2010 V6 Help
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Joined: Apr 2010
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From: TX
2010 V6 Help
Hey guys im new to this forum, i have a 2010 auto V6 Mustang and i am wanting to put in some new parts, was thinking a dual exhaust kit and cold air intake. whats your opinion on this, and can i get some links or advice on what to and what not to buy?
i am budgeted right now, im 16 so i cant go buy the craziest things, but i do have a job
Thanks!!
i am budgeted right now, im 16 so i cant go buy the craziest things, but i do have a job
Thanks!!
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Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Decatur AL USA
Talk to Jeremy at VMP Tuning as he is one of the leaders in V6 Performance.
On the 2005-2009 an easy trick was to use a take-off muffler from a GT. However I know the exhaust tip size was increased to 3" on the 2010 V6. I believe it may already have a free flow muffler.
Jeremy offers a package of the C&L 83mm Intake and a Custom Programmed SCT X3 Tuner for the 2010 V6 Mustang (Im thinking its around $625). Thats likely going to be one of the best bangs for the bucks. A tune does more for the way these cars feel to drive than any other mod in my impression. They just respond so slow and shift so lazy (automatics) in stock trim. Get a regular 87 octane tune (for a 16 yo budget or emergency situations) and a Premium 93 (or 91 if thats all you have) tune for when you run the good fuel or go to the track. He can also give you a tune for optimized fuel mileage that wont be as responsive for just cruising.
If you want a louder exhaust and want true duals you will have to talk to some of the V6 guys and listen to some youtube clips (poor substitute for in person) in order to find out what the best option is.
You might ask Jeremy's opinion on exhaust while you are talking to him. He also might have a lower cost option on the CAI (Like he did on the 2005-2009).
You do know a V6 with duals sounds very different from a V8 correct?
The next mod after that would be a take-out 8.8" Limited-Slip Rear End (factory 2005-2010 V6 is 7.5" Open Differential) from a GT fitted with 4.10 Gears in my opinion.
PS If you havnt already you might want to search the two 4.0L V6 specific (General and Technical) sections of this forum.
On the 2005-2009 an easy trick was to use a take-off muffler from a GT. However I know the exhaust tip size was increased to 3" on the 2010 V6. I believe it may already have a free flow muffler.
Jeremy offers a package of the C&L 83mm Intake and a Custom Programmed SCT X3 Tuner for the 2010 V6 Mustang (Im thinking its around $625). Thats likely going to be one of the best bangs for the bucks. A tune does more for the way these cars feel to drive than any other mod in my impression. They just respond so slow and shift so lazy (automatics) in stock trim. Get a regular 87 octane tune (for a 16 yo budget or emergency situations) and a Premium 93 (or 91 if thats all you have) tune for when you run the good fuel or go to the track. He can also give you a tune for optimized fuel mileage that wont be as responsive for just cruising.
If you want a louder exhaust and want true duals you will have to talk to some of the V6 guys and listen to some youtube clips (poor substitute for in person) in order to find out what the best option is.
You might ask Jeremy's opinion on exhaust while you are talking to him. He also might have a lower cost option on the CAI (Like he did on the 2005-2009).
You do know a V6 with duals sounds very different from a V8 correct?
The next mod after that would be a take-out 8.8" Limited-Slip Rear End (factory 2005-2010 V6 is 7.5" Open Differential) from a GT fitted with 4.10 Gears in my opinion.
PS If you havnt already you might want to search the two 4.0L V6 specific (General and Technical) sections of this forum.
Last edited by Gene K; Apr 18, 2010 at 07:50 PM.
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From: Southeast Virginia
I think you should go with the Ford Racing Performance Parts dual exhaust kit;
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...KeyField=11112
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...KeyField=11112
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Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 237
From: New York
I think you should go with the Ford Racing Performance Parts dual exhaust kit;
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...KeyField=11112
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...KeyField=11112
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 17
From: TX
Talk to Jeremy at VMP Tuning as he is one of the leaders in V6 Performance.
