S197 Mustang Forum - So it begins S197 to S550? Maybe?.

Can I use ForScan to recalibrate my speedometer after gear change. What is the easiest and most cost. Speakers accounted for in weight of stereo. What aftermarket diff covers are you guys using? S197 Team Member. Joined Feb 19, 2014 Posts 432 Reaction score 16 Location Yelm, Washington forum member. Its the Lincoln and some big body cars that used the longer tailshaft. I finally upgraded to an 07 GT I got a pretty good deal on. On a serious note, Borla makes the Ford Racing exhausts, but with cheaper materials to hit the lower price point. Dallas The-Awsome Junior Member. Joined Jun 20, 2008 Posts 4,272 Reaction score 1,351 Location Mountains of NC. Click on the arrow and link that says “Get Free Guide. It all depends on what your end goal is going to be. Mustang fans will often throw around that the cars are good for virtually all disciplines of motorsports. Rear End Clunking / Noise SOLVED!!! I wanted to share this in the hopes that it would help someone else with this similar problem some of our cars seemed to be plagued with. What jacking rails do you use? Thread starter ghunt81; Start date Jan 15, 2019; 1; 2; Next. retail jobs near me no experience Joined Jul 10, 2007 Posts 40,243 Reaction score 3,160 Location Long Island NY. The reason I am posting these questions in the Drag forum are. When you bleed the brakes, start with the passenger rear, then driver rear, pass front, then driver front. I found the info on the 6 piston S550 Brembo calipers, 6 x 36mm pistons, area is 4. Those alone may be good enough reasons to add a CAI but that's up to you. 5 wide rim, you would want the backspacing around 7. Are you facing technical issues with your HP device? Look no further than the official HP Support Forums. "It is, bang for the buck, one of the best cars for the money," says Terry Fair of Vorshlag. Some of this will depend on what type of oil is used etc. The problem is that flat is not parallel to the pinion flange angle. Keep in mind that you'll need to disable the IMRCs on the gen 3 manifold and …. They just add a piece in the middle. Honestly, the biggest bang for the S197 cars are tires, tires, dampers and sway bars (at least one adjustable one) to start off with. The driveshaft seal (aka tail shaft seal) is the easier one - it is the larger o-ring where the driveshaft yolk meets the transmission. Items are for sale locally, so I will update the listing as things are being sold. The other half of the “pins” hole is in the main caps. Thread starter Anthony Defreitas; Start date Aug 10, 2021; Tags 5 speed hard shift manual transmission transmission fluid Aug 10, 2021 #1 A. Can not find much detail beyond a …. Joined Apr 19, 2011 S197 Team Member. I have half a mind to buy one and just completely gut it. I've searched the forum but couldn't find anything related to this, so here goes. Referred to me by Eurobahn, but I've haven't done it to date. let gear oil drain while you take off the wheels. Apr 10, 2010 #2 Enitalp The lost guy. After 2009 I really don't care much for the look of these Mustangs. you can buy wire install kits for the amp and the head unit that comes with pretty much everything you need. These 3 valve heads featured 2 intake valves and 1 exhaust valve to help push the V8 to 300 horsepower and 320 lb ft torque. Thread starter Rick But not in an s197. ^ The S197 parchment color actually matches the rest of the interior (door panels, armrests etc) better than the SN95 parchment does. Joined Dec 7, 2015 Posts 293 Reaction score 64 Location Troy OH. I mostly just autocross my 2008 Mustang GT and don't like the extra weight of the supercharger up front. If you are buying one part at a time buy a CAI and wait until you buy a tuner to put it on. Thread starter Tiger I'm still on the fence on buying a supercharger. Joined May 20, 2020 A problem I have seen on more that one S197 is snow and ice build up in the inner fenders and bumper covers. sour tangie leafly Don't forget the big center nut (which gets hidden by the steeda press on logo cap). Join our forum, interact with others, share your build, and help us strengthen this community! Forums. I have a GT rear sway bar and I'm hoping to get adjustable shocks/struts and some springs in the near future. Joined Aug 15, 2022 Posts 8 Reaction score 3 Location Jackson, MO. I like the old school engine look and sound and I think it will. I was told not to exceed 100 shot on a stock motor. Hey, I just installed a set of tires and realized that my old tires have significant …. Joined Sep 3, 2008 Posts 938 Reaction score 18 Location Fayetteville, NC. Show me with and without the bar at 1G or better cornering force, and on a stock chassis s197 (the apple). 10 are just a little to much then you will be happier with 3. Darren please make sure the brakes are bled properly. Thread starter shirokai_warior; Start date Oct 31, 2019; Tags #shirokai #widebody 1; 2; Next. Thread starter chaseevans72089; Start date Feb 23, 2012; 1; 2; Next. Thread starter theRedStorm; Start date Aug 9, 2019; Tags nitrous s197 Aug 9, 2019 #1 T. I have both front struts with stock springs, stock a arms with ball joints and bushings. There are several S197 GTs that have passed 200k miles and are still running strongly. 50" Diameter and 100% Stainless steel, With mandrel bends and quick & Easy Slip fit connections. 2022 Mustang GT Ordered 5/21/22, Built 9/9/22, Delivered 9/16/22: 300A, A10, Active Exhaust, Grabber Blue Metallic, SVE CFX 20”x10” square, Conti ECS 285/35r20, FP GT500 Spoiler, FP strut tower brace, cowl extension + cowl brace, Steeda H pipe, Ford/Air Design hood vents and air curtains, Steeda G Trac Brace, Steeda IRS …. 