Budget Mustang 2 Front Suspension IFS Kit 1953–1956 Ford F100, Customize Your Own

Budget Weld-On Mustang II Independent Front Suspension IFS Kit

Upgrade your classic 1953–1956 Ford F100 with our Budget Mustang II Front End Kit—an economical option for builders who want modern suspension performance without the premium price tag. This weld-on kit features the traditional Mustang II crossmember, original-style spring towers with T-bolts, and standard 1" control arms, making it an excellent choice for budget builds, mild street trucks, and classic restorations where cost-effective functionality is the priority. Even as a budget kit, it still includes many of the upgraded components found in our Premium version, and is a substantial step up from other brands’ budget Mustang II kits.

Key Features

Traditional Mustang II Crossmember

• Uses the classic OEM-style Mustang II geometry
• Affordable and reliable design perfect for daily drivers and street cruiser builds

✔ Original-Style Spring Towers with T-Bolt Alignment

• Uses the traditional T-bolt camber/caster adjustment system
• Proven design that works well for budget-minded builds
• Compatible with factory-style or aftermarket Mustang II components

✔ Standard 1” Thick Control Arms

• Reliable tube control arms used in thousands of builds
• Cost-effective solution compared to premium 1.25” TIG-welded control arms
• Available in coil and shock, coilover, and airbag configurations

Shared Upgraded Components (Same as Your Premium IFS Kit)

Even though this is your budget-friendly kit, you still include premium hardware and braking components that most competitors don’t offer in their economy kits:

Steering Rack and Pinion Options

• Manual steering rack
• Power steering rack (includes PTFE stainless steel braided hoses and fittings)

Spindle Options

• Stock height spindles
• 2” drop spindles (Note: Mustang II geometry alone drops ride height about 2")

Rotor Bolt Patterns

• 5x4.5
• 5x4.75
• 5x5
• 5x5.5
• 6x5.5

Suspension Options

• Coil and Shock
• Coilovers
• Airbags (includes shocks and upper shock brackets)

Complete Brake System Included

• Zinc-coated drilled & slotted rotors (standard)
• Stainless steel braided brake hoses (standard)
• Silver zinc-coated or black powder-coated calipers (standard)
• Bearings, seals, dust caps, and hardware

Complete Install Kit

• Tie rods
• Steering components
• Brackets
• Hardware
• Boxing plates

Why Choose This Budget Mustang II Front Suspension IFS Kit?

• Cost-effective solution for F100 builds
• Uses Mustang II geometry and components
• Compatible with a massive range of aftermarket parts
• Modernizes ride quality, steering response, and alignment capability
• Designed to fit all 1953, 1954, 1955, and 1956 Ford F100 trucks
• Perfect for budget builds, restorations, weekend cruisers, or mild performance setups