How do I increase HP in my Mustang V6?
So I have a 2010 Mustang V6, and I'm thrilled with it, but I'm looking to add a little more performance. Nothing over the top, but enough to be worth the money. I've never had a car tuned before, and that really isn't my forte, but for those of you who have had it professionally done, how much hp did you gain? Also, I'm thinking about installing a cold air intake and some lighter pulleys. This may sound kind of stupid, but I need to get the engine tuned after the mods right? I've gotten some contradictory information in my research, and the last thing I want is to do harm to my engine. I'm willing to spend some money in order to get this done, but I want the hp gains to be worth it. How much hp do you predict I will gain after the mods and the tune, and also how will this affect my mpg? Thank you for your time
ARE MUSTANGS FAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...
03, 04 cobras (the terminator series) were limited production mustangs. in 03 they built 8300 coupes & 5100 convertibles in 04 they built 3768 coupes & 1896 convertibles. the engines were built around a 4.6 block but were hand assembled with high quality forged internals & fully equipped with race ready equipment. standard equipment included a low boost supercharger & they were the only mustang to have: -6 speed narrow gate transmission -independent rear suspension they featured big brembo brakes on the front and a custom (suede & leather interior) yes very fast -they came out of the factory (rated) at 390 hp and out of the box could do 0-60 in 4.5 & the 1/4 in high 12's, few reviews http://www.edmunds.com/ford/mustangsvtco... http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/cou... because the engines with race ready internals are so strong they can be readily enhanced to run 520-600 rwhp (power at the wheels, dyno tested) through higher boost superchargers. lots of u-tube stuff on the cobras, here's one running about 520hp having fun: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WB0cuYujW... yes these are seriously fast cars, and if you are interested you should get on a forum like http://www.svtperformance.com/ they have 1 group dedicated to the terminator series. good luck/enjoy (04 cobra running 575rwhp) http://www.cardomain.com/member_pages/show_image.pl?image=http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/1/web/3169000-3169999/3169967_8_full.jpg?081519-289 http://www.cardomain.com/member_pages/show_image.pl?image=http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/1/web/3169000-3169999/3169967_7_full.jpg?480310-286
Supercharging a V6 Mustang??..plz answer my question.?
I personally think adding a supercharger to any car will wake it up. With your application there is only one company out there in which makes a complete system for your car, which is ProCharger. The kit is only set at 5 psi, which is a good 35-40% more HP. They also have a 7psi option which adds a good 50-55% more HP to your engine but that kit requires larger fuel injector. So when you think about it you are adding almost a good 100HP to your car....which will beat a 4.6L. But, there is nothing wrong having a 3.8L. If you love the car then spend money on it. You will love the sound of the supercharger and the power. The sound is like a jet spooling up...there is really no other sound like a supercharger. And in the future lets say you did modify your engine by adding some stronger pistons and rods....you can still use the same supercharger and run more boost out of it. ...and No the supercharger will not cause any damaged to your crank. The manufactures design these systems as a kit to be safe and reliable for your application. There is a reason most car factories run superchargers instead of turbos. You find them in Fords, GM's, Jaqs, Merc....pretty much all the popular car manufactures out there. If they trust superchargers so can you.
Ford Mustang, What would be better? Cobra, Saleen or Roush?
First of all, Jeremy Clarkson (of "Top Gear" fame) doesn't know JACK about Mustangs. I've seen the episode with the Roush Mustang and he CLAIMS that the Roush has an independent rear suspension. This is 100% false. That Roush has a solid axle suspension, just like every other S197 Mustang, whether it's a V6 or a GT500. Does it have upgraded springs and dampers? Sure... but it doesn't have a "modern suspension unlike the other Mustangs" and it does NOT have an independent rear suspension like Jeremy Clarkson claims. Now, to the original question: This question is quite difficult to answer given all the variables of money, looks, straight-line vs. handling speed, etc... The quick answer is, the '03-'04 Cobra is the best bang-for-the-buck. At the time the '03-'04 Cobra was making ~370whp (~425hp), non-supercharged Roushes and Saleens, which were essentially just 260hp Mustang GT's with body-kits and a few suspension parts cost just as much. Then, if you moved up to a Supercharged Stage 3 Roush or Saleen S-281SC, you STILL made less power than a stock '03-'04 Cobra, and the car cost MUCH more than the Cobra. Of course, you could spend ~$70k on a Saleen Extreme and be faster, but for double the money. Now, the same is essentially true with the new '05+ cars. The best bang-for-the-buck straight line speed is still the GT500 from Ford. To buy a Roush or Saleen that is actually faster would cost significantly more money, and the car would be significantly inferior as far as engine potential goes. The GT500 has a robust 5.4L DOHC engine, whereas most of the Roushes and Saleens simply supercharge the 3V 4.6L engine. If you want bang-for-the-buck, I'd just go with the Cobra/GT500, depending on what bodystyle you would like... and if you really want it to look like a Roush or Saleen, just put the body peices on the Cobra/Shelby. Good luck
Engine transplant help. 2007 Mustang?
