Hello all! I am the proud owner of a brank spanking new 06 GT and i'm wondering where to start with soem mods. I had a 00 Gt which had quite a bit of work done to her but it seems times are a changing. So, for thoes of you who have had their stangs more than a week and could lead me in the right direction i would greatly appreciate the advice. Thanks in advance, as always you guys rock!
Help a brother out!
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BrutalStang
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can we get some pics of that new brute?
i love new GT's. now i need mine dangit!
since this is tech, try tires, buddy of mine got better tires on his 05 GT convert, and he says it makes a huge difference.
i love new GT's. now i need mine dangit!
since this is tech, try tires, buddy of mine got better tires on his 05 GT convert, and he says it makes a huge difference.
celticstanger
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celticstanger
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What post? The spring breaking one?Trist06GT said:
Axel back = mufflers & tips (I think
). I can tell you, the mid pipe makes a whole world of difference!
C&L Cold Air Intake puts the competition to shame in the engine dressup department. Please don't get me started with the JLT being cool to the touch crap. My numbers at the track speak for themselves.
Tuner SCT XCal-II or DIablosport Predator. I bought my Predator before the Xcal-II came out and I don't regret it.
Diablosport put's their updates on their website so you can download them yourself. Also the CAI tunes for the C&L and Steeda .
More tuners use SCT so it may be a better option depending on which shop will be tuning your car.
Steeda Underdrive Pulleys. Don't skimp on quality. I saw better than 1/10th of a second difference with the pulleys.
Longtube Headers and mid-pipe. Go with an H-Pipe if you want to keep it sounding like a real stang. Go with an X-Pipe if you want it to sound more european. As for the headers JBA, Kooks, or Stainless Works.
Longtube headers are a b!tc* to put in. At least a 6 hour install.
I went with the JBA Longtubes with the Catted H-Pipe and left the stock mufflers. The car sounds mean when you step on it.
Axlebacks at best give you 5HP. Put them on if you want.
4.10 gears or higher. Even though I haven't done mine yet out of everyone I know who has done them none of them thinks they went too tall. Some even wish they went with 4.30's
Throttlebody forget it. I was speaking with Jim Jr. of JDM Engineering at the Fun Ford Weekend in Epping NH. this August and I was told that the stock throttlebody is good for up to 400hp
Timeslips Don't Lie, Politicians Do
Tuner SCT XCal-II or DIablosport Predator. I bought my Predator before the Xcal-II came out and I don't regret it.
Diablosport put's their updates on their website so you can download them yourself. Also the CAI tunes for the C&L and Steeda .
More tuners use SCT so it may be a better option depending on which shop will be tuning your car.
Steeda Underdrive Pulleys. Don't skimp on quality. I saw better than 1/10th of a second difference with the pulleys.
Longtube Headers and mid-pipe. Go with an H-Pipe if you want to keep it sounding like a real stang. Go with an X-Pipe if you want it to sound more european. As for the headers JBA, Kooks, or Stainless Works.
Longtube headers are a b!tc* to put in. At least a 6 hour install.
I went with the JBA Longtubes with the Catted H-Pipe and left the stock mufflers. The car sounds mean when you step on it.
Axlebacks at best give you 5HP. Put them on if you want.
4.10 gears or higher. Even though I haven't done mine yet out of everyone I know who has done them none of them thinks they went too tall. Some even wish they went with 4.30's
Throttlebody forget it. I was speaking with Jim Jr. of JDM Engineering at the Fun Ford Weekend in Epping NH. this August and I was told that the stock throttlebody is good for up to 400hp
Timeslips Don't Lie, Politicians Do
Here is a thread with my mods and dyno sheet:
http://franksperformance.com/Forums/index.php?showtopic=161&pid=659&st=0&#entry659
I got really good power out of just a CAI, cats, x-pipe and axle back and custom SCT tune. Ended up with 299 rwhp and 323 rwtq.
http://franksperformance.com/Forums/index.php?showtopic=161&pid=659&st=0&#entry659
I got really good power out of just a CAI, cats, x-pipe and axle back and custom SCT tune. Ended up with 299 rwhp and 323 rwtq.
celticstanger
Member
thump_rrr said:
Perhaps it is, but it doesn't change the fact that bigger tb = more air in, more quickly.
There are plenty of threads in here about very satisfied customers who've replaced their tb's (ignore the unlucky guys who over-tightened their spring), and I can assure you that whether or not it contributes massively to any hp increase, the car definately gets up and goes appreciably quicker. This aint an opinion, I've got it on my car and know.
celticstanger said:
The limitation is to how much air the head can flow. If you are using a blower at 8 psi you are moving roughly 1.5 times the air your stock motor was originally moving.
Don't get me wrong it doesn't hurt but that money can go elsewhere where it can make bigger improvements. such as longtube headers. or a port and polish
crewwolfy
Member
Don't forget to lower your stang. Eibach or steeda lowering springs, Koni shocks, BMR adjustable suspension items.
Man i forgot how much info you guys have. on my 00 GT i threw on a 70mm TB (along with a lot of other stuff) and it did help with rpm hang ect. When i first poped the hood i saw the TB and thought to myself...self, that has got to go and get a oval TB. but after a few days of looking at the threads i discovered i was in a whole new world compared to what i was used to. Thanks for all the advice.....let the bank account be empty and the hp grow
willys1
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Ifs its an auto go for a high speed stall,it can add over a half a second in 1/4 miles times!! Also if its an auto 430's would be my choice of gear,yes Ford makes 430's.And exhaust work with a bigger throttle body..And K&N just released a CAI and filter that gives you 9HP and 6lbs. of torque!!With those mods your stang will be "quite" a bit faster
willys1
Active Member
yeah but 5 horse here and 5 horse there it starts to add up,,Alec said:Damn drive it stock for a few. You might need warranty workHope not but....... enjoy.
BTW stay away from the TB and cold air stuff.
Price+Performance. Little 5hp gains for $200 sheesh
Alec said:BTW stay away from the and cold air stuff.
Price+Performance. Little 5hp gains for $200 sheesh
Can you explain why he should stay away from the cold air stuff I gained 30 H.P from a CAI and tuner dyno proven and I have not had any warranty issues yet and the Spanish oak processor has been accessed three times by the dealer for warranty work.
