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Why do 03-04 Cobras bubble?

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Old Sep 18, 2009 | 10:08 AM
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Default Why do 03-04 Cobras bubble?

I'm in love with the bubbly sound that cobras make from the Windsor motor. However, I am not sure as to why they do this?

I have a guess as to why it is. Is it a combination of 1-4? Is there something that is more definitive?

1. Firing order
2. X pipe
3. Mufflers
4. Displacement
Old Sep 18, 2009 | 10:56 AM
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The firing order is why it sounds mellow and smooth... I think it's the best thing ford could have done with an engine. :0)
Old Sep 18, 2009 | 11:36 AM
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i also love the bubbly motor...thats why i have a mini version of it, i call it a WOTT sound but bubbly works...mine does it when she idles.i love it
Old Sep 18, 2009 | 02:28 PM
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its more of a warble or a burble. Not a bubble. lol bubble just sounds ghey. But its because of the cams. The stock grind of the 03/04 DOHC mustangs(Mach's included) sound amazing.
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