On the 2005-2009 an easy trick was to use a take-off muffler from a GT. However I know the exhaust tip size was increased to 3" on the 2010 V6. I believe it may already have a free flow muffler.
Jeremy offers a package of the C&L 83mm Intake and a Custom Programmed SCT X3 Tuner for the 2010 V6 Mustang (Im thinking its around $625). Thats likely going to be one of the best bangs for the bucks. A tune does more for the way these cars feel to drive than any other mod in my impression. They just respond so slow and shift so lazy (automatics) in stock trim. Get a regular 87 octane tune (for a 16 yo budget or emergency situations) and a Premium 93 (or 91 if thats all you have) tune for when you run the good fuel or go to the track. He can also give you a tune for optimized fuel mileage that wont be as responsive for just cruising.
If you want a louder exhaust and want true duals you will have to talk to some of the V6 guys and listen to some youtube clips (poor substitute for in person) in order to find out what the best option is.
You might ask Jeremy's opinion on exhaust while you are talking to him. He also might have a lower cost option on the CAI (Like he did on the 2005-2009).
You do know a V6 with duals sounds very different from a V8 correct?
The next mod after that would be a take-out 8.8" Limited-Slip Rear End (factory 2005-2010 V6 is 7.5" Open Differential) from a GT fitted with 4.10 Gears in my opinion.
PS If you havnt already you might want to search the two 4.0L V6 specific (General and Technical) sections of this forum.
On the 2005-2009 an easy trick was to use a take-off muffler from a GT. However I know the exhaust tip size was increased to 3" on the 2010 V6. I believe it may already have a free flow muffler.
Jeremy offers a package of the C&L 83mm Intake and a Custom Programmed SCT X3 Tuner for the 2010 V6 Mustang (Im thinking its around $625). Thats likely going to be one of the best bangs for the bucks. A tune does more for the way these cars feel to drive than any other mod in my impression. They just respond so slow and shift so lazy (automatics) in stock trim. Get a regular 87 octane tune (for a 16 yo budget or emergency situations) and a Premium 93 (or 91 if thats all you have) tune for when you run the good fuel or go to the track. He can also give you a tune for optimized fuel mileage that wont be as responsive for just cruising.
If you want a louder exhaust and want true duals you will have to talk to some of the V6 guys and listen to some youtube clips (poor substitute for in person) in order to find out what the best option is.
You might ask Jeremy's opinion on exhaust while you are talking to him. He also might have a lower cost option on the CAI (Like he did on the 2005-2009).
You do know a V6 with duals sounds very different from a V8 correct?
The next mod after that would be a take-out 8.8" Limited-Slip Rear End (factory 2005-2010 V6 is 7.5" Open Differential) from a GT fitted with 4.10 Gears in my opinion.
PS If you havnt already you might want to search the two 4.0L V6 specific (General and Technical) sections of this forum.
Thanks!
I think you should go with the Ford Racing Performance Parts dual exhaust kit;
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...KeyField=11112
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...KeyField=11112
awesome, i think i may go for that!
can i get a link???? thanks!!
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Exhaust buys you nothing in performance unless you're thinking headers/cams.
A stand-alone CAI is useless, too. But you already know that since you've gone ahead and educated yourself using the search feature on the forum.
CAI & tune combo is the main power-adder short of going FI.
A stand-alone CAI is useless, too. But you already know that since you've gone ahead and educated yourself using the search feature on the forum.
CAI & tune combo is the main power-adder short of going FI.
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 17
From: TX
Exhaust buys you nothing in performance unless you're thinking headers/cams.
A stand-alone CAI is useless, too. But you already know that since you've gone ahead and educated yourself using the search feature on the forum.
CAI & tune combo is the main power-adder short of going FI.
A stand-alone CAI is useless, too. But you already know that since you've gone ahead and educated yourself using the search feature on the forum.
CAI & tune combo is the main power-adder short of going FI.
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