new guy with some ?

[Project Stang]

whats up guy? i am new to the mustang world but not new to cars... i have been trying to search my answer but no luck yet.. i just got a 90 fox body with the 2.3 5 speed. and here are some things i was wanting to know.

1) i am wanting to open the exhaust up a little bit what should i go with? ( i seen something about long tube header whats a website i could look at that )

2) i was wanting to try and find a short shifter for it.. is there a web site to look at it and see about how much im going to have to spend?

3) i am also wanting it to handle a little bit better what could i do???

well i think that it for now. oh and the 2.3 will be comeing out in the summer time...

well thanks for your time
Ricky

 

[stykthyn]

if you are serious about removing the 2.3 then putting any more parts on it would be a waste. save your money for whatever swap you have in mind as 4cyl qnd 8cyl parts really arent compatible.

 

[351wcoupe]

whats up guy? i am new to the mustang world but not new to cars... i have been trying to search my answer but no luck yet.. i just got a 90 fox body with the 2.3 5 speed. and here are some things i was wanting to know.

1) i am wanting to open the exhaust up a little bit what should i go with? ( i seen something about long tube header whats a website i could look at that )

2) i was wanting to try and find a short shifter for it.. is there a web site to look at it and see about how much im going to have to spend?

3) i am also wanting it to handle a little bit better what could i do???

well i think that it for now. oh and the 2.3 will be comeing out in the summer time...

well thanks for your time
Ricky

1) Check out www.stinger-performance.com he can hook you up with nearly all you would need. While there check out the black coupe

2)I use a Pro 5.0 Shifter on the black coupe that you'll see on stinger's page. That is in every car I own and thats all I'll ever go with.

3)The after market world is yours to choose from but remember alot of the lowering springs don't lower a 2.3 as much.

 

[Shawneebear93]

I run a long tube header made by Pacesetter (www.racerwalsh.com) with a full custom exhaust setup.


Suspension - most around here say to start with anti-sway bars off of a GT as they're the most cost effective. Lowering springs are offered by Eibach and Ford Racing Performance Parts.

Your best bet for performance would be a turbo swap. Search these boards and www.turboford.org and you'll find a multitude of information.

 

[Project Stang]

thanks for the info guys.. i think im going to keep the stang just for a daily driver since i all ready one another project wich is a s10 please dont hat me b/c i have a chevy and a ford... but the way i see it is if it runs and drive take it...lol

 

[Shawneebear93]

HaHa no worries man. You droppin' a 350 in it?

 

[HalfPackLX]

Hey there. Welcome to the world of 2.3l mustangs.

I recently bought a MGW short throw shifter, but haven't installed it yet. All the reviews I've seen make it sound like it works very well. It is very well made. try a search for MGW shifters on a search engine. Most shifters go for $160-180.

I am ordering the racer walsh header.(Pace setter)$175d. If you don't have smog testing cut off the cats. Or replace the exhaust with a new pipe and better flowing muffler. I'm going with a 2.25" exhaust, but 2" may be better for you.

What do you guys think? 2" or 2.25" for his mild 2.3l na?

http://www.uprproducts.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=928

UPR Has Eibach made PRO-Kit springs for v6/4cilinder mustangs for 150. lowers the car 1.5" and are more stiff. They are PRO_KIT SRINGS with a UPR lable added to them and are $70-80 less than many other online stores...I don't know how shipping prices compare though.
http://www.uprproducts.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=928

Problem with modifying the ride height is that you may want to get caster camber plates to correct allignment and a bump steer kit too. But that's all optional
They also have steel Caster plates for $120
http://www.uprproducts.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=1073

GT swaybars from a salvage yard are a cheap way to go, You'll need the correct sway bar bushings. Aftermarket swaybars are great if you pony up.


My problem is that I get a part and then I want or need another part to get the most out of it and it continues to snow ball. $$$


IMO
So the best way to go for cheap is to hit the salvage yards and get GT sway bars-$40-80(I'm not sure if they are the same as 5.0l LX bars). UPR Springs(150+ shipping) (if you want a little lowering). Maybe a mid 90's header from a 2.3l ranger($30-60) though the long tube is probably better. Cut the cats. Cheap but better flowing muffler. Build a cold air induction setup. There may be some plans on this site for the inducition. I know there are guys that have done it.

Well, good luck and have fun.

Ohh, don't worry about the s-10, in the 2.3l forum we are "breaking the mold" of the 5.0l craze anyways. So whatever floats your boat.

 

[88stangmangt]

i would save my money...