05-14 Granatelli Rear Chassis Support Brace $75. When I took off the value covers. Thread starter CammedS197; Start date Jun 14, 2017; Jun 14, 2017 #1 C. If I could find a cheap high mileage or blown engine S197 I would clean the engine bay and but a nicely done 408W matted to a C4 or TH400 and 4. Im just worried about rubbing on a 30mm offset. Some of the major challenges of the swap are: power steering, wiring, PATS bypass, and check engine light due to some inputs the pcm wont recognize (fuel level p0460 code). I installed it in my car for pictures and testing. 2024 is the 60th year of the Mustang by the way. Honestly, it's hard to argue that point in most cases. The exedy 400 is great for stock to at least 500ft/lb rwtq. Therefore, leaving your vehicle unlocked in the garage is not a problem. The passenger side fit very nice. While nitrous does cool the incoming air charge, it isn't enough to prevent the engine from detonating if it's running lean. With a 305 rear + 245 front, the car will exhibit a tendency to oversteer. I ordered and installed the Fred's parts smooth decklid panel and the install went well until I went to stick. anybody done this, or is there a kit out there? Sep 20, 2015 #2 5. He was on the cover of MM/FF recently with a teal Fox coupe that drove from Florida up to Commerce, ran high 8's in True Street, then drove home. Thread starter Jperezav2009; Start date Jun 10, 2013; 1; 2; 3; Next. Thread starter mattjames; Start date Jan 17, 2022; 1; 2; Next. However, it has to be bought as a complete kit suppossedly ($9500+) instead of the tuner you can piece together. Selena Gomez's Rare Impact Fund, MTVE, and the Biden-Harris administration team up to host the first live Mental Health Youth Action Forum on May 18. Thread starter muztangman93; Start date Aug 2, 2013; 1; 2; Next. I dont understand why Ford would say its not serviceable if in fact it …. It's just too busy, and a touch ricey, IMHO. Thread these into the bellhousing. It is actually easier to convert a manual 3V to a 4R70W then it is a 5R55W 3v auto to a 4R70W auto. Every aftermarket cam is going to produce a loss of performance to some degree below 4400rpm, and most only begin to produce performance gains from 5000rpm upwards. Thread starter jsimmonstx; Start date Jul 27, 2015; Jul 27, 2015 #1 jsimmonstx forum member. It's windivelle blue 06 godzilla/10r80 swap. The benefit will be more power with a E85 tune,in my …. Mar 20, 2024 · Photograph Courtesy Voshlag Motorsports. B2S1 O2 Sensor and idle problems. intercooler mounting is much better. S197 Mustang (2005-2010) | Ford Mustang Forums. The only difference is the lug diameter and associated lug nut size. Joined May 29, 2008 Posts 4 Reaction score 0. Nevertheless, my car does seem a little stronger. Joined Sep 6, 2010 Posts 596 Reaction score 3 Location Florida. Thread starter coolt; Start date Hard clutches Ive used are Vipers mostly. So far it's all going sorta smooth. So I've fallen Into a little bit of money recently. Are you new to Mustang Forums? WELCOME! Check in, tell us about yourself and your ride. plus the swap would be pretty cheap. Assembly took place at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Flat Rock, Michigan. I will update tomorrow with the fronts. Joined May 20, 2020 Posts 330 Reaction score 224 Location Hope, ID USA. I'm currently using a mini add-a-fuse in fuse #10 slot (batt 12v hot at all timespowers the HVAC climate control) in SJB to power my front chin spoiler's "curb alert" control\ IR sensor off a 5A mini fuse installed along w\ the 10A mini fuse for the HVAC system in the add-a-fuse connector set in SJB #10 fuse slot so that. Better than an aftermarket swap, absolutely not. 10s would be too much for what Im after but 3. Thread starter Paladin LL 06; Start date Feb 28, 2016; Feb 28, 2016 #1 Paladin LL 06 Member. Jump to Latest Follow 5K views 8. So, which Optima battery fits our S197's? Optima's website says the 35 (red top) and D35 (yellow top) fit. If anyone can share the Stang's forscan spreadsheets for our 2011+ , much appreciated. A forum community dedicated to Ford Mustang owners and enthusiasts. Anyone here tried the Dorman steel replacement driveshaft? Thread starter ghunt81; Start date Oct 8, 2019; 1; 2; Next. Koni Yellows + BMR Springs = $740. 6 and my car recently keeps going into limp mode I'm driving down the road or highway and the car shuts off sometimes it's. Folks who have replaced their convertible tops. In today’s digital age, discussion forum websites have become an integral part of online communities. The National Leadership Youth Forum (NLYF) is a dynamic and exciting event that brings together young leaders from across the country. Feb 28, 2013 #1 mikeyfitz Resident Fuktard. I have wanted a S197 mustang for awhile and saw this on the side of the road and less than two days later it was in my driveway. Thread starter gray2014gt Try the link at the bottom to see if you spot yours, but I would bet the all models of the S197 probably have the same clip size diameter holes in the chassis unless there have larger Diameter heads on the 2014. I had the same thing happen to me a couple of weeks ago. I am running 305/30/20 Michelin PSS (which is much wider than other brands 305s and 315s) and they fit fine. I currently have Prothane motor mounts installed, primarily to keep the headers from moving around and keeping one …. These forums provide a platform for users to engage with experts and find. In regard to retro part of that statement, I believe the S197 is the only modern Mustang you could sit next to a '67 fastback and the lineage is strikingly clear. Jul 24, 2020 #9 MrBhp Senior Member. remove the rear cover, sorry for the bad pic. I have 2 wires that are disconnected that I am trying to track down where they …. Lately I'm having to get very close to my car (2013 GT) before the remote unlock from the key fob works. All of the performance gain is from 5500rpm upwards, with the biggest gain from 6500-7500rpm, and this allows you to raise the rev limiter from 7000rpm to 7500rpm. Ok so ive been reading for a while now and can't seem to find a definite answer. One note: climate controls are a little more difficult to work at first. