MustangForums.comtag:mustangforums.com,2008-09-04://12012-05-16T22:31:23ZFord Mustang Owners Club & Mustang Enthusiast Discussion ForumMovable Type 4.35-enSEMA Mustang Show Car Goes 182 MPH in Mojave Miletag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6382012-05-16T20:06:59Z2012-05-16T22:31:23Z Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles When we first saw Creations n' Chrome's Boy Racer Mustang right before it debuted at SEMA, Gary Watson, the company's founder, told us that...Mike Anders
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When we first saw Creations n' Chrome's Boy Racer Mustang right before it debuted at SEMA, Gary Watson, the company's founder, told us that it wasn't just going to be a show car. While we don't consider Watson to be untrustworthy, we had a hard time believing that he would risk ruining the chrome red paint job worth thousands of dollars. We should have believed him, though, as Watson had no hesitation putting his Mustang to the test. Earlier this month he took the car out to the Mojave Mile, an event in Southern California to see how fast cars can go in the standing mile.
So how fast can the Boy Racer Mustang go? After adding a few front modifications to improve the car's aerodynamics, Watson took the Boy Racer out on the 12,000 foot runway and blasted past through the finish line at over 182 mph. Don't believe us? Watson had the cameras rolling during the run, and has a video for proof. You can check it out below.
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Tiger Racing Mustangs Battered at Laguna Secatag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6372012-05-14T21:51:16Z2012-05-15T16:56:23ZArticle courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles After a disappointing tenth place finish at Miller Motorsports Park last month, Justin Bell and the rest of the Tiger Racing team were looking forward...Mike Anders
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After a disappointing tenth place finish at Miller Motorsports Park last month, Justin Bell and the rest of the Tiger Racing team were looking forward to this week's SCCA World Challenge race at Laguna Seca in Monterey, CA. Bell is very familiar with the track, having previously won a Trans-Am race there, and he would be racing with 70 less pounds of reward weight. In addition, Tiger Racing would be debuting their second Mustang Boss 302S driven by Dane Moxlow. Bell hoped to increase his lead in the GTS points standings and Moxlow was aiming to get valuable seat time in his new ride and bring the car home safely.
Unfortunately neither of those things happened. By the end of the race both Tiger Racing Mustangs were beat up and bruised, and both were brought back to the pits on the back of tow trucks. Moxlow's Mustang undoubtedly looked the better of the two, with the damage being mostly cosmetic. Bell's Boss Mustang 302S, however, looked like it had been hit by a wrecking ball.
While watching the car being unloaded back in the pits, Bell told us what led to the crash:
"At the restart we ended up with all these touring cars around us. I probably shouldn't have been there, but it wasn't really a problem. So coming down into [turn] 11 I didn't want Cunningham and those guys to get away when I just had the chance to get close to them again. I was driving the heck out of the car even just to stay in fourth. I picked up a lot of rubber on my tires going down the inside, and when I went around the corner and put the gas on I had no grip. What hurt was that I got hit twice - I hit the wall and then I got hit by another car, so it was a double impact."
We initially assumed that the damage to Bell's Boss 302S was bad enough that it might be scrapped, but team owner Paul Brown told us that they would begin rebuilding the car as soon as they got it back to the shop. "We have to rebuild it," he told us. "We have too much into the rest of the car."
Below you can watch a video of the No. 50 Tiger Racing Mustang Boss 302S being unloaded off the tow truck and see detailed photos of both cars after their wrecks.
Carroll Shelby died in Dallas yesterday after a long illness. He was 89.
Over the course of his life, the brash Texan had been a chicken farmer, test pilot and factory race driver for Allard, Maserati and Aston Martin. But he'll be remembered best as an automotive designer. Few cars are as imitated as his first creation, the Shelby Cobra, and his ferocious Mustangs--like the 662hp GT500--continue to deliver earthshaking performance.
The world is a little less bad ass today. Godspeed Mr. Shelby, and thanks for everything. Watch the video below to see him discuss his legacy.
