95' mustang 215 up to 300hp

[mdh2087]

I was just wondering if anyone knew what mods would increase a 95' mustang from 215 hp to 300hp without using FAI. I was planning on getting a flowmaster exhaust (40 series), K&N air filter and a computer chip. If anyone knows of any other mods please let me know. THanks

[rerun]

Originally Posted by mdh2087

I was just wondering if anyone knew what mods would increase a 95' mustang from 215 hp to 300hp without using FAI. I was planning on getting a flowmaster exhaust (40 series), K&N air filter and a computer chip. If anyone knows of any other mods please let me know. THanks

.... getting 300hp out of an engine is not as easy as u think, a new exahust system, an air filter and a chip isn't gonna get u past 250... get some headers and that exhaust system, and the chip, also get some pulyls (i hear those are good) and just get some good stuff, but don't waste your money on a shit air cleaner

[Los]

Originally Posted by rerun

.... getting 300hp out of an engine is not as easy as u think, a new exahust system, an air filter and a chip isn't gonna get u past 250... get some headers and that exhaust system, and the chip, also get some pulyls (i hear those are good) and just get some good stuff, but don't waste your money on a shit air cleaner

Its easier on a 5.0 than a 4.6.

Seriously, heads, cam, intake will get you over 300, if you want all motor. If not, then a 100 shot of spray will do nicely.

[HiFlow5 0]

Originally Posted by Los

Its easier on a 5.0 than a 4.6.

Seriously, heads, cam, intake will get you over 300, if you want all motor. If not, then a 100 shot of spray will do nicely.

Yes, yes! Heads, Intake, and a Cam are the building blocks to a strong motor. Don't neglect the small things though. A good exhaust system is a must! Larger TB, and MAF meter are also key in any good combo. Pulleys and an air filter are good cheap places to start. And forget the chip for now, spend the money elsewhere.

[mdh2087]

With the 5.0 how much am I looking at to have the local mechanic install the cam, cause that would probably be my first mod to the engine. Also, what type of lift should i look for in the cam, i want something with a rough idle but i not racing so i still need it to idle.

[rerun]

Originally Posted by mdh2087

With the 5.0 how much am I looking at to have the local mechanic install the cam, cause that would probably be my first mod to the engine. Also, what type of lift should i look for in the cam, i want something with a rough idle but i not racing so i still need it to idle.

i dunno about the price but when u cahnge the cam u need to change the lifters with it... and what size cam u want all depends on how much hp u want.. with about 300hp u want a fair size cam.. about .460ish is plenty... and also the price depends on how many cams u need

[HiFlow5 0]

Originally Posted by mdh2087

With the 5.0 how much am I looking at to have the local mechanic install the cam, cause that would probably be my first mod to the engine. Also, what type of lift should i look for in the cam, i want something with a rough idle but i not racing so i still need it to idle.

Don't even bother installing a cam as your first mod. You will barely see any gains without a good set of heads to help along with the extra lift. Not to mention the stock cam still makes pretty good power even on a mildly modified motor. Start small, with exhaust, then TB/MAF meter. And when you finally decide to get new heads, then go for a cam. No sense in tearing the motor apart twice, do it all at once and save yourself the headaches and money.

[BigDanTheMan]

i could just look into this myself - but then again you could just tell me - what is the stock lift on the 5.0? usually a .500 yields the greatest results, but what are the other effects of having that high of a lift.

[rerun]

Originally Posted by HiFlow5 0

Don't even bother installing a cam as your first mod. You will barely see any gains without a good set of heads to help along with the extra lift. Not to mention the stock cam still makes pretty good power even on a mildly modified motor. Start small, with exhaust, then TB/MAF meter. And when you finally decide to get new heads, then go for a cam. No sense in tearing the motor apart twice, do it all at once and save yourself the headaches and money.

u can feel a diffrence with out heads. heads are pretty much the most power adding mod on a natural breathing engine, but you can get a lot of power out of stock heads

[HiFlow5 0]

Originally Posted by rerun

u can feel a diffrence with out heads. heads are pretty much the most power adding mod on a natural breathing engine, but you can get a lot of power out of stock heads

Do you even know how restrictive the stock heads are? They flow like crap, especially on the exhaust side. They are one of the biggest bottle necks on the 5.0 motor. This is under assumption that the heads are stock and not milled and ported to the max. Just installing a cam on an other wise stock motor with stock heads won't give you more then a couple hp. Not to mention that the added lift of an aftermarket cam my not be the best thing to for the stock valve springs which won't like a lot of lift.

Big Dan, valve lift on the stock cam in .444 in. Intake an exhaust.

[boosted331]

Like hiflow mentioned, don't bother with a cam if you're keeping your stock heads, and if you just want a mild motor don't bother with a cam anyways. If you don't plan on going FI or nitrous in the near future i'd go with a set of AFR 165's, TFS street heat or track heat intake, 70MM TB, 30 pound injectors, a pro-m maf calibrated for the injectors, full exhaust with long tubes, some 3.73's and a good dyno tune.

[mdh2087]

wow! thanks soo much for the help. I actually went up today to look at the mustang. The thing is mint, 110k but tight as can be. I was also browsing ebay today for mustang parts and i found this...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...&category=6763
I don't know if this would actually increase the hp by 20% but i was just curious about what you guys think. I was talking to a guy who has raced mustangs for years and has said he's had the most damage to his engines from superchargers. This wouldn't put out as much as a supercharger so you wouldn't have to worry about damaging the engine. Let me know what you think. Thanks

[HiFlow5 0]

Don't even bother on that piece of junk!!!! Notice how there were no bids on that item. Kinda makes you wonder......

[Los]

AFR 185 head,
mild cam (similar to an E cam)
longtube headers (1 5/8) ~ 2 1/2" X-pipe with matching catback
Trickflow or Systemax Intake, (I think you'll have to port match the lower intake)
Pulleys (Steeda or Mac)
Cold air Induction (Mac or Bbk)
Mass Air meter (Pro M or C&L)
Throttlebody (Accufab, Bbk, etc.)

That should be well enough to push you over 300.

[mdh2087]

awesome thanks a lot!