Automatics......

BowTie Eater 5 Liter · 09-01-2002, 06:19 PM

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

Jeff Chambers · 09-02-2002, 08:25 AM

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.

82 GT · 09-02-2002, 07:32 PM

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.

red82gt · 09-02-2002, 08:31 PM

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?

Meatman · 09-02-2002, 09:13 PM

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.

09-01-2002, 06:19 PM	#1
BowTie Eater 5 Liter Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Maple Ridge B.C. Canada, The Best Place In The World Posts: 871	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 __________________ 1984 Bronco II, 36" Michelin Military Tires, 95 EFI 5.0, NP435 Tranny, NP208 Doubler, NP205 Transfer Case, Fill Size Solid Dana 44 Front End, WH Progressive Rate Rock Crawling Coils, Bronco 8.8 Rear, Skyjacker Softride Leafs, 5.13 Gears, Detroit Locker. Final Crawl Ratio Of 175:1 88 GT Best 60ft. 2.181 Best ET 14.350 Best MPH 98.01 ~WRECKED!!!!~

09-02-2002, 08:25 AM	#2
Jeff Chambers Moderator Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Milan, OH Posts: 2,699	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. __________________ Jeff Chambers 1990 Mustang GT 10.032 Seconds / 137.5 MPH 14-time Street Warrior World Record Setter CRT Performance 2001 Tropic Green Mustang GT - 12.181 / 113.2 MPH 2002 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 7.3l Power Stroke - 17.41@77.2 "There's nothing boring about a small block automatic shifting gears at 9400 rpm!"

09-02-2002, 07:32 PM	#3
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	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. __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

09-02-2002, 08:31 PM	#4
red82gt Sober voice of Reason Join Date: Nov 1998 Location: Kelowna, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,514	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? __________________ 393W: AFR 205's, hydraulic roller, TKO600.

09-02-2002, 09:13 PM	#5
Meatman Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Brampton Posts: 16	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. __________________ Meatman Novi Blown '93 5.0 LX Hatch AOD w/Lentech VB 14.124 @ 97.93MPH (before blower) 206.9 RWHP/263TQ Low 13's is my next goal! Meatman's StangPage

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