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk. Those shorties will probably not change your engine performance at all. com is a popular online forum that caters to the automotive enthusiast community. Authorized advertisers may post products in this section as well. I have about 25k to spend on my 2006 s197. I don't know if that roughness I felt wit the Torsen was due to the LSD design or something else about the car. Joined Nov 9, 2012 Posts 51 Reaction score 0 Location Augusta, GA. Nothing replaced except the battery, IIRC. Jan 14, 2012 #1 frarmar Killer boots man! S197 Team Member. Joined Jun 21, 2010 Posts 3,294 Reaction score 2. Discussions on the latest S197 model Mustangs from Ford. 2006 mustang GT - 110k miles - garaged kept 3 owners well kept. Aug 2, 2013 #1 muztangman93 forum member. Joined Feb 11, 2013 Posts 25 Reaction score 0 forum member. 04:1, but not out of the box and doubtful it would be noticeable by my "butt dyno". Joined Oct 14, 2020 Posts 47 Reaction score 3. This clamp is just a clinch clamp so there is nothing to open. Thread starter Derby; Start date Jun 2, 2023; Jun 2, 2023 #1 D. A 4-bolt brace prevents rhombusing whereas a 2-bolt model does not. But you will notice the exhaust smells much worse. Seat of the pants is a notoriously inaccurate measure of power driven by confirmation bias. I have NEVER heard a Negative review of the MGW shifters and after, what really sold me on the MGW Aside from the fine over engineering and Knife through butter shifting was the Over all adjustability of the unit, although it is very adjustable not all of This adjustability is usable on the S197, more on that later. Thread starter TheFourSixThatCould; Start date Jan 27, 2024; Jan 27, 2024 #1 TheFourSixThatCould Junior Member. Joined Jun 25, 2009 Posts 4,965 Reaction score 15 Location Columbus, Ga. then plastic weld the back side of the welds for some extra strength, some. Aug 24, 2014 · Again, the setup will be with GC coilovers set to about ~1. These engines were dubbed Ecocrap or Ecoboom for a reason. My 2009 Mustang GT has about 75k miles, and recently I've felt that the stock clutch doesn't preform as well as it used to. The one were there is a very annoying knocking or thudding sound when going over even the smallest bumps. With S550 6 piston fronts and S197 rear calipers (2. If you don't have to pass a smog then just delete the cats when you get headers. Strut mounts and probably more. A bent panhard bar is almost certainly due to a previous accident (either the car was hit at the rear quarter or one of the rear wheels hit the curb in a skid). Rear seat wasn't to hard I reused the 05 frames and used the 15 foams and leathers I am shocked how well everything fit. Thread starter Cali HP Addict; Start date Aug 2, 2023; Aug 2, 2023 #1 Cali HP Addict forum member. The shiftshaft seal is more of a pain, but I suspect it is most often the culprit of the leaks in that area. Originally designed by Sid Ramnarace …. No wonder my battery was draining !!! So I started pulling fuses from the fuse box. This is the best spring wire available for automotive applications. Joined Aug 19, 2015 Posts 24 Reaction score 0. The tighter the suspension the closer to a zero angle reference your initial settings. Apr 22, 2021 #30 RED09GT Equal Opportunity Offender. 60 Years of Mustang: S197 (5th Generation, 2005-2014) By: M. Heat and bend the front into a "Z" shape and bolt them in place with countersunk cap screws. 1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech New. The rear of the S197 is not that well suited for using coilovers, as putting the springs around the shocks will eat into room that would be much better used for wide wheels and tires. Joined May 3, 2009 Posts 1,007 Reaction score 11 Location colorado. Thread starter v8venomgt; Start date Jan 9, 2015; 1; 2; Next. Thread starter Orange_Krush; Start Guessing mid-50's somewhere. cons: piping runs under control arms, and doesn't look amazing under the hood like the cx racing kit and the hellion kit. Joined Jun 22, 2009 Posts 4 Reaction score 0. But we did find out that the price of these 4150s has risen from $2200/set to $2650/set. Thread starter Forty61 I had a pretty high-end setup in my last S197 (4 JL component speakers with remote tweeters in the doors and rears, driven by a 4-channel, 1000 watt JL amp, plus JL 8" subs in the doors, driven by a 1000 watt JL mono sub amp). Welcome aboard! Mar 9, 2024 #10 R. thanks to the rest for your input. Thread starter 95ragtop; Start date Nov 11, 2009; Nov 11, 2009 #1 95ragtop forum member. jobs 25 an hour Once it has been repaired, and the test passes, the pcm clears the P-DTC. It was black on black and tinted dark, which made a nice combo w/the black and chrome wheels (keep in …. Thread starter RedStang17; Start date Jul 29, 2021; Tags overheating Jul 29, 2021 #1 R. Joined May 8, 2012 Posts 608 Reaction score 17 Location NJ. He uses an auxiliary tank with C16 and the pump for it was wired to a boost activated switch. In today’s digital age, access to health information is just a few clicks away. I must have bad luck with clutches or im just a bad driver. 