus lowering springs for ZX3/4/5, approximately 1.2" front and 1.6" rear.

Retail price: $215

These do exist and are in stock from what I've been told.
-------------------------------------------

Part No. M-18000-ZX3V

2006+ Focus uprated dampers for ZX3/4/5. Same valving as 2006 ST.

Retail price: $195

There was no records of these existing in they're databases.
-------------------------------------------

Part No. M-3000-ZX3A

SVT Focus suspension kit with pre-assembled front strut assemblies including new top mounts, bearings, spring perches, boots, bumpstops and fasteners.

Retail price: $350

And this, from what I've been told, is in their system but not online and is "most likely and upgraded kit of the old SVT suspension and NOT for 06+." This one took him some time to look up and all the information he could get was quoted. I'm hoping that his best guess was wrong since he had no documentation to go by but at this point it doesn't look like it's for us.

**carlfreddy** · 10-19-2006, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Part No. M-18000-ZX3V

2006+ Focus uprated dampers for ZX3/4/5. Same valving as 2006 ST.

Retail price: $195

There was no records of these existing in they're databases.

My guess on this part; its just the dampers from the 06+ ST, so maybe the part number corresponds to the part in Ford's Parts database vs FRPP database.

**michalegraves6** · 10-19-2006, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carlfreddy

My guess on this part; its just the dampers from the 06+ ST, so maybe the part number corresponds to the part in Ford's Parts database vs FRPP database.

If they are just ST dampers it'd be cheaper to just buy the ST and not the FRPP ones.

**carlfreddy** · 10-20-2006, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by michalegraves6

If they are just ST dampers it'd be cheaper to just buy the ST and not the FRPP ones.

How much are the ST units, total?

**michalegraves6** · 10-20-2006, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carlfreddy

How much are the ST units, total?

From www.fordparts.com they are $62.44 each

I'm sure dealer cost is much less.

**Cameroon** · 10-20-2006, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swalters

Part No. M-3000-ZX3A

SVT Focus suspension kit with pre-assembled front strut assemblies including new top mounts, bearings, spring perches, boots, bumpstops and fasteners.

Retail price: $350

And this, from what I've been told, is in their system but not online and is "most likely and upgraded kit of the old SVT suspension and NOT for 06+." This one took him some time to look up and all the information he could get was quoted. I'm hoping that his best guess was wrong since he had no documentation to go by but at this point it doesn't look like it's for us.

I'd bet upto and including $5 thats exactly what they did. Note the bolded text. It's an SVT kit that is ready to drop in. No reusing old parts or need for spring compresors

**bblack** · 10-22-2006, 07:47 PM

If it IS the SVT kit then would it lower the car like the SVT springs do (1/2 inch)?

**Nliiitend1** · 10-22-2006, 09:28 PM

I would imagine so.

**BOSS122** · 10-23-2006, 12:53 AM

If the front steering knuckle's strut bore size is larger on the '06 and '07, can't we jsut use a spacer around the bottom? Some of the peole that put Protoge adjsutable struts on the ZX2 ran into the same problem and some suspension shops sold them a spacer that goes in the hole in the knuckle to make up for the 1mm in bore difference.

Is the rear suspension on the newer Focii still the same?

**Nliiitend1** · 10-23-2006, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BOSS122

If the front steering knuckle's strut bore size is larger on the '06 and '07, can't we jsut use a spacer around the bottom? Some of the peole that put Protoge adjsutable struts on the ZX2 ran into the same problem and some suspension shops sold them a spacer that goes in the hole in the knuckle to make up for the 1mm in bore difference.

Is the rear suspension on the newer Focii still the same?

That's a good question....

Yes, the rear suspension is the same (as the '05 - of course there's still the retarded rear swaybar delete on the S and SE models...)

**BOSS122** · 10-29-2006, 01:32 PM

After reading all of this, if I do the SVT Focus brake swap on a 2007 Focus then it sounds like I should be able to use the earlier Focus style springs and shocks. I'm assuming this because I'd need to swap the front spindles from what I understand.

**Nliiitend1** · 10-29-2006, 02:15 PM

yeah, and I'm pretty sure you need different front lower control arms too.

**SoundoffFocus** · 11-04-2006, 02:35 PM

GOOD NEWS for 06-07 owners. Ford racing has a suspension out for the )06+ Focus.
A place on Ebay has it for 210 I am going to check a work for the price.

Tim

**swalters** · 11-06-2006, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoundoffFocus

GOOD NEWS for 06-07 owners. Ford racing has a suspension out for the )06+ Focus.
A place on Ebay has it for 210 I am going to check a work for the price.

Tim

Now is this an entire suspension kit or just the springs? Because that price looks awfully like the 06+ Springs that are out from FRPP.

**SoundoffFocus** · 11-12-2006, 01:26 AM

It is for the springs. yet my parts at works doesn't have prices yet.

Tim

**OneAMCoffee** · 11-22-2006, 12:07 AM

I just thought I would let everyo

10-07-2006, 04:42 PM	#78
bblack Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 41	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! I was wondering if any shocks and struts would fit on the 07 focus. I know that they changed the suspension but did they change the fitment of the shocks and struts at all? Also if anyone knows of quality adjustable shocks that could be used with stock ride height and also with 1.5" lowering springs? __________________ Gray 2007 ZX3 Focus: Borla Cat-back exhaust SteedaCAI SVT Euro wheels. Vogtland lowering springs Tokico HP Blue shocks and struts.

