Buy a 5.0L with a 5 speed, get a notch (coupe), try to find either a 91 or 92.
I have gone through this bolt-on nightmare once and am in the process of doing it all again. So, my advice would be:
After the free upgrades like timing and removing the air silencer, etc, start with stiffening the chassis with sub frame connectors and torque box reinforcements.
I'd buy gears next. 3.73 is a good gear for everyday use.
From there upgrade the exhaust from front to back with a good 2 1/2" system. I prefer long tube headers, but you'll get conflicting advice on this matter.
From there add underdrive pulleys, a 130amp alternator and electric fan. This will make a very noticable difference.
That should get you started.
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Project: 1988 Coupe - EFI 5.8L Twin Turbo with Victor intake, Canfield heads, F303 cam, March aluminum underdrive pulleys, TKO (or T56 if funds permit), PBR twin piston calipers and 13" rotors up front, 94 Cobra rear calipers and 12" rotors on the rear, 3.73's, Griggs K-member, tubular front control arms, torque arm and panhard bar, polished 99 Cobra wheels.
"The GR-40 kit installation is now complete, and the humble Fox-chassis car will now out-corner and out-stop a ZR-1 or a Viper, and support massive horsepower additions with perfect balance."
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