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OhToGeeTee
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I just got my GT, and the first mod I want on it is a CAI. Although, I can't decide between the Steeda or the Typhoon.

All posts are appreciated.

Thanks.

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i got a bbk cai. im happy with it. for a first mod i would suggest gears. cai doesnt help much, but looks nice.

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Who could supply cam gears for my GT? I just looked on Steeda, and they don't have it.
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Originally posted by OhToGeeTee:
Who could supply cam gears for my GT? I just looked on Steeda, and they don't have it.

are you talking about cams for your heads?

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Originally posted by 03SVTPower:
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Originally posted by OhToGeeTee:
Who could supply cam gears for my GT? I just looked on Steeda, and they don't have it.

are you talking about cams for your heads?
Err..let me rephrase that. I think he meant cam gears. Either that, or rear end gears.

Sorry for the confusion, but I also confused myself..

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sry, i meant rear end gears. 3.73's i love them.

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Just yank the silencer and throw in a K&N from Kragen ($40)

Then use the extra for gears or other mods (shifter/tires)

Unless you want the engine bay to look really nice...

[patriot]

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Yeah I suggest going with gears first then a CAI. If you don't do much freeway driving go with 4.10s you won't regret it! [burnout] I have 3.73s only because I travel alot. I like them but wish I had 4.10s. [Big Grin]

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My bad just read your intro in the General sec. [Embarrassed]

It's an auto right? In that case gears for sure.

And welcome to the board!

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Originally posted by 03 GT Guy:
Yeah I suggest going with gears first then a CAI. If you don't do much freeway driving go with 4.10s you won't regret it! [burnout] I have 3.73s only because I travel alot. I like them but wish I had 4.10s. [Big Grin]

I do nothing but freeway driving ever since I moved to Novato from Redwood City.

I'd love 4:10's, but 3:73's would justice. Besides, I can still eat those ricers with mods or not. [Cool]

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I like the UPR or JLT cold air intakes. Also, if you are unsure about getting 4.10 gears you might want to look into getting Motive 3.90 gears.

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Originally posted by OhToGeeTee:
I can still eat those ricers with mods or not. [Cool]

funny you should say that, as whever someone says anything about cold air intakes I think to myself "ricer"

heh [Whoo Whooooo!] [dance]

fyi- the stock air intake is a cold air intake, as it draws air from the fender.

K&N filter in the stock box, remove the air silencer in the fender, upgrade the MAF and throttle body. Call your air intake mods done.

I second the gears as first mod, after that get sub frame connectors and drag radials in the rear [patriot]

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Originally posted by OhToGeeTee:
I can still eat those ricers with mods or not. [Cool]

funny you should say that, as whever someone says anything about cold air intakes I think to myself "ricer"

heh [Whoo Whooooo!] [dance]

fyi- the stock air intake is a cold air intake, as it draws air from the fender.

K&N filter in the stock box, remove the air silencer in the fender, upgrade the MAF and throttle body. Call your air intake mods done.

I second the gears as first mod, after that get sub frame connectors and drag radials in the rear [patriot]

I'm not a ricer. Just asking for info, that's all. [Smile]

I think I'll go for the "bling factor" and get an aftermarket CAI, instead of modifying what is already there.

As for the rear end, where could I get this 3.90 and is there any modifcations I need to make to the rear end to make it fit, or does it just slide right in?

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http://www.mustangtuning.com/motive390.html

You can get the install kit that goes with it. You don't have to but without it wherever you go to get the gears installed will charge more. I would just get it since it's $35...

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Will I need a locking differential as well?
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You have one already, the stock "trac-loc." If for some reason you decide to get an Eaton or Auburn or something I will buy your stock one from you. Let me know...

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You have one already, the stock "trac-loc." If for some reason you decide to get an Eaton or Auburn or something I will buy your stock one from you. Let me know...

Ohh..So I DO have posi. =P Which explains why the ass almost made me spin out today (it was fun [Big Grin] ).

Sure, I'll let you know. [Smile]

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in all honesty i would be happy with just a K&N, cold air kits look good but bang for the buck a K&N is the way to go, plus the metal will warm up the air stock stays pretty cool.

1- Gears (3.73 0r 4.10)
2- K&N (remove silencer)

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