hello from Canada first time mustang owner
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hello from Canada first time mustang owner
Hi, guys im new here. and I'm a first-time mustang owner im 17 and this is my first post. It's always been a dream of mine to own one my whole life and about 5 months ago I made that dream a reality. I only had three parameters while looking for a stang, low km, manual, and 5.0. and then I found a mint 2011 gt cs convertible and couldn't believe that I'd did it, I'd worked 3 summers in a row sold my old f150 for a profit in the covid market and bought my dream car. here it is I'm incredibly proud so don't bet on mean haha. Anyway, I am aware that this is much more power than I "need" and im just wondering if you guys have some tips on how to respect this car and its power as well as not dying. as well as any tips for posting here as im excited to join this community in a respectful way. I've done some work already (springs, black grille and boss 302 front splitter)
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shaneyusa (2/14/22)
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welcome to the forum, and nice choice!
Just go easy on the gas pedal and you should be fine; like you say, these cars have a lot more power than you really "need" and can get you in trouble quick if you aren't careful. But if you just "drive normal" there shouldn't be any problem.
The "Mustang by Model Year" sub-forum is a great place to see what other people are doing for modifications, and get some ideas.
Just go easy on the gas pedal and you should be fine; like you say, these cars have a lot more power than you really "need" and can get you in trouble quick if you aren't careful. But if you just "drive normal" there shouldn't be any problem.
The "Mustang by Model Year" sub-forum is a great place to see what other people are doing for modifications, and get some ideas.
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Welcome, nice ride and congrats on your first pony she's a beauty! Just remember your head is directly connected to your right foot and modulation is the answer. These machines can make us forget that from time to time no matter what our ages are! The earlier you learn the discipline in this the less likely you'll end up in a negative video!
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Welcome aboard and just as the others mentioned, these cars have far more power than you think. As long as you keep this in mind, you'll enjoy being a Mustang owner for many great years to come..
Meanwhile, also thanks for sharing those gorgeous images of your 2011 GT/CS vert. She's a real head turner to say the very least
Meanwhile, also thanks for sharing those gorgeous images of your 2011 GT/CS vert. She's a real head turner to say the very least
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Very nice find. Sharp car. Welcome to TMS.
Like the others have said above, respect the car and go easy on the pedal until you get very familiar with the car. The cars do have plenty of power and with the solid rear axle can give you some unexpected movements. Enjoy.
Like the others have said above, respect the car and go easy on the pedal until you get very familiar with the car. The cars do have plenty of power and with the solid rear axle can give you some unexpected movements. Enjoy.
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Welcome aboard. I can relate. I climbed into my first Mustang when I was 17 too. It was a 1969 Mustang with a 302 and C4 automatic transmission. I got it in late 1976.
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