Some tuning advice for a newbie.

Hey everyone. I'm ready to finally start modding my Mustang after enjoying it in stock form for about 3 months. One thing I keep reading about is the "Diablo tune."

Now, I'm new to the new car world. My previous cars were an 84 El Camino which was computer controlled, but primitive; and a 1971 Chevelle (www.lateral-g.net/horton,) which used to be old school but has since been modded to an insane degree, though still no real computer controlled parts.

So if I may ask, what is the Diablo tune and how do I go about getting it done? Do I have to buy the Predator myself and tune it or are there shops here in SoCal that can do it for me for their cost? Which way is better for someone who isn't familiar with newer technology?

Also, I have a Borla system coming for the car and was wondering if anyone has had any experience with the 05 Borla kit. I'm just curious as all my prior experience with them has been great.

Thanks a million for any advice!
Kris Horton
www.carsbykris.com

cleveland said:

I do suggest an intake kit to go with your tuner though, you'll be pushing 30hp more with that combo.

-Dan

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Thanks for the info Dan! As far as an intake, I'm holding off as I'm plan on running a ProCharger very soon.

Thanks again,
Kris

That's a blow-through setup, so the carb/hat setup is ideal. ProChargers are like that. Vortech superchargers have box setups. The carb is specially modded for the hat. That's the best explanation I can give right now as I'm not to familiar with other brands of s/c's.

I hope to have a ProCharger on the Mustang by the end of the month, but I hear they are pretty backlogged, so I might have to wait a bit.

Kris