Major Life Desicions...

95mustanggt · 06-01-2001, 08:29 AM

Well, maybe not that big of a life decision I guess.

Since I'm moving down to the US in a couple weeks and the prices of parts are way cheaper than here in Canada (even with the exchange). I'm thinking about putting some money in my car.

After reading a MM&FF 5.0 Tech article I've been thinking about buying (And I'm leaning to Edelbrock, but Holley and GT40 parts are still an option) new Heads, intake, 65mm TB, cam (similar to E303), TB adapter, New Timing chain and Rockers, 3.73s and long tube headers. (Boy that sounds like a lot considering I should still add a new MAF and 24lb injectors with a better fuel pump).

Anyway grabing some prices from Summit and the like it's going to cost between $2500 and $3000 for all that. And I should be able to hit mid 13's with that combo I hope.

I've been thinking why not just buy the 3.73's and get a Vortech S-trim. I know that it would probably run me $3500 to $4000, but would I see better performance? I could always start to add the TB, intake, etc. after, right?

Which way should I lean? My car has 60,000 miles on it, would that be any concern for a Vortech?

Which path do I take???

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Driving: 1998 F-150
Far way in Edmonton==>

1995 Mustang GT

Mach 1 · 06-01-2001, 09:03 AM

eithier way is fine and will do the job. i like the heads, intake, etc...then you can add a blower later if u want, and youll really scream then.

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1993 GT/AOD
'93 Mustang GT

95GTS · 06-01-2001, 01:36 PM

I'd go with the heads, intake, cam, etc. before the blower. It's cheaper and with the right combo you'll be making just as much hp as you would with the blower on the stock motor. Then later add the blower. Either way for sure get the gears.

For example: Holley Systemax II $1,995;; Blower: about $3,000

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1994 Red SVT Lightning #2019 <FOR SALE>

[This message has been edited by 96GTS (edited 06-01-2001).]

95mustanggt · 06-01-2001, 02:30 PM

Thanks guys, that's 2 for going NA right now. I was getting sold on the idea of a KB blower from that current thread on Blower selection. But I guess you're right. Besides it's going to be hard enough to talk to the finance commitee (wife) about the money for the Head, intake, etc.

What's the take on the Edelbrock's Performer power package compared to Holly's SysteMax?

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Driving: 1998 F-150
Far way in Edmonton==>

1995 Mustang GT

Skyman · 06-01-2001, 06:44 PM

Hook up and you will run 12's with your heads/cam/intake.

Sky

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-1989 Saleen Mustang #406- TFS Heads, E-303, edelbrock intake,70MM TB, 73mm MAF, off road H, headers and 3chamber flows.
12.55@107mph
50-175 Nitrous Works WET Kit just added.

06-01-2001, 08:29 AM	#1
95mustanggt Registered Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Kamloops, BC Posts: 2,875	Major Life Desicions... Well, maybe not that big of a life decision I guess. Since I'm moving down to the US in a couple weeks and the prices of parts are way cheaper than here in Canada (even with the exchange). I'm thinking about putting some money in my car. After reading a MM&FF 5.0 Tech article I've been thinking about buying (And I'm leaning to Edelbrock, but Holley and GT40 parts are still an option) new Heads, intake, 65mm TB, cam (similar to E303), TB adapter, New Timing chain and Rockers, 3.73s and long tube headers. (Boy that sounds like a lot considering I should still add a new MAF and 24lb injectors with a better fuel pump). Anyway grabing some prices from Summit and the like it's going to cost between $2500 and $3000 for all that. And I should be able to hit mid 13's with that combo I hope. I've been thinking why not just buy the 3.73's and get a Vortech S-trim. I know that it would probably run me $3500 to $4000, but would I see better performance? I could always start to add the TB, intake, etc. after, right? Which way should I lean? My car has 60,000 miles on it, would that be any concern for a Vortech? Which path do I take??? ------------------ Driving: 1998 F-150 Far way in Edmonton==> 1995 Mustang GT

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06-01-2001, 09:03 AM	#2
Mach 1 Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,866	eithier way is fine and will do the job. i like the heads, intake, etc...then you can add a blower later if u want, and youll really scream then. ------------------ 1993 GT/AOD '93 Mustang GT

06-01-2001, 01:36 PM	#3
95GTS Git jiggy Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: MO USA Posts: 865	I'd go with the heads, intake, cam, etc. before the blower. It's cheaper and with the right combo you'll be making just as much hp as you would with the blower on the stock motor. Then later add the blower. Either way for sure get the gears. For example: Holley Systemax II $1,995;; Blower: about $3,000 ------------------ 1994 Red SVT Lightning #2019 <FOR SALE> [This message has been edited by 96GTS (edited 06-01-2001).]

06-01-2001, 02:30 PM	#4
95mustanggt Registered Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Kamloops, BC Posts: 2,875	Thanks guys, that's 2 for going NA right now. I was getting sold on the idea of a KB blower from that current thread on Blower selection. But I guess you're right. Besides it's going to be hard enough to talk to the finance commitee (wife) about the money for the Head, intake, etc. What's the take on the Edelbrock's Performer power package compared to Holly's SysteMax? ------------------ Driving: 1998 F-150 Far way in Edmonton==> 1995 Mustang GT

06-01-2001, 06:44 PM	#5
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Hook up and you will run 12's with your heads/cam/intake. Sky ------------------ -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- TFS Heads, E-303, edelbrock intake,70MM TB, 73mm MAF, off road H, headers and 3chamber flows. 12.55@107mph 50-175 Nitrous Works WET Kit just added.