Well I just got back my tax return, so of course that means it's time to buy some car parts. I have just the basic mods now; upper pulley and tensioner, CAI and exhaust. I've been thinking about getting an intercooler expansion tank and dual pass heat exchanger from LFP. Would it be too soon for this? I suppose cooler intake charge temps are always good, but is it really worth it with the minimal mods I have done?
New H/E, too soon?
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Good prep work for a port and a lower or TS. How's your traction? You can start addressing that too. Wider rims, rear tires if that's part of your goals.
I would pass on the H/E...I run a dual pass, but if I could do it again, I would have spent the money elsewhere...I say 10.5 inch rims and DRs...
I'd hold off on the H/E or intercooler tank. I'd get a rear IRS brace, shifter, subframe connectors or lowering springs.
Well I forgot to mention I already have subframe connectors and a strut tower brace. I also now have these items on order; wiring upgrade harness to install my BAP pre-FPDM, BilletFlow IRS Brace, and a MGW orange shifter. Now you guys have me considering the 10.5" rear wheels... I'm liking the looks of the FR500 wheels. Would you stick with 17s?
I would do the heat exchanger if you plan on more power in the future. Also it wouldn't hurt since you live in Flordia. The 10.5 wheels are a good choice also. Before you buy wheels you should decide if you want to keep the 17's or move to 18's. No need to buy wheels and tires twice. I can't answer the 17's verses 18's question. The are some things to consider when choosing wheel size. I am considering moving up to 18's.
Also if you do decide to go with the heat exchanger give Lethal a call. Don't buy anything from lfp they are not a vender on this site anymore. Do a search on lfp and you will find out why I gave you this advise. You will thank me after you order from Lethal and you actually get your parts in a timely manner.
Also if you do decide to go with the heat exchanger give Lethal a call. Don't buy anything from lfp they are not a vender on this site anymore. Do a search on lfp and you will find out why I gave you this advise. You will thank me after you order from Lethal and you actually get your parts in a timely manner.
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Diddo on LFP, although I have not had a problem with them I have heard too many horor stories and I am going to walk away ahead before i become a victim.
The H/E is great insurance upgrade and def looks better than the stocker.
FR500's are nice but waaaaaaaaay popular on SN95 mustangs.
The H/E is great insurance upgrade and def looks better than the stocker.
FR500's are nice but waaaaaaaaay popular on SN95 mustangs.
18s look great but they are a lot more expensive to buy tires for. I am on my second set of drag radials. I wish i would have bought 17s. You could buy stock 17 replicas possibly paint them black to keep cost down
I noticed you live in Fl and cooler intake temps and even engine temps would be a good Idea. Is your car lowered?
Black stockers on a redfire look geat. I have the H/E and expansion tank and I think they look great but I'm not really sure how they really helped me as far as power goes. I know a KB 2.8 that made 650rwhp with the stock H/E and the tune was safe.
Well I think I'll put in a H/E and expansion tank; I figure it's gotta help out in Florida. Then I think I'll start updating my fuel system. I'm thinking about getting the Eaton ported later. As for wheels, I think I'd have to go with 18's. They fill the wheelgap so much better. Of course I'd have to lower it so it doesn't look like a 4x4. Ahh! So many things I want to do. No, NEED to do!
Sounds like you got a plan, Good luck.
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