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  1. SVT Rider

    key question

    Seems like the PATS transponder is located lower in the key. https://mechanics.stackexchange.com/questions/12766/where-can-i-drill-a-hole-in-my-ford-key
  2. SVT Rider

    2009 GT v8 5 speed with 3:31 gears from The factory?

    Honestly in my opinion, the 3.55 works ideal for a road course car with the factory TR3650 gearing; I analyzed the taller 3.73 and 4.10 gears for the tracks in my area, and they would have put my shifts into areas that were not beneficial or too short of a gear spacing. Being able to stay in a...
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    2009 GT v8 5 speed with 3:31 gears from The factory?

    Ford went back and forth on this throughout the 2005-2010 S197 years. For the 2005 and 2006 years, the GT Manual came with 3.55 only (standard). For the 2009 year, the 3.55 was optional while the 3.31 was standard (both options came with limited slip on the GT), and yes the 3.73 came with the...
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    Torque Specs

    The suspension bolt area on the S197 is not a torque-to-yield bolt area; however, the service manual still calls out new fasteners here. And there is good reason. There is a lesser known piece in this area which has resulted in broken spindles (search the forums). The strut-to-spindle bolts have...
  5. SVT Rider

    Torque Specs

    For the 4.6L 3V with the TR3650 Transmission: Flywheel Torque: 59 lb-ft in a star pattern (6-bolt) Pressure Plate: NOTE: Always install new pressure plate bolts. Using a suitable clutch aligner, position the clutch disc on the flywheel, then install the pressure plate and new pressure plate...
  6. SVT Rider

    Rear light wiring problems

    You can reference the wire diagrams in this post: https://themustangsource.com/forums/f739/2005-2009-ford-mustang-s-197-gen-1-tail-light-wiring-diagram-458049/ If you don't find what you need, let me know and I can lookup in my '07 service manual. Best of luck!
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    Mustang GT 2008 and engine sound

    This. The 2011 5.0L Mustang (and sounds like maybe 2010 for the 4.6L) started using a "sound tube" that was calibrated to bring in engine bay noise to the cabin to enhance the sound from the Coyote. If done right for the 4.6L, it could enhance the cabin sound.
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    4.6 3v phaser repair? Weld or tap in roll pin?

    It is unfortunate that Ford did not provide you with support for the defective new sprocket. That is not right. I feel this is the path that needs further evaluation so they make it right and also fix the problem in their production line, whether another call (possibly getting a different...
  9. SVT Rider

    Shifter Install Question

    Yes, this fastener is on there tight (torque spec is 30 lb-ft) and it is in a tight spot to get a wrench in there. As mentioned you should use a 6-point socket with ratchet to untorque it. A typical 12 point closed end wrench or open end is going to round the head. If you are concerned about...
  10. SVT Rider

    Clunky Shifts '05 Stock 5 Speed Manual

    People have had good luck with replacing the plastic OEM bushings with the bronze ones from AMP for the TR3650 remote linkage: https://ampdistributing.com/collections/tr3650-5-speed-transmission/products/2005-2010-mustang-gt-v6-5-speed-manual-bronze-transmission-shift-bushing-kit I added the...
  11. SVT Rider

    Seat Belts

    Went down this path before too. Bought the one from LMR to find out that the connector did not fit and that there was a change over of part number mid-year. LMR worked with me to return and was understanding. I found the correct part number for my mid-year 07 coupe build and then did a...
  12. SVT Rider

    Mustang Failsafe Engine temp

    Sounds almost like a ground or short issue. Did a wire possibly get pinched when installing the radiator? Have you tried disconnecting the battery for 30mins and then reconnecting to reset the PCM?
  13. SVT Rider

    Mysteriously difficult part to find?

    Yep, that rubber boot is the OEM boot. Might have to source one from the junkyard or a donor manual car. The '07 did not have any noise reducing foam, but you can get some aftermarket Dynamat pads which also is what is given in aftermarket shifters (MGW).
  14. SVT Rider

    Rear Hub Assembly

    Do note that the axles have different length (right vs left), so make sure you get the right one. RockAuto seems to do a decent job calling out the Left vs Rear for an axle, but just wanting to advertise it more clearly.
  15. SVT Rider

    P0303 and fuel gauge droppped out

    Highly recommend Motorcraft coils over aftermarket. The Motorcraft plugs are fine, but some favor the aftermarket brands for the 2007 and earlier heads with 2-piece spark plugs. Honestly, the newer Motocraft SP547 plugs for those years is supposed to remedy the issue, so choose what you will.
  16. SVT Rider

    P0303 and fuel gauge droppped out

    As a easy first step, you can try some Techron fuel additive to a tank of gas. There have been multiple S197 posts long ago about a sporadic/intermittent fuel level indication due to sulphur corrosion on the sending unit rheostat pickup (mine included, which was resolved with a tank or two of...
  17. SVT Rider

    Brenspeed Tunes?

    Another point is it sounded like from the OP intro post that it would be an install done in the shop as a package (not home install). Lito is awesome and I have heard he does remote tunes with a shop with a dyno, but there is some setup and logistics with timing that and then there's the...
  18. SVT Rider

    over revved even with oem tune?

    From the description and assuming its a manual, it sounds like you found 1st instead of 3rd? The OEM rev limiter is 6250rpm which already ends up in the red zone on the tachometer, but Ford went to 6500rpm on the Bullit in 2008 with no meaningful modifications to the engine. The aftermarket...
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    BEST BATTERY

    It was often the Shaker CD changer that went into cycle mode after turning the ignition off. This would drain the battery. By turning off the Stereo before turning off the car, it prevented that glitch with the CD changer from happening. I haven't seen that glitch on mine and the battery stays...
  20. SVT Rider

    Head Seats

    If I recall right, the Ford heated seats in a friend's 08 Bullitt were obnoxiously silly. They only stayed on for so many minutes before turning off. He disliked them because he had to keep toggling them on and they were only one heat level. I would recommend trying aftermarket heat...
  21. SVT Rider

    What engine oil and viscosity are you using?

    The OP has a 4.6L from the 2005-2010 generation of the S197...that Modular engine has the valve cover without the valve on the Driver's side: so the catch can goes on the driver's side. You are correct that on the 5.0L Coyote engine the valve is swapped and the Catch Can should go on the...
  22. SVT Rider

    What engine oil and viscosity are you using?

    Are you sure it is Catch Cans and not vent breathers that are illegal in CA? I wouldn't put it past the state, but the closed system Can separator seems stupid (but so are a bunch of other laws and taxes in that state). As for the winter weight of 5w vs 10w, the weight difference in warmer...
  23. SVT Rider

    What engine oil and viscosity are you using?

    The engine ran smoother/quieter (both idle and under load) and the responsiveness to engine throttle inputs were a notch more pronounced/compliant.
  24. SVT Rider

    What engine oil and viscosity are you using?

    I used Motorcraft 5w-20 synthetic mix and FL820S Motorcraft filters for much of my 07's daily driving. The filter is really a good filter with the proper anti-drainback valve. Once the car became a HPDE road course car, I switched to 5w-30. The 5w-30 is a better oil weight all around, especially...
  25. SVT Rider

    Hello from PNW WA

    Welcome from Portland, OR. It is really a decent vehicle. My 2007 has served me very well from daily driver (60k miles) to road track HPDE use. We may see each other on I-5 sometime. What color? Deluxe or Premium trim in GT? You should post some pictures if you get a chance.

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