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    4.6 3V to 5.4 4V engine swap DTC’s - need help!

    Okay guys I know a bunch of members have done the 5.4 4V swap and I ran into some DTC’s that I’m hoping you guys can help with. The car runs and sounds good so that’s exciting. 2007 GT manual swapped to a 2007 GT500 5.4 4V with TR6060 I have the following 4 DTC’s - P1000 - P1229: intercooler...
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    4.6 3V Whipple - wants to swap Shelby Engine

    I've had my 2007 Mustang GT for 9 years and 9 months. It has just over 103,000Kms and 7 years/57,000kms of those are boosted with a Whipple 2.3 supercharger. It has run a best of 12.4 at 114MPH on 555R 20's on a 3100 DA day. I had intentions of installing a forged engine and supporting mods. I...
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    Which wheel/tire combo will be better?

    I currently have 20x11 Forgestar F14 with a 305/35/20 Nitto 555R. I am debating purchasing 18x9.5 (stock 07-09 GT500 SVT wheels) and pairing that with either a 555R or MT ET2 305/45/18. I can get either tire and 4 wheels for about $800 all in. Do you guys think the 18" package can achieve a...
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    Terrible news: RE low oil pressure

    While moving the car onto a drive on hoist the tech mentions a low RPM knock. Tells me to do a oil pressure test. This is what they said "65psi cold 30 psi warm. Spec warm at 2000 rpm 75 psi......your car......." "65 psi....motor is weak" So I haven't heard what the think it needs. But I'm...
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    Looking for opinions / advise - forged short block options

    I found this engine which is semi-local (2 hours away) http://alberta.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-auto-parts-tires-engine-engine-parts-2005-And-Up-Mustang-4-6-With-Forged-Internals-Never-Run-W0QQAdIdZ476013592 I like that its 9.3:1 for compression and forged. I can get this engine for $2800...
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    Lots of parts to install tomorrow.

    I've been waiting and waiting to get some work done. Finally the stars have aligned, the parts have arrived, the shop has time and I have money. Parts to be installed FRPP - 4.10 gears FRPP - Diff Cover FRPP - Diff Axle Exchange 1 piece shaft. OEM - clutch OEM - flywheel (Both were free -...
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    Broken Corsa exhaust

    I think it's going to be time for a new exhaust system. After 7 passes last nighty exhaust now sounds like this. http://youtu.be/iiEura-97v4 iiEura-97v4 Please ignore the fact I filmed it in the wrong direction.
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    Does anyone recognize this car?

    Just rolled into my shop. Wonder if anyone recognized it?
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    Seat swap - Recaro to power seats (2013 GT500)

    I have a customer who is unhappy with the Recaro seats in his 2013 GT500. He feels they are uncomfortable on long trips. He wants the dealership I work for to swap the seats from a standard GT500 (we have a used non-recaro 2013 GT500 donor car)for his Recaros. I know a lot of guys have gone...
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    More BOOST!

    After 23,000kms of running the 3.625" pulley and seeing about 8.5 lbs of boost I had the service department throw on the 3.5" pulley on. Didn't feel any gains on the butt dyno, but I am taking it to the track Friday to confirm any gains. Does anyone think there could be belt slip from the...
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    How can I tell/inspect if my X pipe is damaged?

    I have had my Bassani X pipe with high flow cats on my car for about 40,000km's (25,000miles if you prefer). 20,000km's of that driving has been with a Whipple supercharger and custom dyno tune. Recently I hear a metallic rattle and my car sounds louder ( maybe more raspier too at certain...
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    Need a drivetrain? - Forged Engine, TVS2300, trans, d-shaft

    Was surfing eBay found this deal thought I'd post it for you guys to see, hope thats alright. It's not mine, but thought somebody might want this...feel free to move if its not in the right section...
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    GT500 Brembo + DBA 5000's or Saleen/Stoptech kit

    I've been considering 2 routes to take on the big brake kit. Looking for insight or experience. Option #1 - take off or new GT500/ 2011+ Mustang Brembo 4 piston - 14" DBA-5000 2 piece rotors - stainless lines - hawk or ebc pads Approx. $1500 Option 2 - 6 piston Saleen (Stoptech) calipers...
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    Axle Exchange questions...

