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OhToGeeTee
Member # 5145
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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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9cobra9
Member # 4470
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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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OhToGeeTee
Member # 5145
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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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03SVTPower
Member # 518
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quote: 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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OhToGeeTee
Member # 5145
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quote: Originally posted by 03SVTPower: quote: 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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9cobra9
Member # 4470
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sry, i meant rear end gears. 3.73's i love them.
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TRIXSNK
Member # 2844
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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...
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03 GT Guy
Member # 2544
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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! I have 3.73s only because I travel alot. I like them but wish I had 4.10s.
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TRIXSNK
Member # 2844
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My bad just read your intro in the General sec.
It's an auto right? In that case gears for sure.
And welcome to the board!
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OhToGeeTee
Member # 5145
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quote: 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! I have 3.73s only because I travel alot. I like them but wish I had 4.10s.
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.
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1fast281
Member # 4670
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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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blind
Member # 3052
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quote: Originally posted by OhToGeeTee: I can still eat those ricers with mods or not.
funny you should say that, as whever someone says anything about cold air intakes I think to myself "ricer"
heh
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
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OhToGeeTee
Member # 5145
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quote: Originally posted by blind: quote: Originally posted by OhToGeeTee: I can still eat those ricers with mods or not.
funny you should say that, as whever someone says anything about cold air intakes I think to myself "ricer"
heh
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
I'm not a ricer. Just asking for info, that's all.
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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1fast281
Member # 4670
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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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OhToGeeTee
Member # 5145
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Will I need a locking differential as well?
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1fast281
Member # 4670
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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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OhToGeeTee
Member # 5145
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quote: Originally posted by 1fast281: 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 ).
Sure, I'll let you know.
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marc
Member # 4238
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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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