Looking for 2005+ Mustang with a bad engine
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RE: Looking for 2005+ Mustang with a bad engine
+1 on getting a V-6
One of the mags used a new one to drop a powerful engine into
I bet the used prices on a 2005 V-6 with a ton of miles (maybe a rental) are less than the cost of a GT with a bad engine. Plus I bet most people with a 2005 GT blown engine just replace the engine!
One of the mags used a new one to drop a powerful engine into
I bet the used prices on a 2005 V-6 with a ton of miles (maybe a rental) are less than the cost of a GT with a bad engine. Plus I bet most people with a 2005 GT blown engine just replace the engine!
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RE: Looking for 2005+ Mustang with a bad engine
I'd rather get a V6 because of the reduced cost, and everything from engine to rear end whatever's in-between will have to go, so it dosen't matter to me. Also, If I could find a flood damaged one with a fried electrical system, that would be good too, since a computer wouldn't be of any use on a carburated engine.
I hadn't thought of looking at fleet/rental cars. It's probably my best bet until the warranties start running out or someone goes crazy with the NOS.
I hadn't thought of looking at fleet/rental cars. It's probably my best bet until the warranties start running out or someone goes crazy with the NOS.
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Listen, if you're serious, and are ready to buy one, let me know, since I retired, I started a Wholesale Auto Business, and I can get you an S197 Crazy Cheap!!! PM me when you're ready, Eddie.
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RE: Looking for 2005+ Mustang with a bad engine
This used to be a 6'er................
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsKvrfyULhU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsKvrfyULhU
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No matter which I found, I'd still have to put in a bigger rear end, suspension all around, and a handfull of small details, but the swap shouldn't be too bad. However, If I wanted the radio to work, as well as the gauges and other little electronic doodads I'm in for a world of pain.
BTW Bluestar you might be hearing from me by springtime
The only thing that might stop me is the Illinois emissions laws, but I might be able to do a few crafty things with state registration/vin numbers. Luckily my father was a Chicago cop so he's given me a few pointers.
Anyway, just for poops and giggles I'll post some pics of the engine next weekend
It's sexy...
BTW Bluestar you might be hearing from me by springtime
The only thing that might stop me is the Illinois emissions laws, but I might be able to do a few crafty things with state registration/vin numbers. Luckily my father was a Chicago cop so he's given me a few pointers.
Anyway, just for poops and giggles I'll post some pics of the engine next weekend
It's sexy...
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RE: Looking for 2005+ Mustang with a bad engine
Well, here are the pictures I promised (A little late though). Spring is here, so I'm really going to start looking for that Mustang and finally put this Corvette killer together!
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f1...g?t=1205877428
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f1...g?t=1205877428
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f1...g?t=1205877428
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f1...g?t=1205877428
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RE: Looking for 2005+ Mustang with a bad engine
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No matter which I found, I'd still have to put in a bigger rear end, suspension all around, and a handfull of small details, but the swap shouldn't be too bad. However, If I wanted the radio to work, as well as the gauges and other little electronic doodads I'm in for a world of pain.
BTW Bluestar you might be hearing from me by springtime
The only thing that might stop me is the Illinois emissions laws, but I might be able to do a few crafty things with state registration/vin numbers. Luckily my father was a Chicago cop so he's given me a few pointers.
Anyway, just for poops and giggles I'll post some pics of the engine next weekend It's sexy...
No matter which I found, I'd still have to put in a bigger rear end, suspension all around, and a handfull of small details, but the swap shouldn't be too bad. However, If I wanted the radio to work, as well as the gauges and other little electronic doodads I'm in for a world of pain.
BTW Bluestar you might be hearing from me by springtime
The only thing that might stop me is the Illinois emissions laws, but I might be able to do a few crafty things with state registration/vin numbers. Luckily my father was a Chicago cop so he's given me a few pointers.
Anyway, just for poops and giggles I'll post some pics of the engine next weekend
It's sexy...Nothing like having a dad that's a cop giving pointers on how to break the law, way to go pops, way to uphold that oath you swore!!
I hope you have a good friend to sit beside you and say "Man, that was f@#%!ng AWESOME!!" , as your sig says.
