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  1. cavboy78

    Stereo Head Units

    I'm also looking into stereo options. I have found that IR remotes don't work well for a receiver that is not line of sight (i.e..glovebox, trunk, etc...). You can get an IR extender that is basically an eye that mounts somewhere unobtrusively, within LOS of the remote, and is hardwired into...
  2. cavboy78

    Is this worth it before I go back to Iraq?

    I was with 3/10th Mtn in AF when Gates extended us for an additional 4 months. I was lucky enough to get the 1k a month. I used it to promptly purchase the T-5 conversion and 4 wheel dic conversion for my 70 sportsroof...almost made it worth it...almost. give em hell over there!
  3. cavboy78

    detune an engine?

    Due to the 13" rotors on the front, i needed to put 17" rims on the car for proper clearance. As such, I am running 17x9s on the rear with 275/40/17 Kumho summer tires. I was already considering the g-force option if the t5 doesn't make it. I don't want to upgrade to a tko because of all...
  4. cavboy78

    detune an engine?

    Hack, I appreciate the feedback...i learned something new. Rustynut, Important point indeed. I do recognize the need to stop if i go. I already installed the vintage venom kit with the '04 cobra brakes on all four corners. I have decided to get the engine and am looking at some...
  5. cavboy78

    detune an engine?

    it should be around 415 at the flywheel...my plan isn't to hit the strip so much as it would be a daily/weekend driver with trips to the track.
  6. cavboy78

    detune an engine?

    I have a 1970 Sportsroof with the stock 302, a T5 conversion, and a Ford 8" rear. I have a line on a 347 stroker built by a friend of mine that makes around 415hp/415ft-lbs. It is almost too good a deal to pass on, but I don't want to crush my tranny and rear end with the power. What is a...