The fitment on LMR says only for 87-93 and on the Bilstein website it also says there is no struts for my 1986 Mustang GT.
The KYB struts fit 79-86 5.0 & 2.3
The QA1 struts note 79-93 fitment, but 87-93 fitment must use the included spacer because the original strut is narrower and needs the spacer for proper fitment.
The Eibach shock & strut kit fits 79-04, but notes "Spacer shims are included for proper strut to spindle fitment on 87-93 5.0L and all 94-04."
So from what I can gather 87-93+ Mustangs need some type of spacer shim unless the strut is already built at a slightly larger size to accommodate the fitment since they were built the exact same size as the 1986 Mustang spindle.
Are Bilsteins out of the question for me? Or should I just consider the other brands that say 87-93 Mustangs need a spacer shim for proper fitment, that way I know I will get proper fitment on my 86 GT? Anyone who has changed their struts with aftermarket performance ones and can chime in would be a great help to me and anyone else wondering. Thanks for your time!
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