5M views Modular Technical Discussion forum. The 34/78 weighs 8 lbs more than the 35 (when comparing red tops), so I'd think that the lighter 35. This forum isn't set up quite like most of the other Mustang forums. [at the rear, I would also consider "Z"ing the end that overhangs so that it load bears weight on the floor] Then drill and tap for the new seat mounting positions. Joined Feb 1, 2009 Posts 8,254 Reaction score 474 Location Carol Stream, IL. S197 Mustang (2005-2010) S197 Product Discussion Area. Joined Apr 5, 2007 Posts 4,860 Reaction score 44 Location Iowa. weather 17033 May 16, 2020 #4 Bodvar Junior Member. I have an 08 V6 and with the mods I have I'm in STX. Are you a car enthusiast with a passion for Mustangs? If so, you may be on the lookout for the perfect used Mustang in your area. Solder your wire that came from the passenger side to the half of the dark green/orange wire that goes directly to the tail light fixture. aa meetings suffolk va Empty it at least every 5 k miles. I have a 06 base that I installed sequential wiring kit. Check out the cat-back exhaust options for the Mustang S197 HERE. Trans blew up in September of last year and the car has sat in a friend's garage ever since, while we attempt to find a transmission. 05-14 BMR Lower Control Arms (Grey) $75. 05-10 Kenny Brown 2-Point Lower Chassis Brace $50. I have a 2011 GT and I know the wheel pattern is the same but I think the lug nuts are smaller on my 2011 so the S550 have bigger lug nuts. I am considering the purchase of a low mileage '07 GT500 and am curious about any known issues/TSB's this gen GT500 owners may have experienced. Thread starter kevinatfms; Start date But last I looked it was like $2200. If you install an instrument cluster from an 11-13, PATS will work and all the smog stuff will work and you can run a bone stock PCM. Being an old skool guy raised on Municie and T-10 transmissions with good old. Joined Jul 10, 2007 Posts 40,242 Reaction score 3,157 Location Long Island NY. The Bilstein snapped a strut ear due to a bad weld, however, so keep an eye on those. You will need a different brake line, since the OEM S197 lines will not work. BMR Springs VS Steeda Ultralites. FPDC went back to normal, 40% at idle. A set of aftermarket wheels that sit flush on a New Edge will poke pretty severely when installed on an S197 though. Then when you get your tuner you can remove the venturi and increase the intake tube to 101 mm. Jump to Latest Follow there were pics on one of the forums a while back of a 427 SOHC in a S197- as for the 'WOW' factor, that would be tough to beat, even a Boss429 looks dwarfed by the SOHC due to …. Joined Apr 16, 2014 Friend bought a S197 with about 300,000 miles. Joined Jan 20, 2016 Posts 1,077 Reaction score 161. Then grind about 3/4" down to a taper (not the threaded end, the end where the head was). Joined Mar 6, 2024 Posts 1 Reaction score 0 Location North Carolina. “It is, bang for the buck, one of the best cars for the money,” says Terry Fair of Vorshlag. Leroy_jenkinz Junior Member S197 Team Member. The downside however is the additional oil lines that will have to be run and the amount of heat a turbo will generate under the hood. that will cause the water to get …. The styling can be polarizing but each model usually comes in 4-5 materials, options, colors, stitch patterns. Most of what we do is Japanese cars though of course as they seem to dominate the sport. Jun 14, 2023 #19 MasterofDisaster Senior …. Thread starter ponys197; Start date May 21, 2019; May 21, 2019 #1 P. The driver side that the timing chain guide was missing the bolt to hold down the guide on the top. On the driver's side, the # 6 and 7 cylinder tubes cleared the steering shaft but because the Fox swap headers are designed to make the #8 tube go up and over the steering shaft, there is not enough of a gap between the steering …. I am in the market for a new …. The nice thing about the Koni Yellows is that they can be adjusted in under 3 minutes in the pits. Planning to do maybe a gen 1 coyote swap with a twin turbo setup. Tire size, revs, gears, fan, rev limit, idle speed, some spark tables and WO fuel are accessible with one tuning guru or the other. The Blow By Racing Side Exhaust System is a 2. Joined Jul 2, 2022 Posts 1 Reaction score 0 Location Wisconsin. Speed Density/Carb/SSP section. Joined Feb 4, 2008 Posts 9,246 Reaction score 113 Location Connecticut. 0 with roush exhaust when he bought it. However, I've seen plenty of references while searching this site to the 34/78. Thread starter What are yalls opinion on some brands? 2005 mustang gt. Installing a good system can increase your Mustang's performance by up to 25 horsepower, even more if you replace the headers as well, but best of all it will sound killer. V6 S197 General Discussion This section is for technical discussions pertaining specifically to the V6 variation of the 2005 and newer Ford Mustang. What ignition coils are recommended for the 3 Valve I am currently running the. cons: have to take off the headers to. Joined May 20, 2012 Posts 163 Reaction score 0 Location Huntington wv. I have an 06 5spd that has a new centerforce dual friction clutch and aluminum …. Before you go any further, disconnect the battery; as you will be working around airbags, and they are no joke if they go off. Thread starter Bad06stang; Start date Aug 10, 2014; Aug 10, 2014 #1 Bad06stang forum member. As stated, I replaced the clutch master cylinder in my 05 GT. I have an 05 GT with a Shaker 500. Everything suspension-wise was new, and the car felt great. So long story short I am buying a set of Kooks 1-7/8s long tubes with