10-17-2006, 05:02 PM	#80
swalters Rookie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Fremont CA Posts: 22	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! i have a question. focaljet-1 just posted this in the frpp section: Part No. M-5560-ZX3B 2006+ Focus lowering springs for ZX3/4/5, approximately 1.2" front and 1.6" rear. Retail price: $215 ------------------------------------------- Part No. M-18000-ZX3V 2006+ Focus uprated dampers for ZX3/4/5. Same valving as 2006 ST. Retail price: $195 ------------------------------------------- Part No. M-3000-ZX3A SVT Focus suspension kit with pre-assembled front strut assemblies including new top mounts, bearings, spring perches, boots, bumpstops and fasteners. Retail price: $350 what i want to know is if that last one, the svt focus suspension kit is the same one as the m-3000-zx3 which fits 2000-2005 foci or if it's a new one for the 06+. FRPP hasn't updated their site so there is no further information there. I'm under the assumption that it's a combination of the first two items but i could be wrong. thanks. __________________ -Scott 06 Cloud 9 White ZX3 Focus

10-18-2006, 09:25 PM	#82
carlfreddy Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 1,311	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! Is there a phone number listed on the FRPP site? (My satellite terminal at work won't let me go there) My bet is that kit is for 06+ Foci since there 00-04 SVT suspension kit has been available for some time now. Regardless, this is all good news. In no time us 06+ Focus owners will have lots of aftermarket suspension options. __________________ 2006 ZX3 For Sale: *OEM 18mm Front Sway bar*

10-19-2006, 02:51 PM	#84
swalters Rookie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Fremont CA Posts: 22	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! Ok so I called FRPP on my lunch break and got the lowdown, at least what they could tell me after checking on it and keeping me on hold for 15 minutes. Part No. M-5560-ZX3B 2006+ Focus lowering springs for ZX3/4/5, approximately 1.2" front and 1.6" rear. Retail price: $215 These do exist and are in stock from what I've been told. ------------------------------------------- Part No. M-18000-ZX3V 2006+ Focus uprated dampers for ZX3/4/5. Same valving as 2006 ST. Retail price: $195 There was no records of these existing in they're databases. ------------------------------------------- Part No. M-3000-ZX3A SVT Focus suspension kit with pre-assembled front strut assemblies including new top mounts, bearings, spring perches, boots, bumpstops and fasteners. Retail price: $350 And this, from what I've been told, is in their system but not online and is "most likely and upgraded kit of the old SVT suspension and NOT for 06+." This one took him some time to look up and all the information he could get was quoted. I'm hoping that his best guess was wrong since he had no documentation to go by but at this point it doesn't look like it's for us. __________________ -Scott 06 Cloud 9 White ZX3 Focus

10-22-2006, 07:47 PM	#90
bblack Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 41	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! If it IS the SVT kit then would it lower the car like the SVT springs do (1/2 inch)? __________________ Gray 2007 ZX3 Focus: Borla Cat-back exhaust SteedaCAI SVT Euro wheels. Vogtland lowering springs Tokico HP Blue shocks and struts.

10-22-2006, 09:28 PM	#91
Nliiitend1 It's NOT progressive. IT'S LINEAR!!!! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: 32224 Posts: 4,249	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! I would imagine so. __________________ RIP: Modified Liquid Grey S2: 5-speed RIP: Modified 2001 White ZX3: 5-speed 2008 MS3 GT w/ no options 2006 Suzuki SV650N

10-23-2006, 12:53 AM	#92
BOSS122 TEAM Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: PA Posts: 807	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! If the front steering knuckle's strut bore size is larger on the '06 and '07, can't we jsut use a spacer around the bottom? Some of the peole that put Protoge adjsutable struts on the ZX2 ran into the same problem and some suspension shops sold them a spacer that goes in the hole in the knuckle to make up for the 1mm in bore difference. Is the rear suspension on the newer Focii still the same? __________________ '00 ZX2 S/R -15.82@85.91 stock - 15.1@97 with mods '08 Mustang GT Get your focus parts here! Discount performance parts

10-29-2006, 01:32 PM	#94
BOSS122 TEAM Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: PA Posts: 807	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! After reading all of this, if I do the SVT Focus brake swap on a 2007 Focus then it sounds like I should be able to use the earlier Focus style springs and shocks. I'm assuming this because I'd need to swap the front spindles from what I understand. __________________ '00 ZX2 S/R -15.82@85.91 stock - 15.1@97 with mods '08 Mustang GT Get your focus parts here! Discount performance parts

10-29-2006, 02:15 PM	#95
Nliiitend1 It's NOT progressive. IT'S LINEAR!!!! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: 32224 Posts: 4,249	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! yeah, and I'm pretty sure you need different front lower control arms too. __________________ RIP: Modified Liquid Grey S2: 5-speed RIP: Modified 2001 White ZX3: 5-speed 2008 MS3 GT w/ no options 2006 Suzuki SV650N

11-04-2006, 02:35 PM	#96
SoundoffFocus Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Laramie WY Posts: 2,373	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! GOOD NEWS for 06-07 owners. Ford racing has a suspension out for the )06+ Focus. A place on Ebay has it for 210 I am going to check a work for the price. Tim __________________ 08 Mercury Mariner Duratec 3.0 V6 4x4 Drag racing is for fast cars autocrossing is for fast drivers Team Focaljet: 5280 2002 USACi World Champion Jetfest 05 particapant

11-12-2006, 01:26 AM	#98
SoundoffFocus Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Laramie WY Posts: 2,373	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! It is for the springs. yet my parts at works doesn't have prices yet. Tim __________________ 08 Mercury Mariner Duratec 3.0 V6 4x4 Drag racing is for fast cars autocrossing is for fast drivers Team Focaljet: 5280 2002 USACi World Champion Jetfest 05 particapant

11-22-2006, 12:07 AM	#99
OneAMCoffee TEAM Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Menomonee Falls, WI Posts: 425	Re: 2006(& 2007) Focus Suspension Changes!! Discuss here! I just thought I would let everyo