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Posted by autumnstang97 (Member # 6111) on :
 
on the 94GT, it has 200k miles on the motor, everything is completely stock, i changed the water pump, thermostat, and radiator a couple of nights ago (and a set of white guages...lol), so now i need some help on what to do next...should i rebuild the motor? anyone got a spare motor they wanna sell? thanks...and this 94GT doenst have any big plans...i think i jst want to keep it NA...i am focused on the engine more cuz its a daily driver right now that my brother is using and i dont want him coming to me everyday with something going wrong...lol
 

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Posted by 92stangLX (Member # 3252) on :
 
If the motor runs good and you are looking for more power I would start by adding some bolt ons. These won't do the motor any harm and you will get more power.

Start with a K&N (you did say stock ) and pulleys. Next I would add headers, h-pipe, and cat back. After that do intake, throttle body, maf, and 1.7 roller rockers.

In the meantime you can buy a used 94 block and start building it on and engine stand as funds allow. that way when the motor in the car finally takes a shit all you have to do is drop the new motor in and take all the bolt ons from the old motor and re-use them.
 

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Posted by Blind (Member # 3052) on :
 
first things first, get gears, 3.73's if it's a stick, 4.10's if it's an auto.

then subframe connectors, a good full length set.

I would then upgrade to cobra brakes if I was you, it's only $300 to do the front!
 

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Posted by 92stangLX (Member # 3252) on :
 

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Originally posted by Blind:
first things first, get gears, 3.73's if it's a stick, 4.10's if it's an auto.

then subframe connectors, a good full length set.

I would then upgrade to cobra brakes if I was you, it's only $300 to do the front!

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Very good point Suspension will make the car more fun to drive. If it is a stick get a short shifter.

Also, after doing everything blind mentioned then get a set of Eibach Pro springs, Maximum Motorsports CC plates and some good shocks. Handling will be much better.

You may also need a set of rack offset bushings after lowering it.

You can then add a 4 point k-member brace, strut tower brace, and some better rear control arms and the car will be tight
 

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Posted by autumnstang97 (Member # 6111) on :
 
thanks...appreciated...i was thining of doing that thing where i get a hold on an extra motor and drop it in until the 200k one goes out...lol...since u mentioned it thats what i'm gonna do...lol...i found a few good ones on mps autosalvage...so i can work on getting that...and practice building it myself along with those handy guide books...and like u said...transfer all the bolt ons when the time comes...once again ...thanks and i will be back again soon..lol...on this topic...
 

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Posted by COPFITY (Member # 1845) on :
 
not to sound like a sucka but I had 3.73's on my 2000 gt/5 speed and it was my daily driver and i hated it. My first gear was practically a waste. If i were to do it over again i would've went with some 3.55's thats jus my opinion tho.


as for your '94 I would recommend a catless h or x pipe and some performance mufflers. this would definitely make you feel like your driving a beast! be prepaired to not enjoy your cell phone conversations while your driving tho. have fun!
 

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Posted by HaulinAssMaro (Member # 541) on :
 

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Originally posted by COPFITY:
not to sound like a sucka but I had 3.73's on my 2000 gt/5 speed and it was my daily driver and i hated it. My first gear was practically a waste. If i were to do it over again i would've went with some 3.55's thats jus my opinion tho.

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well you do have a different car,different motor,different transmission gearing.DEFINATLY go with the 3:73 with a 94 gt.BTW you're the first one Ive EVER heard of complainging that 3:73's are to much for a modular motored car
 

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Posted by losbadgts (Member # 4394) on :
 

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Originally posted by COPFITY:
not to sound like a sucka but I had 3.73's on my 2000 gt/5 speed and it was my daily driver and i hated it. My first gear was practically a waste. If i were to do it over again i would've went with some 3.55's thats jus my opinion tho.


as for your '94 I would recommend a catless h or x pipe and some performance mufflers. this would definitely make you feel like your driving a beast! be prepaired to not enjoy your cell phone conversations while your driving tho. have fun!

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Originally posted by losbadgts:

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Originally posted by COPFITY:
not to sound like a sucka but I had 3.73's on my 2000 gt/5 speed and it was my daily driver and i hated it. My first gear was practically a waste. If i were to do it over again i would've went with some 3.55's thats jus my opinion tho.


as for your '94 I would recommend a catless h or x pipe and some performance mufflers. this would definitely make you feel like your driving a beast! be prepaired to not enjoy your cell phone conversations while your driving tho. have fun!

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what are u talking about, i have 3.73's on my 00gt and i regret not going with 4.10's. just my opinion though.

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Originally posted by HaulinAssMaro:

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Originally posted by losbadgts:

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Originally posted by COPFITY:
not to sound like a sucka but I had 3.73's on my 2000 gt/5 speed and it was my daily driver and i hated it. My first gear was practically a waste. If i were to do it over again i would've went with some 3.55's thats jus my opinion tho.


as for your '94 I would recommend a catless h or x pipe and some performance mufflers. this would definitely make you feel like your driving a beast! be prepaired to not enjoy your cell phone conversations while your driving tho. have fun!

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what are u talking about, i have 3.73's on my 00gt and i regret not going with 4.10's. just my opinion though.

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yep I hear THAT more than ANYTHING!

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agree.. this is the first time that 373s were "too much" can't imagine what you would think of my 4.3s

 

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