    I just bought a used 4" aluminum 1 piece axle exchange driveshaft and an MGW short throw shifter. questions i have- - should i have the shaft balanced before install? (seller said it was perfect; he upgraded to carbon fiber... - should i wait to install the shaft until i get a safety loop? i...
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    Road trip...which tires?

    I have a 2400km road trip upcoming (that's 1500miles). I currently have Nitto 555R (305/35/20) rear tires and Falken FK452's on the fronts. For the road trip do I: 1 - Make the trip as is with 555R's (currently have less then 1000kms use). Worried about wear; trip is 90% highway, through...
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    Car at the track.

    Car at the track. 555R's on Forgestar F14's. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/evolizephoto/5742352764/sizes/l/ http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/evolizephoto/5741798417/sizes/l/
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    Did my tall tires cost me? 555r's

    I have a 387 rwhp Whipple mustang. Previous PB was 13.04 at 109mph. This was on street tires 285/35/19 ( 26.9 overall diameter). 2.05-2.1 were my sixty foot times. I added adjustable d-specs, PHB, LCA, uca and uca relocation brackets plus 305/35/20 Nitto 555r ( overall diameter 28.4). My 60...
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    Whipple 3V Pulley Poll -

    As the thread states -I am wondering what pulley guys are using on their stock 3V blocks with Whipples. Currently I'm using a 3.625" on an HO system, Gen 2, seeing about 8.5 psi on the dyno. I want to go to a 3.5". But want to be safe. I know a lot is based on the tune. My car has been dyno...
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    0.01 Improvement on ET 3mph in Trap

    Previous PB was a 13.04 @ 109.26mph at Race City in Calgary AB. (3500 feet altitude) 2.06 60 foot New PB is 13.03 @ 112.06mph at Castrol Raceway in Edmonton AB. (1900 feet altitude) 2.05 60 foot All my other passes in Edmonton were in the 13.1's with 2.05-2.07 60 feet at high 111mph trap...
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    2nd Night out Whippled at the 1320

    Setup is Whipple HO, 8psi pulley, stock suspension, 2010 gt500 take off 285/35/19 Goodyear F1 rears, 3.55 gears manual. The best of my 5 passes last night at Race City in Calgary was 13.044 @ 109.2 MPH (2.089 60' time) . Also had a 13.116 @ 108.12 (2.063 60' time) but hit the limiter in 3rd at...
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    Gt500 brake kit

    Has anyone investigated piecing a GT500 Brake kit together for a GT s197. I know the Ford Racing kit has, rotors, calipers, pads, lines and brackets... is there any point just buying the GT500 Calipers from a dealer, then getting better slotted rotors and Hawk pads with aftermarket stainless...
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    1st time out with Whipple at the 1320

    Setup is Whipple HO, 8psi pulley (386rwhp mustang dyno), stock suspension, 2010 gt500 take off 285/35/19 Godyear F1 rears on 19" TSW wheels and exhaust, stock 3.55 rear gears My previous best with WMS 95mm intake, SCT tune, bassani x pipe and corsa exhaust was 14.22 at 100.22mph. 60 foot times...
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    My whipple and pulley size

    My Whipple HO, 47lb.hr injectors, GT500 pumps, Brisk plugs and IAT relocation are at the US/Canada border. It should get it here on Friday or Monday. It's a Gen 2 kit and I specified getting a 3.5 pulley, it will also be dyno tuned after the install. Should I be worried about the stock...
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    Calgary Alberta Mustanger

    Hey Guys Nick from Calgary Alberta, I have an 07 GT with a couple bolt ons (Corsa Exhaust, Bassani X, WMS 95mm intake, 19" tsw wheels, Saleen front end). Looking to do the whipple pretty shortly. Glad to be on a new forum with everyone.

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