My Torch Red 2010
 

Hey guys, I have been gone for a while, but am now back. I had a 2006 mustang GT with GT500 spoiler, JLT intake with Bama tunes, Steeda Ultralites, black FR50 wheels. I really liked the car, but in the fall of 09 I convinced myself that I wanted an SUV.

So, in January 2010 I traded the mustang for a 2009 Nissan Xterra 4wd. While I liked the Xterra, I finally came to realize that I wouldn't really use the truck the way I had envisioned. Add to that every modded mustang I saw made me long for mine back. So, in June I traded the Xterra in for a 2010 Torch Red Mustang GT base model. Being upside down on the Xterra limited me to a 2010 base model because it is all I can afford. But, I got the most important part for me, the engine and transmission. I LOVE being back in the mustang!! I realized that I will HAVE to have a sports car if I can only have one car.

This weekend I installed some Roush Extreme Lowering Springs. I did this myself with the help of a friend. I was easier than I expected, although it took us a long time. WE could not get the strut mount nut off, so we finally gave up and took the struts to Sears and they hit them with the impact wrench. I love the look of the car now, and the ride feels no different than stock to me.

Here are some pics, sorry I don't have any before pics.

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I plan on another JLT and Bama in December, Hurst shifter, Steeda CMCV pluds, UPDs, CDC chin spoiler, Roush side skirts, GT500 rear valance, and maybe a new stereo depending on how the scosche dash kit looks and costs. I will also probably put gears in for my birthday in April, can't decide on 4.10 or 3.73 though. Luckily I have a while to think about it.

Sweet! Us '10 owners need to stick together hahaha :devil:

Looks great!

Have you had any problems with ground clearance on driveways or hills and such? I'm thinking that the lowering springs might be on my list, but I already have some minor problems with the front hitting on a few steep driveway entrances.

Also, seems like a kinda silly question since I imagine they have this covered, but what about front tire clearance in the wheel-wells, like when turning and hitting a bump at the same time?

I have not had any clearance issues at all.

Gotta love Torch Red ! Congrats!

Thanks Karrnutt, I must admit, Your car has become the inspiration for mine. I just got the hood spears in today, but they are full solid black, no pinstripes. I will eventually get a CDC chin too. I will go a different route for the wheels though.

That's great ! Everyone has to do what suits their "mental mustang image" . Can't wait to see how she turns out!;);)