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Posted by Ferrerski (Member # 13125) on :
 
About 2 months ago I bought a 91 LX 5.0 AOD (Twilight Blue) in great stock condition with 100k miles from the original owner.

I've already had a full tune up.
Brand new BF Goodrichs all around
Super 44 flows
2.5" flowmaster tail pipes

It's a beautiful car to look at (especially in the Twilight Blue, which I never see), BUT it's slow as hell.

Before I invest too much money into it and make it a more fun weekend car, should I just sell it, cut my losses and look for a 5 speed?!

I was/am currently planning on, in this order...

* 4.10 gears
* dropping
* disc brakes in the rear

If I do sell it, I might consider spending up to $15k for a new edge Saleen or Mach 1.

THOUGHTS?
 
Posted by Boss 327 (Member # 9143) on :
 
15k could go a long ways in a fox but it's really up to you and what you want out of a car.
 
Posted by Greasy (Member # 5258) on :
 
Finding a clean Fox nowadays is hard to do, 5 speed swaps are easy and there are plenty of write ups on how to do it. Now I can see if you wanted something newer then by all means, otherwise keep it and enjoy!
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
Sounds like you want something newer, Go ahead and get a 4v Mach 1.
 
Posted by Chilangoworrior00GT (Member # 11344) on :
 
Just sell it and get a 03-04 cobra for 15k
 
Posted by Ferrerski (Member # 13125) on :
 
I'm going to throw some 4.10 gears in it in the next couple of weeks and take it from there.
 
Posted by 5abiMuscle (Member # 12964) on :
 
Bra keep that shit !
Throw in some gears
Upgrade ur throttle body and egr spacer
Get upper and lower intake
Get a upgraded maf and 24lb injectors
And have straight up fun
I own 7 cars
3 5.0 mustangs (Fox bodies)
Newer 7 series
Amg c class
And I've driven hela new cars
Nd dere is NOTHING like a 5.0
 
Posted by 92_5.0 (Member # 7624) on :
 
When you say spend up to $15k, do you mean finance or out right buy?
 
Posted by Ferrerski (Member # 13125) on :
 
@92_5.0 Cash is king
 
Posted by TR1 (Member # 296) on :
 
How much do you want to get out of your fox?
 
Posted by 209 FIVE.O (Member # 9959) on :
 
Well if you decide to sell it hmu!!!
 
Posted by 92_5.0 (Member # 7624) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Ferrerski:
@92_5.0 Cash is king
If you have the cash then you can't go wrong either way [patriot]
 
Posted by Ferrerski (Member # 13125) on :
 
If I keep the fox (which is what I plan on), I wouldn't put $15k into it, probably more like $5k to $6k since I paid $4500 for it already.

The $15k budget for a new edge would be to get a solid low mileage car.

Any suggestions in the East Bay (I'm in Fremont) to buy and install rear gears, lowering springs and camber plates all in one place?
 
Posted by 5abiMuscle (Member # 12964) on :
 
My boy built my rear end Nd I whop that thing everyday and night!!
He's hela good with 5.0's
He's got one with 700+horses
He lives right here locally too by fremont
Lmk
Ill get u a good deal
 
Posted by PurpleNotch (Member # 2902) on :
 
Sounds like a nice car. Good luck with your project [patriot]
 
Posted by nasty93 (Member # 8935) on :
 
Keep the lx and throw some bolt ons at it.

[ 2013-08-27, 10:02 PM: Message edited by: nasty93 ]
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Ferrerski:

Any suggestions in the East Bay (I'm in Fremont) to buy and install rear gears, lowering springs and camber plates all in one place?
Advanced Auto
2047 San Ramon Valley Blvd.
San Ramon, CA 94583
(925) 831-9338
Daniel should be able to take care of you.
 
Posted by Ferrerski (Member # 13125) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blue92:
quote:
Originally posted by Ferrerski:

Any suggestions in the East Bay (I'm in Fremont) to buy and install rear gears, lowering springs and camber plates all in one place?
Advanced Auto
2047 San Ramon Valley Blvd.
San Ramon, CA 94583
(925) 831-9338
Daniel should be able to take care of you.
I just sent the shop an email, I'll probably call later today too...

trying to get the gears, shift kit done in the next two weeks
 
Posted by MACK.GT (Member # 10461) on :
 
you should go to the track , record your best time in 1/4 mi,then go back after you get the gears , and see what your best time is ,then let us all know
 




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