Hey. I have $800 and I don't know what to do. So I figured I should ask the people who know all about modding the mustang.

Here's the deal:

I have a nav system (Pioneer AVID-D1), painted calipers, 3d carbon ducktail, pedals, smokes fogs.

I do not want new exhaust.


Beyond that, I am open to anything. CAI, suspension, whatever.


So, I am really looking for a good suspension set up for around 700 or less. I could scrape money and buy the saleen suspension, but I suspect I could get something as good or better for less. Please tell me. If you dont think I should go to the trouble of changing suspension to increase handling or appearance, suggest something else like a CAI (MRT or something) or something I haven't thought of!



Thanks

 

I vote for the JLT CAI and an X-Cal
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Yep, I agree. CAI and toon.

If any $$ left over: Hurst shifter.

If any $$ left over: 4.10s.

If any $$ left over: Strut tower brace.

Not necessarily in that order.

 

I am inclined not to go with a tune. I think the MRT CAI would be the best option because it is 300 but does not require tune while still giving great performance. that would be if i went that route.


if I wanted to do suspension work, how would you spend ~$700 to give a car that looks better (dont want eibach, too low on the lowering springs) and handles like its on rails without making it too stiff to drive?

 

I would say go for the WMS w/ the ram air tray, no tune required. And the B&M shifter this feels like a short throw shifter, stock **** and boot fit perfect.

 

Put it in the bank, you've spent enough already!

 

I'm guessing you don't want a tune because of warranty issues? You can always flash it back to stock before taking it in for service. A CAI and tune is the way to go imo.

 

You can tell you don't have your car yet.

 

I really am not going to get a CAI and tune. In my book, it seems like a waste of money. Not only would I have to pony up (yes, pun intended) another 300-400 bucks, I could just buy the MRT CAI and have 500 left over to do other stuff.



I am leaning towards suspension stuff I think at the moment. What could I get for 700-800 dollars that would make my car handle better while still keeping in drivable. (please no eibach, I'd go with less of a drop)

 

You could toss a new hood on it for $800. The carbon fiber one I got was under $800 shipped and there's no paying for painting or anything.

 

Set of tires perhaps?

 

I'm going with the Saleen Suspension kit for around $800. People say it lowers about .75 to 1in. I wanted the Eibach but it will make my ride to low and its on backorder until Febuary or so. The first thing I bought was a Valentine One. Best $400 ever spent.

Jon

 

I am thinking about that too. Does anyone have any experience with the suspension? Please tell us all about. The ride, height, the improved handling. Please, I am desperate for some reviews on the Saleen suspension kit.

 

Check my latest thread.. http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?showtopic=41361

One guy reviews it and seems to really like it. I'm also considering the Saleen suspension kit.

 

I'm going to vote sending all $800 to me. You know you wanna!

 

Huh? :scratch:

 

don-if i do end up wanting to get a cai set up, i would just go with the MRT. less money, no tune needed, still 20 hp boost in performance.

 

I think it comes down to performance vs appearance.

Appearance - chin spoiler and maybe GT side stripes

performance - cold air induction and tuner

 

I dont think you realize how important the tuner is...?

 

MRT CAI, muffler delete (Free), 4.10 gears