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I hit 10,000k on the 2010 GT and want to do a performance upgrade

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Old 11-30-2009, 08:58 PM
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Default I hit 10,000k on the 2010 GT and want to do a performance upgrade

Hey guys,

This is my first post on this forum, but you guys seem knowledgeable so I am posting for some suggestions. I have had my 2010 GT mustang for about 4 months and have roughly 10,500 miles now. As of tonight I ordered a roush short throw shifter and have been looking at making a performance mod. I would rather not void my warranty, but would like to get a good bang for the buck. I am by no means a gear head, so any help would be appreciated. Would love to gain 10-25 hp just to give me a little extra edge.
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Old 11-30-2009, 09:06 PM
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the stock cold air that come with it after a drop in k&n filter with a good tune will get ya about 12 more hp, i spent the 400 extra for a new cold air only to find the stock was done right by ford, had mine done on a dyno by same guy and the 400$ one got me about 3 more hp, but that is with a 87 tune you can do better with 93 but i wanted to save on gas prices.
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Roush parts are the best for keeping your warrenty. I would look at the roush cold air intake and under drive pulley set that should give you 10 extra or so
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The CAI & tune is the biggest bang for the buck short of going FI. The next best combo gainer is cams & LT headers (assuming you can lose the cats). Other than that it's all nickels and pennies.
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Old 11-30-2009, 09:29 PM
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what are some good tuner/CAI combos
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Old 11-30-2009, 09:34 PM
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thanks for the information and great post. Once you replace the air filter where do you get it tuned? I told you I am a beginner
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Originally Posted by Lax07
what are some good tuner/CAI combos
Look at what Brenspeed has.
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Old 11-30-2009, 09:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Eah990
I am by no means a gear head...
Speaking of gears, how are you set for torque out of the gate? That's a good bang/buck upgrade. What rear did you receive/order from the factory?

I know -- it's not an HP upgrade, but folks who upgrade the "torque factor" say there's no going back.
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i got the 3.73 rear end which I am extremely happy with. I can beat anyone off the line which is nice.
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