Sad news to end the week. Carroll Shelby died in Dallas yesterday after a long illness. He was 89.
Over the course of his life, the brash Texan had been a chicken farmer, test pilot and factory race driver for Allard, Maserati and Aston Martin. But he'll be remembered best as an automotive designer. Few cars are as imitated as his first creation, the Shelby Cobra, and his ferocious Mustangs--like the 662hp GT500--continue to deliver earthshaking performance.
The world is a little less bad ass today. Godspeed Mr. Shelby, and thanks for everything. Here's what else happened this week:
* Whether you're looking for more power or better fuel economy, aftermarket tuners can be your best friend, and Edge Products makes some of the best in the business. If you have a Ford Truck, you're going to want to check out the new CS and CTS tuners. Edge Products
* When I'm not driving my car, I spend a lot of time on my bicycle. Why? Because I like to eat, and if I didn't do at least 50 miles a week I'd weigh 300lbs. So I thought it was cool that Optima batteries has stepped up to sponsor the Build-a-Bike program, which helps underprivileged kids put together their own wheels. Optima
* Heather Peters thought that Honda misled her when it came to the mileage she could expect to get out of her Honda Civic, and while she initially, Honda prevailed on appeal. So if you want to fight a car company, class action is the way to go. MPGFraud
* If you spend any time off road, you know how important it is to keep your undercarriage away from all the sharp bits which constantly threaten to ruin your day. California company Trail Gear has just redesigned its offering for the Wrangler and in addition to the improvements, its dropped the price. Trail-Gear
* Sure, your baby might roll up in a brand new Cadillac, but they might have gotten a better deal than you thought. The General just released the sticker on the new ATS, and it's pretty reasonable. GM
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Mustang Burnout Ends in Burning Blowuptag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6322012-05-11T16:32:00Z2012-05-11T17:14:49ZArticle courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Burnout contests probably don't make much sense to the non gear-head, and we can't blame them for not completely understanding a competition to see who...Mike Anders
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Burnout contests probably don't make much sense to the non gear-head, and we can't blame them for not completely understanding a competition to see who can obliterate their rear tires for the longest amount of time. Even so, burnouts are just as much part of drag racing as just about anything, and who doesn't enjoy seeing a muscle car conjure up a nice cloud of shredded tires?
Sometimes, though, a burnout produces more than just smoke. At the 4th annual NMRA/NMCA All Star Nationals in Commerce, Georgia last month one Mustang owner found out what happens when you burn too much of your tires. After more than 25 seconds of tearing up the pavement the rear tires of the Mustang give way and burst into flames. Fortunately the safety crew at the drag strip is close by, and the flames aren't able to spread anywhere else on the car.
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The 2013 RTR Mustang Previewtag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6312012-05-09T16:49:27Z2012-05-10T02:14:12ZArticle courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Vaughn Gittin Jr. burst onto the Mustang aftermarket scene at the 2009 SEMA Show with the debut of the carbon fiber Mustang RTR-C. While the...Mike Anders
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Vaughn Gittin Jr. burst onto the Mustang aftermarket scene at the 2009 SEMA Show with the debut of the carbon fiber Mustang RTR-C. While the car was certainly impressive, it wasn't really something that Gittin could market to the public thanks to its $135,000 price tag. Of course, that's where the Mustang RTR comes in. Featuring an attractive body kit and graphics package, gorgeous 19-inch wheels and a few performance items Ford Racing, the Mustang RTR represented a relatively affordable turnkey tuning package that could be purchased and serviced at authorized Ford dealerships.
Now with the debut of the 2013 Ford Mustang, Vaughn Gittin Jr. is set to unveil the second generation Mustang RTR. While official details have yet to be announced, it looks like the new car will maintain a similar design theme to the original. For the first time the RTR package will be available on the Mustang V6, and a supercharger system from Ford Racing will also likely be an option.
You can see the renderings of the 2013 Ford Mustang RTR below, and stay tuned for official details on the car later this week.
