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Old 04-11-2009, 08:26 PM
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OK i searched and found a few answers but I want to be absolutely sure. Can I supercharge my STOCK 88 Mustang GT? Everything is BONE STOCK. What price will I be looking at? Thanks in advance guys.
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Old 04-11-2009, 08:47 PM
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Yes, and price depends on what kind of kit you get
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Old 04-11-2009, 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Mustangkiler
Yes, and price depends on what kind of kit you get
Excellent thats all I needed to know. Thanks man!
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Old 04-11-2009, 09:35 PM
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As stated, yes you can, but you need a "COMPLETE" kit. Complete means fuel pump, fuel management unit, ignition module, and of course the S/C and what not.
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Old 04-11-2009, 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by dljorgy
Excellent thats all I needed to know. Thanks man!
no that's not all you need to know... with the stock fuel system , don't expect to run more than 5-6 lbs of boost on a stock 5.0
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Old 04-11-2009, 09:58 PM
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Originally Posted by mjr46
no that's not all you need to know... with the stock fuel system , don't expect to run more than 5-6 lbs of boost on a stock 5.0
OK thanks for the info.
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Old 04-11-2009, 10:05 PM
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ya i got the paxton novi 2000 runnig bout 8 pounds. i had to upgrade the pump and injectors. Dont go with the FMU, get bigger injectors and a tune TOTALLY WORTH IT
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