I've Got a Mod Bug
08-16-2009, 04:21 PM
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I've Got a Mod Bug
Hi everyone,
In the past few years I've owned my 05 Mustang GT, I only made small changes here and there. Billet pieces in the interior and a billet grill on the front. In the past few weeks, I've been reading more here on the forum and I decided to add a JLT CAI, SCT tuner, and Flowmaster exhaust. Man, what a difference. Throttle response is amazing and so is the sound. One of my favorite features was the Shaker 1000 but I find myself turning it down more ofter to listen to the exhaust now.
Looking for ideas on my next step. I was thinking about wheels and tires and possibly lowering 2". I've been looking at 18s and 20s but I'm not sure. I know I'd like to keep the old muscle car look. BTW, the car is black. Any input is appreciated.
In the past few years I've owned my 05 Mustang GT, I only made small changes here and there. Billet pieces in the interior and a billet grill on the front. In the past few weeks, I've been reading more here on the forum and I decided to add a JLT CAI, SCT tuner, and Flowmaster exhaust. Man, what a difference. Throttle response is amazing and so is the sound. One of my favorite features was the Shaker 1000 but I find myself turning it down more ofter to listen to the exhaust now.
Looking for ideas on my next step. I was thinking about wheels and tires and possibly lowering 2". I've been looking at 18s and 20s but I'm not sure. I know I'd like to keep the old muscle car look. BTW, the car is black. Any input is appreciated.
08-16-2009, 06:54 PM
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No cure for the bug. It is usually terminal. Only medication can help now........ Lowering that much will probably be a little bit of a headache. Especially if you ever get long tube headers. I am lowered 1 1/2 and have trouble with some clearances. Wheels and tires are a good choice. With all the variety out there you just need to look and pick what fits your taste. Congrats, and good luck.
08-16-2009, 07:53 PM
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I'm lowered 2" with LT's and don't have any issues. You just have to be careful.
Edit: Also depends on which area you live in, pot holes etc are a major PIA. That being said, i will say that lowering your car 2" isn't the smartest thing to do for the average joe, but in my case, i can handle it, and its def the look i was going for.
Edit: Also depends on which area you live in, pot holes etc are a major PIA. That being said, i will say that lowering your car 2" isn't the smartest thing to do for the average joe, but in my case, i can handle it, and its def the look i was going for.
08-16-2009, 08:38 PM
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Sounds like you and I have been bitten by the same bug. IMO 20's are the way to go on wheels. As far as the drop, I guess it would depend on how harsh of a ride do you want. I'm looking at the Eibach Pro spings which give about 1.5 inches of drop and levels the car out nicely and from what I read the ride is close to stock.
08-17-2009, 01:02 AM
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08-17-2009, 12:49 PM
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stick to the 18s if you want to keep that old school look. i got mine from american muscle and love them.
i am now saving for the roush 427r body kit from stage3motorsports. gotta love the mod bug!
i am now saving for the roush 427r body kit from stage3motorsports. gotta love the mod bug!