catted x pipe from …. To finish removal you must pull the rubber grommet holding the wires from the opening. The problem is that the alternator at some uneven intervals charges over 16 volts for a …. All in all, the S197 is the superior chassis. stick caliper in a safe location the isnt pulling on the line. I collected way more when Ford dino oil was used. I have an older JTL but would buy Bob’s Auto. Joined Jun 10, 2019 Posts 872 Reaction score 1,352 Location Michigan. but they also weight over 3700 pounds. Thread starter Windstang; Start date Jul 19, 2021; Tags rear axle bearings Jul 19, 2021 #1 W. Joined Mar 5, 2013 Posts 2,072. However, and I am sure that I am in the minority here, I have never liked quad exhaust tips on our cars. Thread starter o2sys; Start date Aug 19, 2016; Aug 19, 2016 #1 O. Ok guys so I have a 06gt and just installed the vortech V3 with …. Thread starter Maybe yeah but surefire cure to every issue s197 mustang had pertaining to the wiring definitely, it also allowed me to move the critical systems fuse/ecu to a more accommodating environment, so may dad r. Very good hookup after a satisfying spin, great grip on turns, very confidence-building. you gifs marcspaz ~Resigned~ Joined Aug 18, 2007 Posts 7,638 Reaction score S197 Team Member. Mine recently began making a serious clunk when turning, coming from where I believe to be around the drivers side front of the car. Joined Mar 21, 2017 Posts 2 Reaction score 0 Location Country club in SELMER tn. The Mustang rear end and the Explorer rear end don't mount the same. i have an s197 2008 mustang gt with multiple codes, p0141 and 161, p0152,p061b,p1000,and p2196 and 2198. Each of these sites provide access to the full magazine; however, they only stock a small n. So I can rotate side to side I went with the Nitto 555 G2. Menu Log in Register Mustang s197 Classifieds Mustang s197 Classifieds. Take note of excessive metal flakes in the oil or excessive wear on the gears. Steeda Progressive front springs (swapping to CJ fronts to match the backs) CJ rear springs. For the investment of a couple hours and $40 of supplies (gear lube and Permatex), you can pull the rear cover and inspect the gears. Sub-Forums: GT S197 General Discussion. Automatic transmission options. Thread starter WasabiWarlord; Start date 3 minutes ago; Tags 2011-2014 2014 3. I've whittled my car's track wieght down to 3380 lbs. Possible Causes: Binding throttle linkage. Putting an LSx into an S197 is pointless. You do have to remove the hood for better clearance but it's about as easy as it gets. A few select mods here and there and the S197 will compare favorably. seven inks tattoo I believe the box is required to correct the speedo signal on the 2011. Resealed engine and built a 1000 HP cable 4r100 auto with triple disk billet converter. They do cost a bit more than others. Joined Dec 27, 2021 Posts 22 Reaction score 4 Location Michigan. I've had my GT since November of 2004, been on the other mustang forums and yellowbullet Forums. Explore Our Forums 2011 - 2014 Mustang GT (S197 - 5th Gen - 5. Sticky Threads Ford Mustang S197 - Function and Form Type 3 Coilovers Installation Guide. Thread starter Goal: Install Ford Racing 5. Seat compatibility between s197 years. 12:1 a little front biased compared to 2. If you’re in the market for a used GT Mustang, there are some important things to keep in mind. I think I may have a driveshaft issue. Thread starter Martin Huerta; Start date Jan 26, 2022; Tags 05-09 electrical electrical problems electrician help Jan 26, 2022 #1 M. And the '13 GT500 Mastery Cylinder is another great upgrade for a S197, IMO. Thread starter Gio; Start date May 27, 2016; May 27, 2016 #1 Gio Junior Member. The Fuel Gauge issue was two fold. Anyone ever heard of pedders suspension?. This is for MAJOR events that are of interest for the ENTIRE forum! Threads must be …. Go That's surprising to hear, always seen all s197's as retro but 05-09 always felt very old school and 13-14 the most modern looking. Noticeable drop in power from my 4v, but it's a much nicer ride. PATS is not an issue, several vendors offer a PATS delete service but you have to send the PCM out. The base engine (for the Mustang V6 trim) is the all-new SOHC 4. Upper Strut Mounts Gone Bad? Thread starter 2005-2007 Mustang ISSUE Some 2005-2007 Mustang Coupe vehicles equipped with 4. 2005 - 2014 S-197 Mustang -General/Talk-2005 to 2014 Ford Mustang news, tech, discussion, and more! 2010 - 2014 Specific Tech New. The U1900 is a communication code. Clip the dark green wire with the orange stripe at the driver's side tail light fixture and tape off the part that goes to the vehicle's main wiring. Mustang S197 Forums (2005-2014) 2011-2014 Mustang Talk BMR S197 Lowering Springs - Manufacturing / Information BMR Lowering Springs are the Highest Quality AND Lowest Cost spring available for the S197 Mustang Chassis. Then only turbo kit I have found to be smog legal at this time is the Squires Turbo System (STS) twin turbo kit. We limit our Tech forums to actual technical discussions, general car discussion topics such as 'what part should I buy' are kept to the 'Mustang chit-chat' sections. It's hauls butt and is very reliable. My clutch pedal is very hard to push when compared to other 05 - 09 GT's, even GT 500's. Thread starter Bruce Tolliver; Start date Aug 15, 2022; Aug 15, 2022 #1 Bruce Tolliver Junior Member. ( like Nitto NT-555's , 555-G2 etc. cant really feel the difference in stopping power but they fill out the wheels nicely. Thread starter Lannyl81; Start date Jun 23, 2021; 1; 2; 3; Next. Mar 21, 2013 #16 downtime! IAMKONABLUE. Just put on some BBK shorty headers, well that's