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Is This the New Mustang?tag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6302012-05-08T16:26:05Z2012-05-08T17:08:38ZArticle courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Rumors continue to abound regarding the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang, the latest being that the Blue Oval's next generation pony car will rely heavily on...Mike Anders
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Rumors continue to abound regarding the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang, the latest being that the Blue Oval's next generation pony car will rely heavily on design cues from the Evos Concept that debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September of last year. It's hard to imagine how the styling from the Evos would be implemented on the Mustang, but the folks over at Inside Line have given their best shot and released two new renderings of what they think the 2015 Mustang will look like. The design ticks off all the boxes of what's supposed to be in store for the new Mustang - a shorter, smaller body with a more futuristic, sleeker design that retains the car's signature items like the rear quarter windows and triple-lens taillights. According to the web site, a Ford insider told them the renderings are fairly close to the design of the production car.
Of course, a new exterior design will be only one of many changes coming to the 2015 Ford Mustang. It's all but confirmed that a four-cylinder EcoBoost engine will have a place in the new Mustang's lineup, although it's yet to be determined if the 3.7L V6 will stick around. A new independent rear suspension will likely replace the current solid rear axle design, and Ford is doing its best to shed as much weight - possibly several hundred pounds. Finally, the new Mustang will be a true global car and will likely be marketed in several international markets and even be available in right-hand-drive for places like Great Britain.
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2013 Boss 302 In School Bus Yellowtag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6292012-05-07T17:03:37Z2012-05-07T17:26:10ZArticle courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles On paper the 2013 Mustang Boss 302 may not look like it's much different than the 2012 model, and in all honesty it's the truth....Mike Anders
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On paper the 2013 Mustang Boss 302 may not look like it's much different than the 2012 model, and in all honesty it's the truth. The exterior design has been tweaked, the graphics package changed, and a few options have been added to the interior. Even so, out of all the 2013 Mustang lineup the Boss 302 sets itself apart visually the most of any model from the previous year. This was no more evident when we had the opportunity to check out a School Bus Yellow Boss 302 at Galpin Ford this past week.
The first thing that caught our eye was the distinct differences between the graphics package on the standard Boss 302 compared to the one on the Laguna Seca model. If you compared the Boss 302 pictured above with the Laguna Seca that debuted at the L.A. Auto Show back in November you'll easily be able to spot the differences between the two. Essentially, the hockey stick graphic on the side of the standard Boss 302 extends onto the hood, joining up with the center stripe to give the appearance of a triple stripe.
The Boss 302 also gave us our first opportunity to take a closer look at the Track Apps and Gauge Mode features. While we weren't able to use any of them out on the road, we were impressed at how intuitive the system is and easy to was to flip through the menu items. It's a feature we'd have a hard time leaving out on the order form if we were buying a 2013 Mustang.
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What's New This Week: Press Release Rounduptag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6282012-05-04T14:00:46Z2012-05-05T01:12:31Zby John CoyleMustang ForumsMy Jaguar XJ6 had an automatic, and so did my old pickup. But all my other cars have been sticks, it fit those vehicles, but I've always preferred rowing my own gears. So it's been depressing to...Mike Anders
My Jaguar XJ6 had an automatic, and so did my old pickup. But all my other cars have been sticks, it fit those vehicles, but I've always preferred rowing my own gears. So it's been depressing to see standards disappearing, and even more depressing to see what a dismal percentage of populace can drive one. So it was cool to see a story about how manuals are making a slight--very, very, slight--improvement against the automatics. Save the manuals!
