Question from a 5.0 newbie

Wolfhound

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Okay, I used the search function and it didn't help me out. I recently purchased a 1992 5.0 and I am looking to give it a bit more power. I am pretty versed in the 4.6 but new to the 5.0. Here is what I have planned.

Mac long tube headers.
Edelbrock performer 5.0
E cam
Scorpion rocker arms
Would it benefit me to get a new Throttle Body? If so what size should I get? 65mm?

Thanks

 

mustangsquared

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get a H/C/I combo...TFS has 1 under $2500 that should add 35-50 Hp...get a 65-70MM TB and a 76MM MAF. Gears are always a good choice. Shorty headers and a good x pipe will help.

 

mustangsquared

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My bust...the TFS kit along with the Tb and MAF should add 50-65 Hp. You will still be emissions friendly and streetable.

 

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tjm73

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Do gears first. 3.73 is very good. 3.55 is ok if you drive it ALL the time. I did 3.55 and then went to 3.73. Never looked back.

Starting from scratch knowing what I know now....I'd either put the Trick Flow top end kit on it or go right straight to the Kenne Bell blower. Same kind of money either way.

 

Wolfhound

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Should I ditch the long tube and go with the shorties then? On the 4.6 the shorties aren't worth anything hp wise.

I don't think I am going to be putting a blower on this car. I am just looking to pick up the HP a bit without spending to much money. My 02 has sucked all of the money I had anyhow.

 

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stang2841

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the TFS kit along with the Tb and MAF should add 50-65 Hp


should be alot more then that ......