Well, it seems I am most likely not going to sell my car unless I can find a buyer before the end of July.
I fear that I will sell it in early August and be with out a car for college which would be bad (at least for me).
So it looks like the $2200 I saved will be going into the six. :D
I'm thinking a big ass cam, with the 1.73 roller rockers and I'm going to add some LT's and get some hi-flo cats (the buzzing at hi rpms is getting to me).
If I don't go that route, I'm going with a Roush bumper and cobra r cowl hood and possibly a new spoiler.
I really want the cam though, so I need some help with it.
I want something with a big idle, but I would rather get one more for performance.
Also do I need a new set of springs, gaskets, pushrod/shim kit, lifters... or anything like that?
I've check rpm-mustangs and ssm and now I am just looking for the best route.
Suggestions welcome.
Xemeth
07-16-2007, 04:40 PM
Well, the more aggressive the cam, the more lopey the idle. But, the more aggressive the cam, the more low end torque you lose. It's a double edged sword.
Best bet is to call SSM, RPM Mustangs, etc... and tell them your plans and what you want out of the car/cam, and they'll recomend a cam or possible custom grind for you.
amrcnidyot
07-16-2007, 04:47 PM
id talk w/ ssm. ive been hearing some not so great things about rmp lately. i think he is having trouble keeping up with everyone and its causing everthing to fall way way behind. compcams makes a few differnt cams for the v6 too i think. and delkperformance is another good one.
laserred02
07-16-2007, 04:59 PM
supersixmotorsports.com, call tom and he will actually answer your questions and make sure you get everything you need to put down some serious N/A power
cominus
07-16-2007, 05:03 PM
Save your money and wait for that almighty cobra.
Durr727
07-16-2007, 05:43 PM
^ There will be plenty of time for that during school. [8D]
I just want something with a little more power now,a good tune with the cam should put me just around ~220rwhp according to me. :D
But I am going to talk to them about it and see what they say.
Black2theFuture
07-16-2007, 06:07 PM
[sm=noooo.gif]... that thing is beautiful man. well good luck with the situation.
Durr727
07-16-2007, 06:23 PM
No to what, I'm in favor of keeping it this thread. [8D]:D
jthorn9
07-16-2007, 08:07 PM
The best question for you is, how much is your intake going to flow. Remember, you have to have balance and support for the cam via the intake and heads. It sounds like you have it down with the heads, but what about the intake. You just can't drop in the largest cam on the market and expect everything to work fine. Also, how drivable do you want the car, the more aggressive the cam, the more "fun" and you know what I mean, the car becomes to drive, and the more gas it will consume. A decent cam sounds like one with a lift between .500/.500 to .512/.512. That will be more than aggressive enough to give you a mean ideal and great street performance, but not so overly agressive that you can't afford to drive the car.
Durr727
07-16-2007, 08:22 PM
Well about how much will all that cost H/C/I...for install. I imagine lets say $800 for the cam, rockers, and springs, then $350 for the lt's and cats...so $1150 + ~ like a grand for the install = ~$2200.
btw where can I find some hi-flow cats? haven't seen any around.
jthorn9
07-16-2007, 08:44 PM
I know magnaflow makes some, so does pypes.
Why not do the install yourself? I mean, if you have time, and want to learn about engines, just take the 4 or so days it will take an amature, to do the swap, just make sure you have somebody that knows a little something about cars help you, but yea, install will be over 1K.
1badsob_00
07-16-2007, 08:50 PM
Do the cam bro! Your car looks sweet as hell to me it would just money well spent on a cam vs putting a hood and bumper! Plus it would make your car sound pretty mean!
stanginlikeamug
07-16-2007, 09:28 PM
yeah your cars pretty bad ass. i voted for it in the ride of the month.
Durr727
07-16-2007, 10:05 PM
Thanks andI talked to Tom at ssm and this is what I am most likely going to go with.
212/218 custom CompCams billet camshaft
stud mount 1.7 ratio roller rocker arms
guide platesand inserts
studs/polyloks/shims
hardened pushrods
grand total = $1060 shipped to my door.
I am ordering it at the end of July, my birthday. :):D
Should give around 35rwhp according to Tom.
jthorn9
07-16-2007, 10:08 PM
That sounds about right.
Durr727
07-16-2007, 10:16 PM
Cool, so with a nice tune, I might just be able to hang with the almighty 2v GT.[8D]
mustangman02232
07-16-2007, 10:58 PM
are you still on the stock 7.5 rear?
hpwrestler220
07-16-2007, 11:30 PM
im pretty jealous of this...good luck.. i want a cam :(
Durr727
07-16-2007, 11:44 PM
ORIGINAL: mustangman02232
are you still on the stock 7.5 rear?
Unfortunately, yes, but that is my next project I guess you could say.
Xemeth
07-17-2007, 11:24 AM
ORIGINAL: Durr727
Cool, so with a nice tune, I might just be able to hang with the almighty 2v GT.[8D]
Ehhh, possible. What do you have done? Exhaust, CAI, short throw? With the cam you might get lucky and hit 210 or 215 rwhp. Possibly a stock auto GT.
But your car will sound awesome, lol.
Durr727
07-17-2007, 11:34 AM
Yeah, that's why I put hang haha. [8D]:D
This is what I will have done (if the cam is put on).