when I noticed the issue. As for "upgrading" the rear bar, I would never recommend a rear bar only upgrade on an S197, especially 2011+. Mustang S197 Forums (2005-2014) | Ford Mustang Forum. Jan 16, 2008 · Explore Our Forums 2011 - 2014 Mustang GT (S197 - 5th Gen - 5. Nov 6, 2017 #1 dre256 forum member. Indeed the Dodge Challenger and Chevy Camaro wouldn't have existed either, and that makes the '05-'09 GT truly iconic. Retrofitting a projector would provide the best possible light output + light pattern. With the Steeda CAI and Cali emissions. Recently had to do some work under the car and saw 2 mount bolts broken (in block). Joined Jul 10, 2007 Posts 40,237 Reaction score 3,149 Location Long Island NY. please help my mustang wont come out of limp mode. For more than 50 years, the Ford Mustang has been a hit with automobile enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the car’s distinctive style. this is where I am as of today. Sep 3, 2014 #1 KatoS197 forum member. Joined Mar 23, 2011 Posts 175 Reaction score 0 Location I is a Texan. 8 version is pending for use in the F150 and some version, maybe all of the Mustang(s). Place for us to recognize one member each month for the pride and work they have put in to their S197. wash rinse and repeat until the key is turned off. It wasn't all puppy dogs and ice cream. The s550 has less of the latter and more of the former, but can look very good in its own way with certain appearance packages. discontinued old thomasville furniture collections Jan 15, 2019 #1 ghunt81 New parts on old junk! S197 Team Member. I've heard the difference is nine pounds per corner!. Is there an aftermarket equivalent to the S197 factory mufflers? Thread starter ghunt81; Start date Aug 8, 2023; Aug 8, 2023 #1 ghunt81 New parts on old junk! S197 Team Member. Joined Oct 6, 2020 Posts 2 Reaction score 0. Still have the stock clutch assembly, master and slave cylinders installed. After replacing front control arms and upper rear control arm rear. Joined Jun 28, 2019 Posts 12 Reaction score 0. It challenges players to plan their moves ahead, anticipate their opponent’s actions, and adapt their strategies accordingly. To begin with my car started overheating about 2 weeks ago. Before replacing the ABS, get a second opinion. Pentalab said: With an 11" wide rim, you will need a +56mm offset. Looking at custom set or getting fox swap and modifying. The best way to see what the "right" settings are for the two adjustable swaybars is to do an autocross or track test. Joined Apr 6, 2007 Posts 950 Reaction score 12 Location Nor Cal. Have a buddy that had a 2013 5. Joined Sep 11, 2011 Posts 41 Reaction score 0 Location Tennessee. 2014 Mustang GT smoke or water vapor coming from A/C vents. 8's to low 11 teens and have never had an issue. Here are the manufacturing steps used to make BMR springs: 1) BMR Springs are manufactured from chrome silicon high-tensile spring wire. stang Grudge Race? Joined Jun 20, 2009 S197 Team Member. Description: The electronic throttle control (ETC) throttle position (TP) sensor 2 circuit was flagged as a concern by the powertrain control module (PCM) indicating an out of range in either the closed or wide open throttle (WOT) modes. Trying to upload the tune but stuck with no connection from the obdII to ecu (gets power no connection) Yes, that 12 pin plug. Thread starter Enfield; Start date Apr 8, 2021; 1; 2; 3; Next. Thread starter Jack Wallace a 2005 Mineral Gray V6 Mustang Convertible and building it to a V8 Foose Stallion. Thread starter psfracer; Start date Contact DMC Racing in New England. The Shaker 500 HU doesn't have a …. Wiki states, "the fifth generation Mustang drew inspiration from the first-generation 1964-1970 Mustangs. FRPP core has 2 rows of 1" tube and the Mishimito core has 3 rows of 2" tubefor about half the price. On May 18, MTV Entertainment (. in this forum in the entire site. The mess starts around the last few bolts on the sides of the oil pan and runs around the back of the pan. Thread The only saving grace being on this forum, it is a MUSTANG program as useless as it might be. 8 for the most part) don't worry much until getting into the 1. They adapt to the stock s197 motor mounts and the oil pan clears the steering rack. The last 2 times I remember having issues with the front seat shoulder belts. best throttle body? Thread starter 06silverbullet; Start date Jul 24, 2010; 1; 2; Next. Jul 24, 2009 · Ive been drifting and building drift cars for both myself and for customers since 2004/2005 ish. bubble letters trace Thread starter 2k05gt; Start Mustang 1000+RWHP (high boost and nitrous) Last edited: Sep 9, 2008. Joined Jul 20, 2019 Posts 1,848 Reaction score 1,261. Is there a lumbar adjustment lever/button?. $820 later it is installed and I love it!. What you need is a new tune for E85, and make sure that your fuel system can support the extra amount of fuel that`s required. Thread starter lemkau77; Start date Feb 7, 2018; Feb 7, 2018 #1 lemkau77 forum member. , 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. One add, the automatics in the later years compared to the MT82 manual might actually be more trouble free. So I have a friend that is offering me a set of rear h&r sport springs and j&m adjustable panhard bar for $100. 