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Old 01-02-2007, 06:36 PM
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Default Are '05-'06 the same as '07?

I'm looking to pick up some mods for my '07, but I want to make sure that they're going to fit on my '07, and work with my '07...

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I keep seeing all these CAIs that are for the 05-06 GTs, but if it's not going to fit or the tunes for them are different vs. the '07s, I don't want it to screw up my engine.

Same goes for body kits, etc...I'm pretty sure those will fit, but at the same time, I don't want to buy it, have it shipped, and then find out it won't fit at all...I've got a feeling that I can just stick with some of the reputable companies, like Steeda, and feel pretty confident...

Anyone have any recommendations of places to look?
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Old 01-02-2007, 06:38 PM
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Default RE: Are '05-'06 the same as '07?

Same... same... same.. just new colors and options, but same motor for V6 and V8

EDIT:: but it was rumor'd that Ford changed something about the ECU that is different for tuners.. just ask the seller before you buy...
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Old 01-02-2007, 06:42 PM
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Default RE: Are '05-'06 the same as '07?

the only thing that comes to mind is, some strut tower
braces might not fit with the 07 plenum cover....
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I'm looking to pick up some mods for my '07, but I want to make sure that they're going to fit on my '07, and work with my '07...

For example:

I keep seeing all these CAIs that are for the 05-06 GTs, but if it's not going to fit or the tunes for them are different vs. the '07s, I don't want it to screw up my engine.

Same goes for body kits, etc...I'm pretty sure those will fit, but at the same time, I don't want to buy it, have it shipped, and then find out it won't fit at all...I've got a feeling that I can just stick with some of the reputable companies, like Steeda, and feel pretty confident...

Anyone have any recommendations of places to look?
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Old 01-02-2007, 07:04 PM
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I believe there's more too it than that, as I heard that there were some cooling pipework modifications to the '07. This certainly affects supercharger installations, Roush for example require you to buy a supplementary pipework kit for '07 GTs.
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Old 01-02-2007, 07:06 PM
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Good stuff here...interesting.....
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Old 01-02-2007, 07:09 PM
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The tune for the Automatic trans. is differant. The body stuff SAME SAME. Dont know about other engine mods. Had breenspeed.com do my tune is how i know about the trans. differance.
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Old 01-02-2007, 10:16 PM
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For some reason CDC offers a different Pt# Shaker Hood scoop system for the 07's vs the 05/06's.
Might have something to do with the different piping arangement mentioned earlier.
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Old 01-02-2007, 10:35 PM
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ORIGINAL: Stig

I believe there's more too it than that, as I heard that there were some cooling pipework modifications to the '07. This certainly affects supercharger installations, Roush for example require you to buy a supplementary pipework kit for '07 GTs.
This is correct. as in my case when I had my turbo installed they had to have a hard pipe overnighted because they changed the location of the thermostat neck to the top of the motorwhere as the 05-06 models were on the bottom and the ecu program is much larger.
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Old 01-03-2007, 01:12 AM
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ORIGINAL: aircare84

For some reason CDC offers a different Pt# Shaker Hood scoop system for the 07's vs the 05/06's.
Might have something to do with the different piping arangement mentioned earlier.
This problem has to do with the bolt holes for the '07s with the factory hood scoop. Seems the footprint of the Shaker does not cover these holes. Here's what Patrick at CDC had to say when I asked him about it...

Thanks for the interest and email! Unfortunately, we do not have a fix (yet)
for this problem. I have a few suggestions you could try, though. The first
would be to take your car to your local Ford dealership. I would believe
that they would have another Mustang in your color without a scoop.

Most times, they are willing to trade parts if they are the one gaining the
scoop. I've had some people make these types of trades with trunk lids, to
get a lid without a spoiler. Another option would be to trade hoods with
another Mustang owner; access to the numerous Mustang internet forums might help you track one down sooner.

Another option is to use a vinyl hood graphic. Most high-quality vinyls are
tough and somewhat thick, and would work "o.k." to cover up the holes. Not
the best approach, but it could work.

My last suggestion is our Foose hood, which is a replacement stamped aluminum hood, and likely one of the finest aftermarket hoods
available. We actually have the outer skin stamped out of aluminum (like your current
hood), and purchase the structural inner layer from Ford, and mate the two
together just like an OEM hood. This will obviously add a lot of expense,
but you could retain your stock hood and/or sell it to recoup some of the
money. The Foose hood can be purchased with a hole already stamped into it
specifically for the Shaker. You can see it here on our mineral gray '05.

http://www.classicdesignconcepts.com...ral_Gray_Convert_CDC.html

I hope these ideas help! As mentioned, we don't have a better, less expensive fix for this situation right now, but we may be working on
something for it in the near future. If you have any other questions, please
let me know!
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Old 01-03-2007, 02:18 AM
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Default RE: Are '05-'06 the same as '07?

What I do know is that there was a change in the cooling system of the '07s and there was an ECU upgrade that affects tuning as NVRL8 said. Other than that there I was told that changing out the AC ***** was not as easy. Thats all I know for sure.
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