* Probably the only reason you've never bought anything at Barrett-Jackson is because nobody has ever agreed to pay your way. Well, no you don't have any excuse, because Direct Lift is offering to send a lucky winner. Enter here! Direct Lift
* Does it seem like you're seeing a lot more commercials for auto insurance lately? Because consumers are apparently switching providers in record numbers. Think the guy who thought up the British gecko got a raise? JD Power
* Fisker didn't score a ton of points when Consumer Reports had trouble testing its Karma last month. But the company is aching to prove itself, and has entered an extended-range model in the inaugural Bodensee-Elektrik Rallye in Munich. Good luck fellas. Fisker
* You probably know that Optima makes the best batteries in the business. You also probably know that they're a lot more expensive than some of their competition. But if you don't want to settle, this is the time to buy a new Optima battery. Until the end of the month, customers can get $25 cash back after purchase. OPTIMA
* Right out of the box, the Blue Oval's 5.0L Coyote V8 has some serious jam. But supercharging makes everything better, and Magnuson has an awesome unit available. How awesome? How does 545hp with 8-8.5lbs of boost sound. It's also 50-state emissions legal, and pricing is affordable. Magnuson
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MotorTrend Pits V6 Mustang Against Subaru BRZtag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6272012-05-03T21:26:31Z2012-05-04T16:34:10ZAt first the comparison might seem like a strange one. The Mustang is a V6 300hp heavyweight. On the other hand, Subaru's BRZ is a feather light, 200 hp scalpel on wheels. At their core though, they're both through-and-through sports...Mike Anders
At first the comparison might seem like a strange one. The Mustang is a V6 300hp heavyweight. On the other hand, Subaru's BRZ is a feather light, 200 hp scalpel on wheels. At their core though, they're both through-and-through sports cars that offer an accessible amount of performance through wildly different philosophies. Through that lens, putting them both on a California canyon road suddenly makes a lot more sense.
MotorTrend does exactly that in this video. They're not testing to see which car is faster or quicker; that honor goes to the Mustang. Instead, they're asking which car is the better drivers car. Find out what they think in the video below.
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Patrick Dempsey Saves Boy From Mustang Crashtag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6262012-05-02T18:46:34Z2012-05-02T21:04:52ZMike Anders
Every time we come across news about Patrick Dempsey, it's always about him doing something cool. Most of the timeit's his exceptionally coiffed hair and motorsport hijinks that make headlines, but this time his praise is a little more deserved.
Seventeen year-old Weston Masset flipped his Mustang on the curvy canyon roads of Malibu, California last week. Lucky for him, Dempsey heard the crash from his home nearby and came running to rescue with crowbar and fire extinguisher in hand. Dempsey helped remove Masset from the car and stayed with him until the paramedics arrived.
Even in the midst of a concussion and eye injury, Masset was able to recognize the star and asked "Are you famous?"
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V6 Mustang Slays the Quarter in 11.20tag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6252012-04-30T21:38:23Z2012-04-30T22:25:07ZMike Anders
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Despite having a more-than-respectable 305 horsepower and 280 lb-ft torque from the factory, V6-powered Mustangs don't get quite as much respect as their V8 siblings. The aftermarket especially doesn't give much love to the Mustang V6, with companies mainly producing parts for the 5.0L V8, and performance shops generally use the Mustang GT as their base for project cars. Even so, we can always appreciate when someone takes the performance plunge on two less cylinders.
Out of all companies ProCharger has led the V6 charge, producing a supercharger kit that boosts the 3.7L mill to more than 475 horsepower. We've seen the ProCharger system prove its worth more than once, with one owner netting the first 12 second 1/4 mile, and American Muscle taking that one step further with the first 2011+ Mustang V6 in the 11s.
Now a new company, Central Florida Motorsports, has arrived on the scene and is pushing the boundaries of V6 performance thanks again to ProCharger power. After smashing the record for a 2011+ Mustang V6 back in March with a run of 11.28 seconds @ 119 mph back in March, the company's supercharged Yellow Blaze project car improved on that further last week with a 11.20 @ 119 mph.
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What's New This Week: Press Release Rounduptag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6242012-04-28T00:32:59Z2012-04-28T00:35:37Z by John CoyleMustang Forums First, let me say that I'm not in favor of people getting killed because of "unintended acceleration." Nobody likes getting killed. But even though the big brains over at NASA weren't able to find any...Mike Anders
First, let me say that I'm not in favor of people getting killed because of "unintended acceleration." Nobody likes getting killed. But even though the big brains over at NASA weren't able to find any fault with Toyota in those cases, the NHTSA wants automakers to install Accelerator Control Systems, which would cut the throttle when the brake is applied. Now, lots of people have written about this, but absolutely none of them have done it as hysterically as my buddy Zack over at the Smoking Tire. Check it out after you catch up on some of the other stuff that happened this week.
