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thebean311 · 03-09-2001, 01:46 AM

Hello all,

I have just dived into the wonderful world of mustang modding. Just ten minutes ago, I put in my order for a Steeda Tri-Ax shifter. I've been driving my '00 GT now for about 9 months. I had just started a new job at the time, and had moved about 500 miles. I have just now gotten on my feet and my tax return will easily pay for my first mod!

One of the things I have picked up from this board as well as others is to swap out that stock shifter ASAP! Even though I have no clue what I'm doing when it comes to cars, the install doesn't look bad at all. A while back, I ripped out my center dash console when upgrading the stereo (the clips on the factory cassette deck stuck, so I had to pull the console), so I kind of know my way around. I also removed my air silencer last night, but promptly put it back after reading that it actually hinders more than helps the '99+ GTs.

I'm really excited about all this and kind of worried, too. I fell into the 'mod' scene with computers about two years ago, and my wallet still hasn't forgiven me for that! Unfortunately, tricking out my mustang will cost way more $$$ than tricking out all of my PCs has cost. Once I start spending, i can't stop! This is what has me worried! Oh, I also just ordered a conical K&N as well. I haven't yet decided if I want cold air induction or anything else, but I figure the K&N is cheap enough that if I have to scrap it, no biggie.

Well, I just wanted to share my first mod with you great guys and gals. I'd also like to thank you all for the advice that you have given to me, as well as the advice that you have given to others! I went surfing the archives trying to choose between the tri-ax and the pro 5.0.

Bean

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03-09-2001, 01:46 AM	#1
thebean311 Registered Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 18	A newbie dives in: steeda tri-ax shifter Hello all, I have just dived into the wonderful world of mustang modding. Just ten minutes ago, I put in my order for a Steeda Tri-Ax shifter. I've been driving my '00 GT now for about 9 months. I had just started a new job at the time, and had moved about 500 miles. I have just now gotten on my feet and my tax return will easily pay for my first mod! One of the things I have picked up from this board as well as others is to swap out that stock shifter ASAP! Even though I have no clue what I'm doing when it comes to cars, the install doesn't look bad at all. A while back, I ripped out my center dash console when upgrading the stereo (the clips on the factory cassette deck stuck, so I had to pull the console), so I kind of know my way around. I also removed my air silencer last night, but promptly put it back after reading that it actually hinders more than helps the '99+ GTs. I'm really excited about all this and kind of worried, too. I fell into the 'mod' scene with computers about two years ago, and my wallet still hasn't forgiven me for that! Unfortunately, tricking out my mustang will cost way more $$$ than tricking out all of my PCs has cost. Once I start spending, i can't stop! This is what has me worried! Oh, I also just ordered a conical K&N as well. I haven't yet decided if I want cold air induction or anything else, but I figure the K&N is cheap enough that if I have to scrap it, no biggie. Well, I just wanted to share my first mod with you great guys and gals. I'd also like to thank you all for the advice that you have given to me, as well as the advice that you have given to others! I went surfing the archives trying to choose between the tri-ax and the pro 5.0. Bean [This message has been edited by thebean311 (edited 03-09-2001).]