Tell him to go rent a 99+ Gt for the day.
There you go, problem solved!
Serouisly though, 700$ to make a 98 GT beat a LT-1. Hmmmmm thats a challenge, Hammers route will do it, But I personally wouldnt do it that way. Probably because I have no experience with Nitrouis.
Damn, I dont think it can be done for 700$. Oh, how about a set of 4.10's for the rear. Thats a start. Then maybe an off-road H pipe, and some BBK pullies, or March, there cheaper than the Steeda.
A lighter wieght drive shaft can be worth some ponies to, plus it cuts the wieght.
I've heard (Im not sure, this is what I've heard though) that Larger throttle bodies, and cold air kits actually hurt the early 96-98 4.6L performance.
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