Part Peformance

1969Mach1 · 03-01-2002, 04:22 PM

Sorry but I'm kinda new and I just wanna learn some more about my engine and performance parts. I know the basics of engines but I don't know what is worth changing right now. Also I don't really even know what has been done to my engine. When I pull it out I hope to find out what's been done to it.
I was looking to add abit more power to my engine. Right now I have a chance to buy a Edelbrock PERFORMER 351-W (IDLE-5500 RPM) Intake Manifold for my 351-4bbl. I was wondering how much hp will it give me, I have a Holly Carb I think the 600cfm on it but not 100% sure. Also a K&N Air Filter if that makes a difference. I can pick it up for $150 Canadian (apx $95 US) it's used but in good condition.

Also next question should I change my ignition coil (I don't believe there is anything special with the one I got now) also which brand do you suggest. Also should I change my ignition, and which one too. What performance difference will I notice with changing each of these.

Thank you for your patience and helping me out. I figured if there was anyone best to ask it was you guys.

Thanks!
§am.

69fastback · 03-02-2002, 04:57 PM

good wires and a coil really helped me out alot. I only buy msd i tried accell and hated it.

Frankenstang65 · 03-03-2002, 01:01 AM

$95 bucks for a good intake sounds like a good deal to me. That's what I have on my car as well. I'm not sure about how many hp it gave me, but I will say the difference was a fairly noticeable one. I would recommend picking a manifold that will suit the motor you want to build in the future, ie: if you're gonna stroke it and put high flow heads and a big cam, then you may want to put an intake that supports more top end power becuase you'll already have enough low end torque to get you off the line. Keep those kinds of things in mind.
As far as ignition is concerened, I have put it high on my list of things to do. Several of my friends have installed MSD or mallory electronic distributors, high power coils, msd box (6al), and good wires. The kit from pertronix is a good one, and I was considereing putting it in before I started having trouble with my current distributor. All of these friends have noticed a big increase in mid-range and top end power (as a result of more complete combustion) and even better gas milage. Their cars are also much easier to start on a cold morning.

Hope that helps....later.

1969Mach1 · 03-03-2002, 04:41 PM

Thanks, the advice and info is greatly appreciated. I am going to buy it since I have the opertunity, the engine is coming out of the car come spring so at that time I'm going to get a new coil probably take 69Fastback's suggestion and get a MSD, and probably get a ignition at that time too. The ignitions look rather pricey but I guess that's with any parts really.

03-01-2002, 04:22 PM	#1
1969Mach1 HEY I CAN SET A NAME NOW! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,556	Part Peformance Sorry but I'm kinda new and I just wanna learn some more about my engine and performance parts. I know the basics of engines but I don't know what is worth changing right now. Also I don't really even know what has been done to my engine. When I pull it out I hope to find out what's been done to it. I was looking to add abit more power to my engine. Right now I have a chance to buy a Edelbrock PERFORMER 351-W (IDLE-5500 RPM) Intake Manifold for my 351-4bbl. I was wondering how much hp will it give me, I have a Holly Carb I think the 600cfm on it but not 100% sure. Also a K&N Air Filter if that makes a difference. I can pick it up for $150 Canadian (apx $95 US) it's used but in good condition. Also next question should I change my ignition coil (I don't believe there is anything special with the one I got now) also which brand do you suggest. Also should I change my ignition, and which one too. What performance difference will I notice with changing each of these. Thank you for your patience and helping me out. I figured if there was anyone best to ask it was you guys. Thanks! §am. __________________ 1969 Mustang Mach 1Sold 351-4V Windsor, 4 Speed MACH 1 - Moving At The Speed Of Sound. 1979 Mustang Indianapolis 500 Pace Car For Sale - Email me for Info 302-2V, 3-Speed Auto One of 2,106 made One of 405 sent to Canada. Yes those are caution lights, and No you can't pass me when there on. Ricer Hater's Club - Member #4

03-02-2002, 04:57 PM	#2
69fastback IRAQ VET Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: high desert California Posts: 1,480	good wires and a coil really helped me out alot. I only buy msd i tried accell and hated it. __________________ 428 Cobra Jet SOHC 5.4 3V F-150 96 mystic cobra 91 GT

03-03-2002, 01:01 AM	#3
Frankenstang65 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 79	$95 bucks for a good intake sounds like a good deal to me. That's what I have on my car as well. I'm not sure about how many hp it gave me, but I will say the difference was a fairly noticeable one. I would recommend picking a manifold that will suit the motor you want to build in the future, ie: if you're gonna stroke it and put high flow heads and a big cam, then you may want to put an intake that supports more top end power becuase you'll already have enough low end torque to get you off the line. Keep those kinds of things in mind. As far as ignition is concerened, I have put it high on my list of things to do. Several of my friends have installed MSD or mallory electronic distributors, high power coils, msd box (6al), and good wires. The kit from pertronix is a good one, and I was considereing putting it in before I started having trouble with my current distributor. All of these friends have noticed a big increase in mid-range and top end power (as a result of more complete combustion) and even better gas milage. Their cars are also much easier to start on a cold morning. Hope that helps....later. __________________ 1965 Coupe: 351W, comp cam, Aluminum Systemax II heads (2.02/1.60), 1.7 Cobra full roller rockers, Edelbrock intake, Holley 650 double pumper, Mallory Unilite, MSD-6AL, MSD Blaster 2 coil, MSD heli-core plug wires, Hedman headers, 2 1/2" exhaust (GT style) w/ 40 series delta flows, 69 C4 w/ shift kit, shelby traction bars, 3.55:1 rear Daily Driver: 1989 GT- 5spd, K&N (no silencer), Shorty Headers, King Cobra Clutch, Flowmaster Force II Cat-back

03-03-2002, 04:41 PM	#4
1969Mach1 HEY I CAN SET A NAME NOW! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,556	Thanks, the advice and info is greatly appreciated. I am going to buy it since I have the opertunity, the engine is coming out of the car come spring so at that time I'm going to get a new coil probably take 69Fastback's suggestion and get a MSD, and probably get a ignition at that time too. The ignitions look rather pricey but I guess that's with any parts really. __________________ 1969 Mustang Mach 1Sold 351-4V Windsor, 4 Speed MACH 1 - Moving At The Speed Of Sound. 1979 Mustang Indianapolis 500 Pace Car For Sale - Email me for Info 302-2V, 3-Speed Auto One of 2,106 made One of 405 sent to Canada. Yes those are caution lights, and No you can't pass me when there on. Ricer Hater's Club - Member #4

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