Like others have already said, it's just not worth it. I know it's not what you want to hear, but it's true. I was thinking of doing the same with my 2006 auto. Just switching my transmission from auto to manual was going to cost me 10 grand rounded up. That's not even the engine. You could probably get a good price on a used engine, but i wanted to go with a new engine from the manufacturer. A 4.6L V8 supercharged engine from Roush would cost me about 8 or 9 grand. Just the engine alone, not to mention shipping and handling, but you could always exclude that if you got it near your area. Also, i don't know how nor do i have the equipment to install an engine so labor costs would kill me. After all the research i did, and keep in mind i usually figure my expenses as worst case scenario, it would cost me around $15,000 - $25,000 depending on if i did stuff myself or what engine i got exactly like if it was supercharged or not, etc. You can buy a 2010 Mustang GT with a 4.6L V8 at about 315HP (so it says) brand new for about $30,000 or so depending on what all you want. I would go with that and that is just my honest opinion. I still have my 2006 V6 and i always will, but i am saving up for a good down payment for a 2011 Mustang because it's rumored to have insane gas mileage. Well, insane being about 30 or so, but that's more than the 22.7 MPG my V6 gets now. I hope i helped =]
99-04 mustang turbo V6 or 99-04 mustang V8?
Hey great ideal, go with the V6 it will insure a lot cheaper and the savings will pay for the turbo in just a short time, if no tickets. Besides anyone that races knows you have a V6 and not a GT so SUPRISE!
Mustang owners, what’s the best mods you’d tell a beginner owner to get (05-09 gt 4.6)?
Get it handling and stopping properly:Shocks and springs (MCS)Roll center correcting ball joints and tie rods (Steeda)Watts link kit (Coretx)Bigger brake rotors and calipers (especially in the front) (Baer)I would do brakes first (stock GT brakes are crap for such a heavy car), then shocks/springs, then watts link, then roll center correction. There’s also some good chassis bracing solutions if you really want to tighten things up (check Steeda for those).After all that’s done, then look at power upgrades (intake/exhaust, chip).
What's the difference between a Mustang base, deluxe & premium?
If Ford says it's a Premium, then it's a Premium. What Ford's official database says is the ONLY thing that matters. The used car dealer just doesn't know what the hell they are doing and the mechanic shop probably has an unreliable and wrong database. The v6 is considered a base Mustang and is even today. In 2003, within the base Mustang you could get 3 trim levels: Standard, Deluxe or Premium. The 2003 GT had 2 trim levels: Deluxe or Premium. Now, certain option packages were available on the lesser trim levels but in general extra options would mean that you probably have a Deluxe or Premium especially with your particular options. The Premium trim level included leather seats and the 6 disc changer while the Standard and Deluxe did not so it seems to confirm what Ford told you. I don't have a 2003 dealer brochure to go by but I assume that leather seats were most definitely not an option with the Standard and maybe not even on the Deluxe. Having said that, you still only have a v6 Mustang which makes it worth MUCH less than any trim level GT Mustang. Any online value guide is pretty unreliable. When it comes down to it someone is only going to pay you what other people are paying and a written guide is no way to get real world prices. The first question you get when you say you have a Mustang for sale is if it's a GT or not. That's because 90% of the people out there in the used market want a v8 in a Mustang. Resale value will not be very good on a v6 in general and since you bought yours at a used car dealer you paid way too much for it. Don't expect to get anywhere near what you paid for your car when you try to sell it. Your v6 has lots of creature comforts, may be fun to drive, and it will handle pretty well but it will not hold it's value like it's GT brethren. For actual prices go on Ebay and look under completed listings to see what the actual paid prices are. The sold prices will be in green while ones that didn't sell will be in red. You can also go on Craigslist to see what people are selling their v6 Mustangs for. But I've seen some pretty outrageous prices on there so I wouldn't rely too much on that website. You may be able to find a website that shows actual sold prices for cars. I know they do that for new cars but I'm so sure about used ones. I included a link to an article that explains options and trim levels in more detail.
Here is my 2017 Mustang GT modification list. What are some possible mods to add to the list?
Cool car! Any pictures? It sounds like you focused on the suspension first? The rear gears would probably be my next modification, some 3.73 or 4.11s will wake it up. A good short throw shifter with positive stops and a spring or tighter bushings can really make your drive feel better, or destroy your transmission if you buy a low quality one :(The Boss intake or Edelbrock Victor intake they make for it should help the top end pull harder and some headers or at least a cat back could make it sound better. Exhaust cutouts are always fun, throw in a line locker, because why not? And you'll be able to wake up your whole neighborhood :)Beyond that you might have to rip into it to get a lot of performance, higher lift cams and a turbo or supercharger. They make an FRPP kit or probably a Roush supercharger for it and still have good drivability but a turbo kit or twins would make it untouchable.A second set of wheels and tires for the style driving you plan to do with it could really round out your suspensions modifications. It has IRS and I could just guess it'll be puking parts all over the road eventually, making it stronger before that happens can save some headaches later. From there, if it breaks buy the best replacement you can afford and eventually you'll have built everything.
Where can I find a turbo or supercharger for a 2003 maxima 3.5 v6?
There's no kits available now for the 3.5. Stillen used to make a supercharger kit for the 6spd maximas but phased it out due to low/no customers and cost ($6500 kit!). I really don't see a distinct advantage slapping on force induction since the engine already makes 255hp (210-220 corrected). You can do some pretty simple things (intake, headers, full catback, AFR tune, IM spacers, Cams) and you can be in the 300hp (iirc 260whp) range easily. Mind you, doing all these are far more realiable and cost effective than slapping on boost and bombing the motor.