2001 Mustang GT Vert Turbo Build
11-01-2010, 09:16 AM
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Just curious...I understand your whole usable power need but if you're building a street car, when are you ever going to be seeing 2000-3000rpm in a race? I sure would think, especially with a manual, you would be worried about the 4000-6500rpm range more than the 2000-3000rpm range.
11-01-2010, 09:34 AM
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Welcome to the 5.4 club!
When cruising around, the 5.4's NA torque is a big step up from the 4.6. I went from a 4.6 with 4.10 to a 5.4 with 3.55s and you really don't ever have to downshift to pass someone anymore regardless of the gear. So adding a turbo, that is going to spool early, can only equal win.
When cruising around, the 5.4's NA torque is a big step up from the 4.6. I went from a 4.6 with 4.10 to a 5.4 with 3.55s and you really don't ever have to downshift to pass someone anymore regardless of the gear. So adding a turbo, that is going to spool early, can only equal win.
11-01-2010, 09:47 AM
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What intake are going to be running?
11-01-2010, 10:33 AM
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yo Hoss quick question, you're saying you will make TQ earlier with a turbo setup than say a KB 2.8? Not bashing im actually very curious. This P1sc isnt cutting it for me. good luck with your build im diigin it man
11-01-2010, 10:54 AM
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I'm, not sure if this was to the intake question... but Hoss you better not run spacer plates and a stock 4.6 intake manifold. 
HPS intake is really the only way to go... I wish it was out when I did my swap... I would have bought that in a heartbeat.
HPS intake is really the only way to go... I wish it was out when I did my swap... I would have bought that in a heartbeat.
11-01-2010, 12:10 PM
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I am talking intake. He stated earlier he is using the stock plastic lower.
Dteal, he isn't saying it comes on sooner, but rather just as quick really and it will make more torque than with a kenne bell.
Dteal, he isn't saying it comes on sooner, but rather just as quick really and it will make more torque than with a kenne bell.
11-01-2010, 04:46 PM
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I didn't see where he said that... but say it isn't so Hoss... don't use adapter plates... just don't...
11-01-2010, 04:56 PM
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I think Hoss could easily make 400/500 with a 4.6 block. I forget who the member on here was but he made like 420/520 with the stock longblock. It would also save money because you wouldn't need to buy a 5.4 block and save you a few pounds.
11-01-2010, 06:52 PM
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well if u have 550 lbs of tq you won't want it at 2500 rpms on a street car for sure. I like your idea of a turbo mustang if done correctly are fast as hell.