98 GT 4.6 2v modds?
06-11-2017, 09:14 AM
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98 GT 4.6 2v modds?
Hey guys im fairly new to the mustang world just wanted to get some ideas for my 98 im not trying to go big power this is just my weekend toy i drive around town already has a K&N typhoon intake and thats it my goals is about 300-315 rwhp. What would be the best way to get there , trying to stay N/A thanks guys!!
06-11-2017, 10:18 AM
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If you want to get to 300 rwhp your going to need to swap the heads intake and cams. A 4v swap would get you close, then its little things to make up the rest, like LT headers and a good cat back system.
The 98 mustang gts only make about 220 hp at the crank,, and loose a small chunk by the time it gets to the wheels. So your not going to gain 100 hp with simple stuff.
The 98 mustang gts only make about 220 hp at the crank,, and loose a small chunk by the time it gets to the wheels. So your not going to gain 100 hp with simple stuff.
06-11-2017, 12:06 PM
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I cant really recommend you any cams, I dont know alot about the cams on the 4.6l. A stock cam PI swap will get you to the 260hp range at the crank, as far as some good after market cams go I would call a shop that custom grinds them or that deals in aftermarket cams and explain your goals. They will want to know things like where in the rpm range you want your peak power, and how many rpms you want to spin up to. They will be extremely helpful in helping you choose a good cam setup for the PI swap.
Be mindful, that still is not going to get you any where close to 300 rwhp,, you lose about 15-20hp in the drive line depending on what transmission you have Auto vs Manual.
It may be a bit more expensive but a full 4v 32 valve swap would be the better option.. Get on line and find you a busted up LIncoln Mark Viii with a good drive train and engine. You can usually find them cars pretty cheap. But their 4v 32 valve 4.6l engine is the same engine they used in the cobra mustangs it makes right at around 300hp in stock form,, with some good long tubes and a good catback that engine will get that car moving quick.
Be mindful, that still is not going to get you any where close to 300 rwhp,, you lose about 15-20hp in the drive line depending on what transmission you have Auto vs Manual.
It may be a bit more expensive but a full 4v 32 valve swap would be the better option.. Get on line and find you a busted up LIncoln Mark Viii with a good drive train and engine. You can usually find them cars pretty cheap. But their 4v 32 valve 4.6l engine is the same engine they used in the cobra mustangs it makes right at around 300hp in stock form,, with some good long tubes and a good catback that engine will get that car moving quick.
