Still have the mod bug...
08-27-2011, 08:26 AM
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Throttle body update...
I dropped in the new ported throttle body this morning and took her for a test drive. I'm running the 93 race tune and the car was already very responsive, and at times erratic, so it's hard to tell the difference. The temperature was around 78 which also also cooler than it has been lately.
As denoted in the instructions, I disconnected the negative battery cable during the install. When I started the car it idled at just above 2k and then settled into the 1100 range. I backed out of the driveway and drove out. I had to hold my foot on the brake, otherwise it would cruise at 40mph (not good). I got about 2 miles from the house and the angry wrench popped up and she sputtered. I immediately pulled over and shut the car off, then I turned the key on and off 3 times to reset the system, then on the fourth time I started her back up. She's been fine since. Drove out to McDonalds, hit the short stretch of highway on the way back and punched her a bit. So far so good, but as I said - can't really notice much. Maybe MPG will improve?
I dropped in the new ported throttle body this morning and took her for a test drive. I'm running the 93 race tune and the car was already very responsive, and at times erratic, so it's hard to tell the difference. The temperature was around 78 which also also cooler than it has been lately.
As denoted in the instructions, I disconnected the negative battery cable during the install. When I started the car it idled at just above 2k and then settled into the 1100 range. I backed out of the driveway and drove out. I had to hold my foot on the brake, otherwise it would cruise at 40mph (not good). I got about 2 miles from the house and the angry wrench popped up and she sputtered. I immediately pulled over and shut the car off, then I turned the key on and off 3 times to reset the system, then on the fourth time I started her back up. She's been fine since. Drove out to McDonalds, hit the short stretch of highway on the way back and punched her a bit. So far so good, but as I said - can't really notice much. Maybe MPG will improve?
08-27-2011, 11:11 AM
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Throttle body update...
I dropped in the new ported throttle body this morning and took her for a test drive. I'm running the 93 race tune and the car was already very responsive, and at times erratic, so it's hard to tell the difference. The temperature was around 78 which also also cooler than it has been lately.
As denoted in the instructions, I disconnected the negative battery cable during the install. When I started the car it idled at just above 2k and then settled into the 1100 range. I backed out of the driveway and drove out. I had to hold my foot on the brake, otherwise it would cruise at 40mph (not good). I got about 2 miles from the house and the angry wrench popped up and she sputtered. I immediately pulled over and shut the car off, then I turned the key on and off 3 times to reset the system, then on the fourth time I started her back up. She's been fine since. Drove out to McDonalds, hit the short stretch of highway on the way back and punched her a bit. So far so good, but as I said - can't really notice much. Maybe MPG will improve?
I dropped in the new ported throttle body this morning and took her for a test drive. I'm running the 93 race tune and the car was already very responsive, and at times erratic, so it's hard to tell the difference. The temperature was around 78 which also also cooler than it has been lately.
As denoted in the instructions, I disconnected the negative battery cable during the install. When I started the car it idled at just above 2k and then settled into the 1100 range. I backed out of the driveway and drove out. I had to hold my foot on the brake, otherwise it would cruise at 40mph (not good). I got about 2 miles from the house and the angry wrench popped up and she sputtered. I immediately pulled over and shut the car off, then I turned the key on and off 3 times to reset the system, then on the fourth time I started her back up. She's been fine since. Drove out to McDonalds, hit the short stretch of highway on the way back and punched her a bit. So far so good, but as I said - can't really notice much. Maybe MPG will improve?
Didn't think you would notice much but a throttle response increase without being FI the stock throttle body is plenty efficient when allowing air into the motor. Also turning the key off and on 3 times resets what? I'm not doubting you I've just never heard of that lol.
08-27-2011, 03:35 PM
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Didn't think you would notice much but a throttle response increase without being FI the stock throttle body is plenty efficient when allowing air into the motor. Also turning the key off and on 3 times resets what? I'm not doubting you I've just never heard of that lol.
I drove the car a good 30 miles today and no issues.
08-27-2011, 03:51 PM
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I hit the hood with the Porter Cable today. Not too bad. I've never used one of these machines, so it's true when they say it's safe. I also did half the hood on my red Ford Ranger which hasn't been waxed for years and it removed all the swirl marks. Awesome machine. Can't wait to do the rest of the car.
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08-27-2011, 04:12 PM
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I need to stop the mods soon since I plan to buy a 2014 or 2015 model. My daughter will get this one. At least it will stay in the familiy.
08-28-2011, 08:47 AM
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Had to remove the ported throttle body. The car is not accepting the donor organ! :-)
Anyone have any experience with ported throttle bodies with SCT/BAMA tunes? I thought maybe the computer would make some adjustments for this. At this point I assume I need a customized tune. I guess this is the price you pay when experimenting.
Anyone have any experience with ported throttle bodies with SCT/BAMA tunes? I thought maybe the computer would make some adjustments for this. At this point I assume I need a customized tune. I guess this is the price you pay when experimenting.
08-28-2011, 11:02 AM
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Car looks amazing kzonts! That porter really polished it up nicely, maybe I'll gather the ***** and go get one lol. Looks almost like the paint is still liquid!
I do believe you need a tune for the throttle body from what I have heard. Did it not say that on the americanmuscle site (or wherever you got it)? Maybe some need a tune, and others say tuneless...?
You might just want to contact BAMA and let them know about the change, I'm sure it's a very small change in the tune.
I do believe you need a tune for the throttle body from what I have heard. Did it not say that on the americanmuscle site (or wherever you got it)? Maybe some need a tune, and others say tuneless...?
You might just want to contact BAMA and let them know about the change, I'm sure it's a very small change in the tune.
08-28-2011, 12:55 PM
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I just got done detailing my car this morning. I really need a machine polisher! Well, not really, but I believe it's a must have when owning a black Mustang because swirl marks show up easily.
What hand polishing products you guys using? I've tried a couple different ones and the effort I put in is not worth the results IMO, of course it won't produce results like that of a machine polisher but I still expected more from hand polishing.
What hand polishing products you guys using? I've tried a couple different ones and the effort I put in is not worth the results IMO, of course it won't produce results like that of a machine polisher but I still expected more from hand polishing.
08-28-2011, 01:38 PM
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I just got done detailing my car this morning. I really need a machine polisher! Well, not really, but I believe it's a must have when owning a black Mustang because swirl marks show up easily.
What hand polishing products you guys using? I've tried a couple different ones and the effort I put in is not worth the results IMO, of course it won't produce results like that of a machine polisher but I still expected more from hand polishing.
What hand polishing products you guys using? I've tried a couple different ones and the effort I put in is not worth the results IMO, of course it won't produce results like that of a machine polisher but I still expected more from hand polishing.
http://www.wolfgangcarcare.com/
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