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Mr 5 0 · 03-19-2002, 04:06 PM

Originally posted by Stang39r

I've heard lots about gears but what HP am i lookin at and what size gives what pros/cons?

4.10 or 3.73 ratio, at least for your '95 convert with AOD.

Lower rear differential gears give no HP gain (that's in the engine) but they will increase the transfer of torque to the rear wheels and you accelerate faster. Basic Mustang mod; about $200. for the gears alone. The only negative is that you may use a little more gas and lose a tiny bit on the top end. If the gears aren't installed properly, they can whine and wear out quickly. While your mechanical friends are working in the pumpkin, check the Traction - Lok discs as they often need rebuilding, too. Low-cost repair; big gain.

Consider installing an AOD shift kit, too. Again, no HP gain but faster, harder shifts for better performance. About $100. Change the fluid to synthetic, too.

what kinda chips are out there?

Plenty.

...and are they worth it?

No, not on a basically stock engine. Save your money.

how do you adjust the timing on a mustang. i have an auto and heard you can do it for free yourself

Yes, you can. You need a timing light, an ignition wrench and some chalk. If you have friends who can install rear gears, ask them to advance your timing and show you what to do. It's fairly simple and takes about 10 minutes.

...any other ideas would be appreciated a ton. im going for flat out HP cause i got all the sound i need.

Remove the air silencer (free), install a K&N filter and remove your catalytic converters or get low-restriction cats ($200. - up) as they waste a lot of HP.

Underdrive pullies ($100.) are worth some HP (about 5-7) but you need a excellent charging system or you'll have 'battery' trouble.

Sub-frame connectors are a good investment for your 'vert (about $100. - $150.) They stabilize the body for better launches and overall handling. Be sure they're welded - not just bolted - in.

For $800. (or less) Do the gears, shift kit, cat removal/replacement, sub-frame connectors, pullies, K&N, timing advance plus a total tune-up (plugs, plug wires, distributor cap & rotor, gas filter, PCV replacement and check of your TPS and cleaning of the IAC/throttle body and you should notice a big difference in your Mustang's performance.

03-19-2002, 04:06 PM	#2
Mr 5 0 Conservative Individualist Join Date: May 1997 Location: Wherever I need to be Posts: 7,487	Re: got some money comin Originally posted by Stang39r I've heard lots about gears but what HP am i lookin at and what size gives what pros/cons? 4.10 or 3.73 ratio, at least for your '95 convert with AOD. Lower rear differential gears give no HP gain (that's in the engine) but they will increase the transfer of torque to the rear wheels and you accelerate faster. Basic Mustang mod; about $200. for the gears alone. The only negative is that you may use a little more gas and lose a tiny bit on the top end. If the gears aren't installed properly, they can whine and wear out quickly. While your mechanical friends are working in the pumpkin, check the Traction - Lok discs as they often need rebuilding, too. Low-cost repair; big gain. Consider installing an AOD shift kit, too. Again, no HP gain but faster, harder shifts for better performance. About $100. Change the fluid to synthetic, too. what kinda chips are out there? Plenty. ...and are they worth it? No, not on a basically stock engine. Save your money. how do you adjust the timing on a mustang. i have an auto and heard you can do it for free yourself Yes, you can. You need a timing light, an ignition wrench and some chalk. If you have friends who can install rear gears, ask them to advance your timing and show you what to do. It's fairly simple and takes about 10 minutes. ...any other ideas would be appreciated a ton. im going for flat out HP cause i got all the sound i need. Remove the air silencer (free), install a K&N filter and remove your catalytic converters or get low-restriction cats ($200. - up) as they waste a lot of HP. Underdrive pullies ($100.) are worth some HP (about 5-7) but you need a excellent charging system or you'll have 'battery' trouble. Sub-frame connectors are a good investment for your 'vert (about $100. - $150.) They stabilize the body for better launches and overall handling. Be sure they're welded - not just bolted - in. For $800. (or less) Do the gears, shift kit, cat removal/replacement, sub-frame connectors, pullies, K&N, timing advance plus a total tune-up (plugs, plug wires, distributor cap & rotor, gas filter, PCV replacement and check of your TPS and cleaning of the IAC/throttle body and you should notice a big difference in your Mustang's performance.