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JASRX-8 02-08-2004 04:34 PM

what would i need?
 
what mods would i need to make my car faster than a mustang GT? how much would each of these mods cost. i dont want any mods that are internal, just bolt on. thank...BTW, im very new to this car

XK4 02-08-2004 05:12 PM

For twisty roads, you don't need any mods! :D

For a straight line drag race, maybe some of the other kind members here can help.


Dave

alphapenguin 02-08-2004 06:23 PM

get the acosta motor swap. that would do that job, for about... how much was it? 30k? or was it more than that. I dont remember.

JASRX-8 02-08-2004 08:51 PM

would intake header exhasut do the trick?

Outlaws eXtreme 02-08-2004 09:17 PM

You would need an entirely new motor to even catch up to a Mustang 2005....

Wrong car you bought if you wanted to "race" other cars... You should have bought the WRX STi or the EVO 8 for an import racer... or could have just bought the Mustang. Apperently you didn't care much for handling or comfort of the ride.

JASRX-8 02-08-2004 09:51 PM

well, FYI i dont have the car yet. im still finding information on it. and im not talkinga bout the '05's im talking about the generation before. like 03's....

93rdcurrent 02-08-2004 10:36 PM

You are talking about modding this car pretty heavily. You would need a turbo, A/F management computer w/aux input for turbo, high output fuel pump, headers/catback/high-flow cat/exhaust, CAI, and an intercooler wouldn't hurt. You could also shoot NOS. There are other considerations and brake/suspension upgrades to think of. Can it be done, HELL YAH. All for the right price of course. It's all money baby.

Omicron 02-08-2004 10:55 PM

A lot of money. figure $10,000 for starters.

RX8FanMan 02-09-2004 06:19 PM

ahahaha, i tried clickin that "lot"

JASRX-8 02-09-2004 08:39 PM

im gonna need a turbo to catch up to a low 14 second car? i am NOT talking about the 2005 models..okay, new question, what would i need to make my car a mid to high 13 second car?

mpt_yellowRX8 02-09-2004 10:42 PM

Canzoomers ecu mod seems to be adding this kind of power for the 6 speeds. It's priced pretty good too! $750(usd) I have heard nothing but good about it and am planning on getting one soon just for fun. Still, to outrun a gt will take skill and probably a little more money. But, Iwould have one had my ac compressor not gotten trashed by a rock. No, they're not covered, even if the car is less than a month old.

zoom44 02-09-2004 10:52 PM

it'll take those 6cyl mustangs now.

mpt_yellowRX8 02-09-2004 11:06 PM

Actually, now that I think about it. My friend owns a 2004 GT that i think of as stock. It does however have a new magnaflow exhaust, drop-in K&N, and performance chip in it. So my assumption was given a little too quick. It will probably hold its own, but the CZ Stage 1 is giving the car the numbers that you are looking for, and with a new exhaust and intake you will kill them.

B-Nez 02-09-2004 11:44 PM


Originally posted by JASRX-8
im gonna need a turbo to catch up to a low 14 second car? i am NOT talking about the 2005 models..okay, new question, what would i need to make my car a mid to high 13 second car?
2 of everything mentioned above - yeah, TWO tanks of NOS. :p

Dookie_Rx-8 02-10-2004 01:57 AM

i think you would need,
cz stage1 chip,cold air intake,headers,midpipe or high flow catsexhaust,proformance clutch( to shift faster)
thats pretty basic for people if you still think thats not enough get a cz stage2 chip, if your still not convinced theres always a turbo system (anywhere from 20-60%hp increase)
....well that should take care of the average car

mqandil 02-10-2004 02:42 AM

Just a reminder the CZ stage 1 is selling for $600 USD now. It will get you pretty close to the performance you are looking for.

mpt_yellowRX8 02-10-2004 11:29 AM

Thanks for the update on the price. I haven't been in touch with Maurice for a month, so I'm out of the loop.

Red Devil 02-10-2004 04:18 PM

A Stage 1 should definitely be enough to run with an '03 GT. Obviously, going after the Cobra is where it will take a hefty investment.


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