hows it going guys? i was just wondering what kind of mods i could do that cost 300 or less to my car...i already have the AFE intake in mind and i wanna get a Magnaflow thats describes on my sig....so could u guys give me some tips on what else i could do? oh, and is that exhaust i have in mind a good pick for my car or is there something better? and whats the difference between axleback and catback when referring to an exhaust?
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Grey 2004 40th Anniversary Edition V6er 5MT -BBK CAI
hows it going guys? i was just wondering what kind of mods i could do that cost 300 or less to my car...i already have the AFE intake in mind and i wanna get a Magnaflow thats describes on my sig....so could u guys give me some tips on what else i could do? oh, and is that exhaust i have in mind a good pick for my car or is there something better? and whats the difference between axleback and catback when referring to an exhaust?
hows it going guys? i was just wondering what kind of mods i could do that cost 300 or less to my car...i already have the AFE intake in mind and i wanna get a Magnaflow thats describes on my sig....so could u guys give me some tips on what else i could do? oh, and is that exhaust i have in mind a good pick for my car or is there something better? and whats the difference between axleback and catback when referring to an exhaust?
If you are looking for under $300, u may have to go with just axleback, but that keeps your existing Y-pipe which is restrictive...if you got true duals with an x or h-pipe, then you may get better sound but you will have to cut your rear bumper or get a GT takeoff to replace your existing...all in all that will cost more than $300, but you maybe more happier with the results! Ride around your town and talk to your local muffler shops...you may be able to get duals and all work done for $300...mine cost $456 out the door, for true Super 40's with H-pipe (see my sig)
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TriBar fender ponies & spinners-GT Foglights/Grille-Billet accesories(Interior)-8" Black Rubber Stubby antenna-True Dual Super 40's CatBack w/ H-Pipe-C&L CAI+XCALII & more
ok, well...between the exhaust and the intake...what should i get first?
ah, the age-old question... i think it comes down to what's more important to you.
i agree with rygen about the exhaust/tuner combo. i went with the C&L CAI and the SCT XCal2 from Bamachips for $650. It makes a very noticeable difference in performance and allows you to tweak the computer to your liking (things like speed/rev limiters, fuel octane level, tire size, etc.) even the best exhaust system is going to give you only a few more ponies at the rear wheels, but the CAI/tuner combo is a boost you can really feel. the other benefit is that this upgrade is easy to install yourself.
then again, getting a nice rumble is a big priority in my book as well. going axleback is quicker, easier, and cheaper, but like ricanpassion said, you'll still have the restrictive y-pipe. i went with catback duals (with an h-pipe) because i just had to have the symmetry of two stainless tips sticking out of the back... it is a big project, though, i gotta say, especially because you have to cut your bumper or buy a GT takeoff.
all in all, if you want the most performance for your money, save up for a tuner/CAI combo. if you want a simple, cheap upgrade that will give you a little performance boost and help your pony sound more like classic american muscle (and you like the single-exhaust look), get an axleback exhaust.
good luck! -Tim
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C&L CAI Bamachips XCal2 Vortex Duals Street Scene GT Grille 3dCarbon Ducktail 18" GT Fanblades Steeda Ultra Lites and more...
I do have to point out I went from a Y pipe dual kit to an X pipe. I did a before and after dyno comparrison and the gain was 2HP, which is arguable on a dynojet dyno. So for NA, duals are more a look/sound preference in my opinion. On FI, that is a whole other story. Either way, exhaust mods are in the must have category for a stang in my book, single or dual.
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Best 1/4: 10.97@122.09, 1.56 60ft w/4.0 V6 Best 1/4: 11.67@115.45, 1.64 60ft w/5.4 3V Best 1/8: 7.401@92.77, 1.65 60ft w/5.4 3V www.rygen.net/stang
ok, sounds good. so what are some small mods that wont take much out of my pocket that i can do to gain some hp and torque?
$40 K&N drop-in air filter. You'll notice a marginal increase in performance and it goes well with a single exhaust, and doesn't require a tune. And it's probably among the cheapest meaningful mods you can do. Not to mention, instead of waiting by the mailbox for days, you can go to Murray's or Auto Zone, or whatever they have by you, and pick it up right there, and drop it in right in the lot.
u guys help out a lot. thanks, this is my first mustang and im proud to say its mine cuz im paying for it. now i was wondering about what my ANGEL can do? i get **** and made fun of cuz its not a gt...and i dont care, i love my car no matter what. i know that the v6 are kinda in the gt's shadow but i was wondering how the mustang v6 compares to all other compact sports cars....would it still have an advantage being a mustang anyways? i just wanna know what kind of cars i CAN and CAN'T take being a stock 2005 V6.
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Grey 2004 40th Anniversary Edition V6er 5MT -BBK CAI
Our cars, with CAI/Tuner, a good tune, LSD, gears, good tires, lcas can break into the 14's on the 1/4 mile with a good driver. Take that, and compare it to this list to see how it stacks up to the competition:
Well said...so V6MustangKnight keep your head up & proud...and with time & some TLC you have your sixer acting, sounding & looking and maybe beating up on V8's!
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ORIGINAL: rygenstormlocke
Our cars, with CAI/Tuner, a good tune, LSD, gears, good tires, lcas can break into the 14's on the 1/4 mile with a good driver. Take that, and compare it to this list to see how it stacks up to the competition:
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TriBar fender ponies & spinners-GT Foglights/Grille-Billet accesories(Interior)-8" Black Rubber Stubby antenna-True Dual Super 40's CatBack w/ H-Pipe-C&L CAI+XCALII & more
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