Performance
-212/218 Custom CompCams billet Camshaft
-Stud Mount 1.7 Ratio Roller Rocker Arms
-Guide Plates& Inserts
-Studs/Polyloks/Shims
-Hardened Pushrods
-Flowmaster Force II Catback
-Original 40 Series Mufflers
-Custom Fabbed H-Pipe
-No Catalytic Converters w/ mil's
-ASP Underdrive Pulley
-ASP Ribbed Pulley Belt
-Steeda Tri-Ax Short Throw
-Shifter Base & Handle Gasket
-K2 Motors CAI
-SCT Superchips Performance Custom Eliminator Performance Chip
-SCT Handheld Tuner (93 Octane Tune)
-Screamin' Demon Coil
-Livewires
Wheels/Tires
-18x9 Chrome Saleens
-255/35-18 Federals
-1.25" Billet Spacers
Appearance
-'232' Badges
-Flat Black Decklid Vinyl
-2" Spoiler Move Back
-UPR Billet A/C Knobs
-9mm Bullet Door Lock Pins
-UPR Billet Headlight Knob
-Reverse-Glo White Face Gauges
-25% Tinted Windows
-Carbon Fiber Shift Knob
-Mach 1 Chin Spoiler
-Mach 1 Grille Delete
-GT Rear Bumper
-GT Side Scoops
-4" SS Magnaflow Exhaust Tips
-Antenna Delete
Suspension
-H&R Super Sport Springs
-Maximun Motorsports Caster Camber Plates
-Blisten Shocks & Struts
Audio
-JVC KD-AR3000 Head Unit with iPod Hookup
-4 Pioneer 3 Way 220W Speakers
-2 10"Kicker Subwoofers/Amp
-Infinity Tweeters
jthorn9
07-17-2007, 11:36 AM
ORIGINAL: Durr727
Yeah, that's why I put hang haha. [8D]:D
This is what I will have done (if the cam is put on).
Performance
-212/218 Custom CompCams billet Camshaft
-Stud Mount 1.7 Ratio Roller Rocker Arms
-Guide Plates& Inserts
-Studs/Polyloks/Shims
-Hardened Pushrods
-Flowmaster Force II Catback
-Original 40 Series Mufflers
-Custom Fabbed H-Pipe
-No Catalytic Converters w/ mil's
-ASP Underdrive Pulley
-ASP Ribbed Pulley Belt
-Steeda Tri-Ax Short Throw
-Shifter Base & Handle Gasket
-K2 Motors CAI
-SCT Superchips Performance Custom Eliminator Performance Chip
-SCT Handheld Tuner (93 Octane Tune)
-Diablosport Predator Handheld Tuner
-Screamin' Demon Coil
-Livewires
Wheels/Tires
-18x9 Chrome Saleens
-255/35-18 Federals
-1.25" Billet Spacers
Appearance
-'232' Badges
-Flat Black Decklid Vinyl
-2" Spoiler Move Back
-UPR Billet A/C Knobs
-9mm Bullet Door Lock Pins
-UPR Billet Headlight Knob
-Reverse-Glo White Face Gauges
-25% Tinted Windows
-Carbon Fiber Shift Knob
-Mach 1 Chin Spoiler
-Mach 1 Grille Delete
-GT Rear Bumper
-GT Side Scoops
-4" SS Magnaflow Exhaust Tips
-Antenna Delete
Suspension
-H&R Super Sport Springs
-Maximun Motorsports Caster Camber Plates
-Blisten Shocks & Struts
Audio
-JVC KD-AR3000 Head Unit with iPod Hookup
-4 Pioneer 3 Way 220W Speakers
-2 12"Kicker Subwoofers
-Infinity Tweeters
Yeah and it's till slow. [&o]We'll see how much the cam helps me out, and maybe a good dyno tune. :)
flash20
07-17-2007, 02:01 PM
ur car will now have some power for those looks, its good to have the best of both
Blainestang
07-17-2007, 03:56 PM
Sounds like a good plan...
A couple things:
- Having used 2 out of the three main V6 Cam guys (RPM, SSM, and Delk), my recommendation would be Delk because he supplied me with a great cam quickly. SSM would be my second choice... and I'llstop there.
- I assume from your mod list that you're sticking with the stock heads. Any more info on the cam, such as lift or LSA?
- To maybe give you a little insight into how much power you might make, my car has the following:
It can be tough to guess what power cars make with all different heads and cam setups (many people thought I'd make just ~200whp or so), but the more numbers you see, the better your guess can be.
BTW, I've got a YouTube clip of my exhaust w/ the cam, if you're interested. I've heard yours, and it sounds really good already. The cam would take it to the next level, for sure :D
Durr727
07-17-2007, 04:37 PM
Yeah can you please post or send me the link. That would be great. :)
Durr727
07-17-2007, 04:38 PM
also around how much did you pay for the install on yours?
Blainestang
07-17-2007, 05:06 PM
ORIGINAL: Durr727
Yeah can you please post or send me the link. That would be great. :)
Here it is... http://youtube.com/watch?v=IG0_d-wswyM
ORIGINAL: Durr727
also around how much did you pay for the install on yours?
$0... did it myself. :D
amrcnidyot
07-18-2007, 08:41 PM
here ya go. its 300 over what youve got but im sure you can find it somewhere. lol...
http://www.mustangforums.com/m_3559702/tm.htm
Durr727
07-18-2007, 09:24 PM
Will that fit mine.
And also I need the other $1k to install it. [:@]
...Or if I try it myself I still need a good dyno tune whihc isn't cheap.
Also my power window decided to sh!t on me yesterday, and I had to pay $400 to replace that.
amrcnidyot
07-18-2007, 10:10 PM
it would fit w/ a little work. im sure it wouldnt take much at all. and you coudl install it yourself. as for the tune. have justin send you a new one on ur tuner for low boost. im not sure what the pulley on that one is makin the thing run at but if you got a bigger pully so you didnt run a ton of boost then im sure it would be fine w/ a tune from justin.
flash20
07-18-2007, 10:53 PM
durr u live in florida justin can tune ur car in person
Durr727
07-20-2007, 04:31 PM
Alright guys, if all goes well, I could be bringing this beauty home by the end of July (my birthday:))!