* Need a new fuel pump? Do you like free stuff? Then you should head over to the Holley Performance Facebook page! They're giving away a free fuel pump everyday for 60 days! That's 60 chances to win! Holley on Facebook
* One Lap of America is an awesome event. And all the competitors will have to bring their A game this year--Roush is fielding its 2013 Stage 3 Mustang. Roush
* Just a few years ago, everybody was wondering if the General was going to join the ranks of Packard, Studebaker and AMC, but 2012 first quarter global sales saw record profits for the iconic American automaker. That's great news and all, but I just want to see the C7 sans camo. GM
* You know those cool state-themed graphics U-Haul paints on the side of its trucks? U-Haul is launching a contest to color in the new Missouri "supergraphic." The image is pretty cool, and the copy starts with: "Language of bats revealed!" How cool is that? U-Haul
* A man in Virginia is being asked by the DMV to return a vanity plate he's had for seven years, because it might be deemed offensive. The allegedly offensive message? FOSAMA. Seems kosher to me. MSNBC
* At 20, Trevor Bayne was the youngest person to ever win the Daytona 500, so there's no champagne on his number 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Ford Fusion--but there's plenty of confetti and Gatorade. This week it's taking an honored place at the Henry Ford museum. Roush Yates
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GT500 Certified at 662 hp/631 lb-fttag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6232012-04-27T16:30:04Z2012-04-27T17:06:11ZArticle courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ford and SVT shocked the automotive world when it announced the 2013 Shelby GT500 would be packing 650 horsepower - the highest of any production...Mike Anders
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Ford and SVT shocked the automotive world when it announced the 2013 Shelby GT500 would be packing 650 horsepower - the highest of any production V8 in the world - thanks to a new 5.8-liter supercharged V8. That extra horsepower, combined with improved aerodynamics and revised gearing, allows for an incredible top speed of 202 mph, putting the new Shelby in an elite group of supercars at a fraction of the cost.
As if that weren't impressive enough, it now looks like the production Shelby GT500 could be officially rated with more horsepower and torque when it's released in the summer. At a special sneak preview of the car last week in Los Angeles for a select number of Shelby owners, Jim Owens, VP of marketing for Shelby and Boss 302, and Jamal Hameedi, SVT chief engineer, revealed that the 2013 GT500 was recently certified at 662 horsepower and 631 lb-ft torque.
Amazingly, the 2013 Shelby GT500 will also have improved fuel consumption - 15 city / 24 highway compared to 15/23 for 2012 - thanks to taller gearing. This means that the 2013 GT500 will once again avoid the gas guzzler tax.
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Mustang and Semi-Truck Drift Through Laguna Secatag:mustangforums.com,2012://1.6222012-04-26T00:09:15Z2012-04-26T18:42:40ZMustangs are like the bread and butter of the american drift scene. Semi-trucks... less so.In comparison to the mini-mustang, and cobra cop chase drift videos we've seen, this one still strikes us as bizarre. It's strange to see a semi-truck...Mike Anders
Mustangs are like the bread and butter of the american drift scene. Semi-trucks... less so.
In comparison to the mini-mustang, and cobra cop chase drift videos we've seen, this one still strikes us as bizarre. It's strange to see a semi-truck mixing it up on Laguna Seca. It's strange to see a spoiler that's a solid two stories tall. But the strangest part is watching it get sideways. It's like watching a elephant try waltz. Totally entrancing, but incredibly awkward.
Tanner Faust also goes sliding around the course in the Rockstar Mustang. We wish there were more shots from the outside though. When there are, the Mustang looks pretty bad-ass. Check it out in the video below.
