V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

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Old Aug 23, 2006 | 08:29 PM
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look heres the deal, my 84 stang has a 3.8 and I want to know what engine mods to make that are cheap (Im open to Junkyard parts) that will get me the most rwhp. I dont have alot of cash, but want to blow the doors off the V8 guys. what should I do?
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 08:31 PM
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We've all said this a million times, best way to get hp is also the most expensive...........supercharger.
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 08:33 PM
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ok I f I were to decide to supercharge, could I canabalize a T-bird or somthing or do you just buy a new kit?
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 08:40 PM
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That's up to you and how much money you feel like spending.
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 08:43 PM
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Whats the saying "speed costs money..."
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 08:55 PM
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That's it.
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 09:10 PM
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port and polish your intake. its free and you gain horsepower.

rwhp to cost ratio is INFINITY!
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 09:18 PM
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Yea it's free, if you know how to do it, make one F up and well it's not going to be so free anymore.
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 10:53 PM
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How much would a shop normally charge you to P/P heads? And how much rwh would you gain out of it?
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