Forum: Chassis, Drivetrain, Suspension, Brakes & Tires
06-13-2008, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 12
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Forum: Project Cars
03-05-2008, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,104
73 mach 1 mustang
Bought the first round of mods for the mach. The plan is to have decent power but keep it streetable. Nothing crazy.
Got a great deal on a cam + valvetrain goodies. The cam is 240/246; .584/.588;...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
12-30-2007, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,106
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
12-29-2007, 03:10 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,106
electrical problems with guages
The coolant temp. guage never worked in the 73 mach, so I decided to update it with new guages (along with the oil pressure/volt. guage) while troubleshooting the problem
With a new sending unit...
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Forum: Dyno Room
11-30-2007, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,973
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Forum: Project Cars
11-29-2007, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 63
Views: 14,957
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-17-2007, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-16-2007, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-16-2007, 08:23 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
Several people make the bellhousing that bolts...
Several people make the bellhousing that bolts up. I want to say it's the same bolt patteron as a 289/302/351 since the 351c is from the small block family.
I don't believe the driveshaft yoke is...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-16-2007, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-16-2007, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
The g-force units are pretty pricey. They're...
The g-force units are pretty pricey. They're showing 2000$ for a remanu. kit with street gears. For that price I think I'd rather take my chances with a tremec.
The tremec was my first choice,...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-15-2007, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-15-2007, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
Now I'm surprised by the responses, especially...
Now I'm surprised by the responses, especially Italian's and Lee's. I thought T5's were notorious for breaking when you start putting down power. I figured people would like their tremecs.
Maybe...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-15-2007, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,671
TKO 500/600 clutchquestions
I'm looking at swapping to a TKO 500 or 600 soon. I wasn't sure if the 600 would be overkill, but it's not much more to get the 600. The setup isn't going to be too wild. Best case scenario is a 383c...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-12-2007, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,103
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-12-2007, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,103
Either way building a high hp is impressive. I...
Either way building a high hp is impressive. I know it's a lot of work no matter how you go. I can appreciate what you went through the couple times I've tried for consistently fast times down the...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-12-2007, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,103
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-12-2007, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,103
I will buy you a cookie for building a stroked...
I will buy you a cookie for building a stroked motor that puts down huge torque. It always doesn't involving comparing torque numbers per your response. Or even hp numbers for that matter. Dyno...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-12-2007, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,103
Who cares. Do lighter cars need huge amounts of...
Who cares. Do lighter cars need huge amounts of torque? Why do I need to make 450ftlbs if I can rev it to the moon and make power? If my basic setup nets 300whp/300ftlbs on pump, it's not out of the...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-12-2007, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,103
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
07-11-2007, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,103
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
05-22-2007, 01:09 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,360
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
05-21-2007, 08:06 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,360
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
05-09-2007, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,859
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
12-21-2006, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,474
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
12-17-2006, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,474
basic tuning on a 03 cobra
My friend has an 03 cobra that was programmed with a handheld tuner (superchips?). The cobra has minimal mods, smaller pulley, intake, and I think that's it. Basically the car likes to die between...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
07-01-2006, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
:rofl: The car is fun as hell, it's great catching people off guard in a big way. Once I get finish getting the car sorted out I'll be whomping on everyone :D 6k launches and ~380whp is tough :D
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-29-2006, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
I moved it in case it was getting passed around against my knowledge. :yup:
http://www.acsllconline.com/images/pass1.wmv
Boost is now at 22lbs and a bit leaner so it's pulling better. But...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-28-2006, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
I think we're going to shoot for running this friday night at the huntsville 1/8th. I have to goto a rehearsal :mad: beforehand, but I should be able to make it out for the last bit of test & tune...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-23-2006, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
I couldn't remember if some people got pissy over people street racing so I was just throwing in my disclaimer :D I don't care to hear it sometimes. I know the risks and sometimes I do it anyway.
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-23-2006, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
Do not post outside this forum. I don't have the bandwidth.
Yes it was done on a clear open road near my house. If you don't like people street racing, then obviously I don't give a shit since I'm...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-23-2006, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
Most of my money has been dumped in the suspension. Here's the relevant engine mods.
90 TSi AWD 5spd
stock longblock with 60-trim
Full 3" exhaust with o2 elim.
Extreme Intercoolers street...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-21-2006, 09:26 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
The help was much appreciated.
Even though our cars are similiar, his feels a lot faster. With the suspension being soft and the huge amount of torque, you get the nice throwback feeling. The...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-21-2006, 03:31 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
And the verdict is: kinked boost gauge line. He's in the process of fixing it now. Now if only he can figure a way to outrun my talon he'll be all set :lol:
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-20-2006, 03:11 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
It has an aftermarket boost gauge. Car had 6k miles when I bought it, now has 13k.
Last full boost run before the accident saw 12psi at mid 80s in DC. I can see the weather accounting for some of...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-20-2006, 01:48 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
99LS1's friend posting under his account.
The belt seems fine. This is my first performance car, and it seems to me if the belt was slipping I'd smell it. Or have some build up of dust somewhere,...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-20-2006, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
Re: 03 cobra boost issue
99LS1's friend posting under his account.
Intake was undamaged in the accident.
I visually checked the intercooler for leaks but didn't see any. I'd expect a rather large tear to cause a leak...
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
06-19-2006, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 10,349
03 cobra boost issue
99LS1's friend posting under his account.
I have an 03 cobra that has exhaust, lower pulley, intake, handheld tune, misc mods. Boost when I bought it was set at 15lbs and has always been that. I...
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
05-23-2006, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,558
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
05-22-2006, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,550
Re: I bet this is a handful to drive
That's the same car I posted the video of in the studio :yup:
This is another video IMV Films made of it, before the turbo setup. Dyno'ed 625whp :drool:
DUW, 145meg.
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Forum: Chassis, Drivetrain, Suspension, Brakes & Tires
05-17-2006, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,496
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Forum: Tweecer
10-20-2005, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,131
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Forum: Dyno Room
10-18-2005, 04:13 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,787
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Forum: Project Cars
10-13-2005, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 157
Views: 32,409
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Forum: Tweecer
10-07-2005, 02:56 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,163
Re: Fyi...
If you'd listen to me and just strenghten the floor welds of your diamond studded floorboard you wouldn't be in this mess :D :jester:
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Forum: Mod Motor Tech (4.6 & 5.4)
10-06-2005, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,492
Re: What's Next Is.....
If the main purpose is for cornering, spend the money elsewhere. Even before that I'd go out and run events before dropping that kind of dough without first seeing how your current setup will work.
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Forum: Tweecer
10-05-2005, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,163
Re: Fyi...
:lol: Damn I thought mine was bad. I still need to lean mine out some more, but with a 50/50 mix of hwy/very spirited city driving I got 20.5
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Forum: Ford Pushrod Tech (5.0 & 5.8)
10-03-2005, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,399
Re: do you suggest a KB with this
Having the power naturally is almost always better than going forced unless you have to. Having a mild n/a package seems to be a lot easier to handle and a better route in the beginning.
Plus the...
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Forum: Product Review
09-21-2005, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 5,584
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Forum: EEC Management
09-16-2005, 08:48 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,898
MAFT Pro
http://www.fullthrottletech.com/showthread.php?p=6887#post6887
Allows you to run different mafs, or convert to speed density, ditch the maf and run a map sensor. It has fuel control but I'm not...
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