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anybody think these mods were worth it?

Old 08-10-2011, 09:40 PM
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Hey guys! I got a 1999 Mustang sixer that I've done some mods to. I've installed flowmaster 40s with an off road x pipe and mil eliminator. A k&n cold air system with bbl shorties. What kind of hp am I looking at now? Compared to what it was? Thanks!
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Old 08-10-2011, 09:53 PM
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only thing that did nothing for you was the bbk shorties, other then that not to much of an increase. Intake maybe 1 - 3hp and exhaust maybe 15-20? That would be from 190 to a tops of 213 on a good cool day.
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Old 08-10-2011, 09:58 PM
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You didn't mention a tune so that would be something to consider next to boost your performance. I ask myself the same question about the mods I've made. But I enjoy doing it even if the gains are small. It's all good!

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Old 08-10-2011, 10:05 PM
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Ohh. The shorts didn't help? I had gotten em only because of the exhaust manifold being cracked due to the air condition vent dripping on to the passenger side. I want a tune but I know absolitly nothing or even where to start. Im scared ill mess my baby up!
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My recommendation is just keep it the way it is. A tune with the mods you have done will not do and big numbers either. Possibly go with a windstar upper swap or cam and then do a small tune. The tune you should go with a Diablo or Svt tuner, i prefer Svt. Then search for tuners in your area.
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Originally Posted by stangant
only thing that did nothing for you was the bbk shorties, other then that not to much of an increase. Intake maybe 1 - 3hp and exhaust maybe 15-20? That would be from 190 to a tops of 213 on a good cool day.
Which is still <185rwhp
190 is crank power -
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Old 08-10-2011, 11:53 PM
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Save some money up and buy a P1SC procharger kit for it and be happy.
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Old 08-11-2011, 09:20 AM
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200 hp would make me happy at the wheels is that feasible?
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Old 08-11-2011, 03:08 PM
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Very feasible. Question - are you 5 speed, or Auto? BEST mod (in my humble oppinion) is a good set of gears and posi unit. You will feel it instintly. You could also do a UDP if you want to stay away from tearing into the motor to much. What is your budget by the way?

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