Automatics......
 

well, it looks like i will be getting a 5.0 again, there isnt eanough 60's stangs in good shape(no rust) around at a reasonable cost.

i was thinking about getting a 5.0, ill take a stick, or auto, but i was wondering what kinda times do the 87-93 5.0's turn with an aod factory stock? also, how do they launch compared to the 5 speeds(i could only manage a best of 2.181 in the 60' in the gt)

this stang will be a drag car, with the occasional drive around town on nice nights, but no where near daily driving.

now, doing an aod-c4 conversion, how much power would you gain to the wheels(if any)?

i was thinking of going with about a 3000rpm stall, and a shift kit if i do go with an auto, but i dont know anything about them.

the car will have a turbocharger or two in the future, so it will have a little bit of power, but i want the tranny to be able to take it.

thanks

If you're considering staying with the AOD, I'd recommend that you check out the Lentech AOD line. They offer brute strength and reliability with the ability to keep O/D for street duty. If its going to be a drag car I'd consider more than a 3000rpm stall though. I'd look at something like about 4400 minimum to get good 60' performance.

I forget what some of the 1/4 mile numbers are on a stock '87-93 mustang w/AOD but they were usually about 4-5 tenths slower than the 5 speed cars.

I don't think you'll gain any RWHP converting to a C4, I think the AOD is about as efficient as you get for an auto.
Hopefully you'll be able to find a clean car, I'll keep my eyes open for you.
Have you considered buying the wreck of your old one and transplanting everything into a clean 4cyl. car?

I have a 93 5.0 with an AOD that has hardened parts and a newly installed Lentech Street Terminator Valve Body. I didn't go with a Torque Convertor due to cost and the fact I want power with somewhat of a smooth ride (something a higher stall would remove).

The VB gives you a nice 1-2-3 and a switch for OD instead of the crappy stock 1-2/3-OD. I now have control over my gears COMPLETELY.

As for times...well with a full exhaust change, 3.73 gears and a MAC Cold Air Kit, I got the time and speed in my SIG.