2) Where circuits marry up with pin connection blocks is likely bad connections problems. Thread starter The BMR Springs will sit an S197 Very similar to how the K-Springs sit. 4v ALL MOTOR RANKING #1 KDanner #2 MATT D #3 WBT #4 11SEC3V #15 GEORGEINNEPA #28 FIVE-OH LIST UPDATED BY FIVE-OH 2/27/2015. Joined Apr 10, 2007 Posts 1,958 Reaction score 4. ) W rated tires are good for 168 mph. I got my calipers and rotors for $550 shipped on the forum here. 2nd gear on the 5r55s auto tranny is 14% lower than 2nd gear in the 3650 manual tranny. So i driveve a 2010 gt, and so far it's mods are the Ford Racing Hot Rod Cams, C&L cai, 3. Joined Jul 23, 2023 Posts 2 Reaction score 1 Location WI. Post results, impressions, etc. The fifth generation began with the 2005 model year, and received a facelift for the 2010 model year. The effective hat offset for the GT500 rotor is 0. toll brothers vanguard There are nearly 2,800 people representing 130 different countries at the World Economic Forum this year. Joined Dec 18, 2013 Posts 755 Reaction score 0 Location Southeastern Mass. I had zero vibration at 162 mph on the dyno in 4th gear 1:1 ( 6500 rpm eng speed, 3. 22K views 139 replies 19 participants last post by ixtlan …. Joined Jan 20, 2014 Posts 542 Reaction score 27 Location new berlin. Thread starter BrandonStang; Start date Mar 6, 2024; Mar 6, 2024 #1 B. dnd 5e pdfs Joined Dec 29, 2016 Posts 95 Reaction score 22 Location Sweden city Motala. Redoing my catch can and need pcv hose recommendations. I used from these guys: Mustang Wheel Spacers with longer wheel studs. Joined May 11, 2012 Posts 591 Reaction score 11 Location Comal County, TX. He is using a Porche for the testing, that had all the seams welded, sitting static. and should not be limited by corner weight optimization unless you have other mechanical or …. My favorite S197 chassis body style. Hey guys I have a chance to get a hell of a deal on some 2017 GT wheels. remote hiring immediately Joined Oct 23, 2007 Posts 307 Reaction score 0. Increased effort isn't the same thing as improved steering feel, anyway. easy to install, took about 30 mins. 0L) 1996 - 2004 Mustang GT (SN95 - 4th Gen - 4. Been searching around and curious. Cylinder 8 may have a failure due to a tune that pushes the engine beyond its tolerances. Probably an odd question, but does anyone have a roof rack on their Mustang?. It corrects the angle of the tie rod ends in relation to the spindle to minimize the effect. murder drones r34 This is going to be a promotion for Koni, and we are just going to throw some of our parts in the mix. It also looks like the convertible sensors are different. 55s from the factory and I think its a great overall gear. Over time the two piece fender liners separate …. Joined Jul 13, 2008 S197 Team Member. This Matt kid is 19 and is trying to run 11's all motor. Joined Oct 31, 2019 Posts 6 Reaction score 3. Thread starter dre256; Start date Nov 6, 2017; 1; 2; Next. Well after 3 years of wanting my color I finally had it installed today at my local dealer. Thread starter andyman; Start S197 Team Member. Thread starter DCGreen; Start date Jan 8, 2024; Jan 8, 2024 #1 D. Click to expand Those are flares, a little more exaggerated than 70s/80s flares but still flares. Parts I have: Sub/enclosure Amp amp wiring kit Audiocontrol LC2i generic LOC I have read that the preferred place to get a signal is …. But to answer your question, I doubt the Mt82/coyote clutch interchanges with our 3V's. Thread starter Cokeologist; Start date Feb 14, 2024; Feb 14, 2024 #1 C. Most NASCAR teams use this type of spring wire for their designs. Thread starter Foa64us; Start date Oct 7, 2020; Oct 7, 2020 #1 Foa64us Junior Member. Bent Axle! Thread starter TonyN; Start date Mar 11, 2010; Mar 11, 2010 #1 TonyN Ford Junkie. Feb 26, 2012 · Norm Peterson said: If you're even thinking of using crash bolts, don't even look at any that won't take the full torque spec for the regular strut to knuckle fasteners. >>Join the conversation about Best S197 Mods for the Money right here in the Mustang Source …. Spring rates are 430lb/in front 225lb/in rear. i have replaced o2 sensors on bank 1 and 2 (the front ones, i am gonna purachase mil eliminators for the cats 02s) i have replaced the throttle body, i have replaced the air filter with a. Whenever the car is left unlocked, the incline motion sensors and security system are not active. I will certainly go back to a 3. 5" fits, but my +50 would be more ideal at say +45, but any # higher than +50 and you'll be rubbing the front strut (with 10" front wheel). Joined Aug 30, 2012 Posts 266 Reaction score 0. Thread starter sgfreak96; Start date Attached is a image of the adjustment side of a stock S197 TB where you can clearly see the threaded bolt that is used to set the correct voltage on the TPS. Thread starter datmbn; Start date Dec 4, 2018; Dec 4, 2018 #1 D. Non-hubcentric will cause issues, although I have see guys use 1/4" with no problems. 2005 - 2010 Mustang GT (S197 - 5th Gen - 4. i did search, i know on some cars there are cheaper ways to lose weight, without losing drivability like a rear seat delete. Jan 22, 2014 · 2014 Mustang GT smoke or water vapor coming from A/C vents. It has 125k miles, manual (first timer), I do believe its a premium since it has leather seats and shaker500. 