SN95 Mustang 1994-2004 Mustangs Member Tech & Restoration Discussion

More horsepower in a 1996 v6

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 17, 2012 | 12:08 PM
  #1  
bmw160's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: October 10, 2012
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
More horsepower in a 1996 v6

What's some ideas on how to give me more jump off the line. I have the cai, and new plugs, wires, and a new coil pack. It's a 1996 v6 standard. Thanks
Reply
Old Oct 17, 2012 | 12:33 PM
  #2  
skunk21's Avatar
Cobra R Member
 
Joined: December 11, 2011
Posts: 1,839
Likes: 0
From: Mass
Gears, best way to get more grunt off the line peroid. 3.73s should do it.
Reply
Old Oct 17, 2012 | 11:01 PM
  #3  
95_5.0's Avatar
GT Member
 
Joined: July 7, 2012
Posts: 104
Likes: 0
From: bellflower ca.
Or 2 more cylinders. But I know money is tight in times now. Gears, intake, tune, and exhaust could probably be the best for cheap.

With my v6 'maro I wanted to get it faster. I put so much money into getting "quick" I could've bought a z28. I saved alllll my money and bought my 5.0. Best investment ever. The v6 is my commuter and at 8 is my weekend car.
Reply
Old Oct 17, 2012 | 11:34 PM
  #4  
bmw160's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: October 10, 2012
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
Ok thanks guys appreciate it. Does a tune make that big of a difference?
Reply
Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:28 AM
  #5  
95_5.0's Avatar
GT Member
 
Joined: July 7, 2012
Posts: 104
Likes: 0
From: bellflower ca.
Originally Posted by bmw160
Ok thanks guys appreciate it. Does a tune make that big of a difference?
Yes but not a huge difference if you don't want it to be too extreme.
Reply
Old Oct 18, 2012 | 03:31 AM
  #6  
1999Pony's Avatar
Tasca Super Boss 429 Member
 
Joined: September 28, 2007
Posts: 3,844
Likes: 1
From: Midlothian, Va
8.8 rear with gears (I would go 4.10s but that's just me), Windstar intake swap, longtube headers, o/r h-pipe, and whatever mufflers you choose would be a good start.
Reply
Old Oct 18, 2012 | 11:40 AM
  #7  
bmw160's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: October 10, 2012
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
What's the windstar intake swap? Is it hard to do? How do you do it?
Reply
Old Oct 18, 2012 | 04:29 PM
  #8  
laserred38's Avatar
Legacy TMS Member
 
Joined: January 6, 2006
Posts: 14,053
Likes: 166
From: Bay Area, CA
Look for an M90 off of a Thunderbird S/C. Will be worth more than the Windstar I take for you. Or take a look at supersixmotorsports.com
Reply
Old Oct 18, 2012 | 09:02 PM
  #9  
1999Pony's Avatar
Tasca Super Boss 429 Member
 
Joined: September 28, 2007
Posts: 3,844
Likes: 1
From: Midlothian, Va
Originally Posted by laserred38
Look for an M90 off of a Thunderbird S/C. Will be worth more than the Windstar I take for you. Or take a look at supersixmotorsports.com
It would be easier and probably cheaper just to get the whole motor. Intakes, computer, and numerous other things need to changed. Its not just plug and play.

I think I remember seeing something about the Eaton from the 03-4 Cobra as being an easier swap.
Reply
Old Oct 18, 2012 | 09:05 PM
  #10  
1999Pony's Avatar
Tasca Super Boss 429 Member
 
Joined: September 28, 2007
Posts: 3,844
Likes: 1
From: Midlothian, Va
Originally Posted by bmw160
What's the windstar intake swap? Is it hard to do? How do you do it?
Google it, I'm not on my computer, otherwise I would have a couple links for you. The plenty of info on other forums. Also go to vapauto.com . This guy used to sell whole kits, and you might still be able to get one from him.
Reply
Old Oct 18, 2012 | 10:40 PM
  #11  
laserred38's Avatar
Legacy TMS Member
 
Joined: January 6, 2006
Posts: 14,053
Likes: 166
From: Bay Area, CA
Originally Posted by 1999Pony

It would be easier and probably cheaper just to get the whole motor. Intakes, computer, and numerous other things need to changed. Its not just plug and play.

I think I remember seeing something about the Eaton from the 03-4 Cobra as being an easier swap.
For a split port yes, not for the 94-98...
Reply
Old Oct 19, 2012 | 03:11 AM
  #12  
1999Pony's Avatar
Tasca Super Boss 429 Member
 
Joined: September 28, 2007
Posts: 3,844
Likes: 1
From: Midlothian, Va
This is a write up for a swap on a 94. He even recommends getting the whole motor from a SC.

http://www.v6power.net/vb/showthread.php?t=5716


If blown is the goal, go for a vortech or procharger. But if staying N/A, do what I said.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
09-gt/cs
GT Performance Mods
9
Oct 15, 2015 10:03 AM
AdPock
2015 - 2023 MUSTANG
0
Sep 22, 2015 05:55 PM
Stephen Laslo
V6
4
Sep 18, 2015 07:57 PM
mustangsally_
2010-2014 Mustang
21
Sep 18, 2015 05:35 AM
MustangGTCS13
2010-2014 Mustang
9
Sep 17, 2015 07:38 AM




All times are GMT -6. The time now is 12:38 PM.