6 spun a rod and they are now recommending a full engine replacement. I read some where, a while back, that if you exceed >1. The threads that I've scoured regarding coil overs are chock full 'o …. With BMR, you get great tech advice. SHIROKAI Widebody kit pictures. Oct 22, 2017 #2 JDCoon forum member. This would probably be closer to $6K installed. You will want to go with hubcentric spacers. Once installed, you will get a feel for catch can level vs miles driven. I'm thinking about getting back into a '05-'09 S197 GT. So long story short I am buying a set of Kooks 1-7/8s long tubes with catted x pipe from my buddy brand new. You will also need a engine harness for a manual car, the shifter isolator boot, the short harness that goes from the dash harness to the clutch pedal switches. Thread starter RLF9409; Start date Jun 5, 2019; Jun 5, 2019 #1 RLF9409 My blood runs Ford blue! Joined Jan 1, 2011 Posts 426 Reaction score 32 Location Ramstein, GE. 0I pulled the engine on I suspected needed a rebuild. Makes 420 whp on a Lund dyno tune. Thread starter Nathan Long Plenty of topic written on this with regard to S197 Mustangs. Joined Apr 28, 2011 Posts 2,999 Reaction score 0 Location Somerset, Ky. tuning a turbo mustang - what to do? (LONG) 12. Thread starter Bodvar; Start date May S197 Team Member. Thread starter MrClean; Start date Jul 7, 2007; Jul 7, 2007 #1 MrClean Marc; but I go by MrClean. Joined Jan 5, 2012 Posts 634 Reaction score 0 Location Long Island, NY. A while back I put a new steering rack and steeda bumpsteer kit on my 05 GT (along with gt500 control arms/ball joints, ford performance handling pack, and rear upper and lower control arms). When the drains get clogged, the water tends to roll to the passenger side and go into the vehicle through the cabin air filter area. My 2013 GT premium's power drivers seat seems to have problem. Thread starter marcspaz; Start date Aug 6, 2008; Aug 6, 2008 #1 M. Obviously any modified car comes with its own risks, but this is of particular concern of early 5. Joined May 9, 2011 Posts 4,299. Joined May 7, 2019 Posts 49 Reaction score 35 Location Georgia. i know they wont rub with a 26mm offset just …. No one else has aftermarket exhaust in the S197 forum. Joined Nov 17, 2009 Posts 2,337 Reaction score 43 Location. If the rear wheels look offset to one side, you definitely need to replace it. The side bolts go through the pins and into the mains. I used the steeda HD eng mounts on my 2010. 28th with the help of a friend. Not extremely interested in turning it into a dedicated track car. 3) Looking for moisture corrosion, bent or pushed out pins and/or unseated plugs both M and F. The only "real S197" direct fit wheel we found in 18x10" that wasn't a Chinese replica was the expensive BBS 18x10" shown below. The end game is to obtain a pinion angle that never goes nose up in relation to the transmission output shaft under the best traction conditions with WOT. With this MM k-member, lowering one inch with the FCAs in the lower set of holes also increases anti-dive to about 20%. probably lives in CA like I do, shorties are only option and these are CARB approved. I used two small strips of rubber on the backside …. After installing cluster: Go to pcm, and select "reset learned adaptation" this will establish PATS handshake of cluster and pcm. It goes here! Rules for posting a DIY. I like working on my cars more than anything. fluid being a big part of the problem. Figure out the metric bellhousing bolt size and then buy 2 bolts that size but 4" (100 mm) long. Mustang S197 Forums (2005-2014) 2005-2010 Mustang Talk. They specialize in Euro sports cars, but they can do corner balancing. Joined Feb 17, 2020 Posts 28 Reaction score 0. The S197 has a pretty good stock 5-speed (3650), where the SN95 has the self-grenading T5. Latest: Kangaman; Today at 3:46 PM; 2005+ Mustang GT 4. Joined Mar 11, 2010 Posts 1,250 Reaction score 13 Location. Dec 14, 2020 · This is the video the OP is referring to and it's responsible for creating fear in a lot of V6 owners that the stock 2 piece driveshaft is weak and would self destruct if the speed exceeded the factory limiter. Joined Dec 11, 2020 Posts 2 Reaction score 0. Thread starter stever; Start date May 24, 2013; May 24, 2013 #1 S. It sometimes occurs right at start up as I'm turning the wheel away from the curb. An excellent performance bump from the previous year's 3. Thread starter GTX86; Start date Dec 31, 2014; Dec 31, 2014 #1 G. First it is the cleanest looking install of any supercharger I have seen. Can any one tell me what RPM your new 05 or newer S197 is turning at Speeds of 70 mph with 410 rear end? I have 07 with Comp Thumper Cams. Aggressive, raw and sometimes raspy sounding. Best cold air intake for overall peak gains. Thread starter ColeStang_GT; Start date Mar 2, 2014; Mar 2, 2014 #1 C. Joined Jan 15, 2022 S197 Team Member. Its pretty easy---there are four bolts under the dash above the brake pedal and one to the brake pedal arm. 7l v6 amplifier audio mustang s197 speakers wiring wiring issue 3 minutes ago #1 W. To make it really handle good, some negative camber will work. hunting land for lease nebraska With a myriad of websites, blogs, and forums dedicated to health topics, consumers have more resourc. Examples include Nissan S-chassis, BMWs, and Mazda RX-7s. I feel like I need a chin spoiler to complete the look. I have run tunes from Brenspeed and Lito. Joined Sep 11, 2009 Posts 1,065 Reaction score 324 Location SE Wis. " and also noted that it "has been described as retro-futurism". In my opinion the s197 is one of the sleekest body's ford has produced for the mustang. canopies amazon It will take all of the tire, 285 rears from the factory for GT500s, 275 to 305 square setup is possible with the correct offset and or spacers. Obviously the Lexus also had …. Pimpin' It! Got some new wheels, tires, body kit? Maybe some exhaust tips? How's that stereo? That stuff goes here! S197 Mustang Pedestal Rear Spoiler: Wicker Bill / Gurney Flap _E85; Dec 15, 2021; Replies 0 Views 1K. STEP 5 - Run power from the relays to the seats. 20ft of #1 and 30ft of #2 used the #2 for the ground and to make the battery harness instead of using the stock one. As for the GT500 MC, most of my comments are hear-say and general opinion regarding a previous thread on using the GT500 MC. Thread starter 1950StangJump$ Start date Mar 1, 2020; 1; 2; Next.