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Old 11/8/12, 02:59 PM
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Stormtrooper, if you need any help whatsover with some packages just send me a PM and I'll take care of ya!!
Old 11/8/12, 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Stormtrooper
Okay so I have got some extra money finally after owning my mustang for about two months. I have a 2012 HP white 5.0 Brembo Package.

So far I have,

Tint filmed tails, fogs, and f&r marker lights.
Gloss Black 5.0 Badges
Pypes pipe bomb axle back exhaust.
MGW Shifter (already paid, just waiting for it to finish production and show up)

My List of mods wanted now are:

JLT/Steeda CAI and Bama tune
X/H Pipe
CS front valence with Boss splitter
Switchbacks for turn signals, and LED reverse lights.
Lowering springs with struts and supporting suspension mods

I cannot decide what would be a better package to last me until early spring. Lets get some input on what will keep me happy longest.
I have done a few mustangs.. currently a white 2011 5.0, Whipple 9psi "evolution performances 700hp kit.. installed by me tuned by jon lund, ect.... if u wanna go fast.. blower or turbo. Xpipe back exhaust"I did long tubes back and its to **** loud high pitched n raspy".. for susp at least springs and u def need drag radials and a one piece drive shaft... that's a good start.. people say blower last.. I disagree.. just pulley it Down to low psi until u get the rest of the stuff.. its easier to get that initial 5 to 7k$ out of the way.. other stuff easier to save for week to week and "your not going to bed every night thinking " I need a blower I need a blower I need a blower" lol
Old 11/9/12, 06:54 PM
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Personally, I would go with lowering springs, exhaust and CAI, in that order. But that's just my 2 cents.
Old 11/11/12, 05:52 AM
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Storm, you did it right going with the mgw. First and best mod, IMO. Not sure how pypes sounds, but I am sure it sounds fantastic. For your next set of mods, I'd prolly go lowering springs. Not only is the stock 4x4 look hideous, but lowering on eibach or Steeda or K springs helps significantly with handling.
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^ Yea. I ordered that **** MGW about a month ago, and i called the other day and they still said another 3-4 weeks.. quite annoying personally, but since its the best out there I guess I can wait.. i ordered the from bumper and led lights f & R for the time being.

I am torn between the H&R super sports, the Eibach sportlines, and the frpp K springs. I want to go low, while still being able to fit a 305 tire in the back come spring/summer
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Originally Posted by GrabberBlue5.0
Bama warranties the #8 cylinder, nothing more. And it was done because they were the ones blowing up all the motors although they seem to have gotten better lately.
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Do you have proof?
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That Bama only warranties #8 cylinder? It says it right on their site.

I believe he was refering to your statement in red.
Old 11/11/12, 08:11 AM
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Originally Posted by SCHMOKN
I believe he was refering to your statement in red.
The Ford TSB was referred to as the Bama TSB. It's a well known fact. Here's a good read on it. I could dig up more but if one is really interested then they can do a search themselves.
http://www.s197forum.com/forum/showt...=Ford+tsb+bama
http://mustangforums.com/forum/gt-s1...-up-5-0-a.html
See post #68 here.
http://www.modularfords.com/f259/new...62/index7.html

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Old 11/11/12, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Stormtrooper
^ Yea. I ordered that **** MGW about a month ago, and i called the other day and they still said another 3-4 weeks.. quite annoying personally, but since its the best out there I guess I can wait.. i ordered the from bumper and led lights f & R for the time being.

I am torn between the H&R super sports, the Eibach sportlines, and the frpp K springs. I want to go low, while still being able to fit a 305 tire in the back come spring/summer
Same thing they did to me. It was a looooong wait, extended a couple weeks from original date too. I was a little perturbed, but they were super nice about it. I even talked to George personally a couple times, about the history and quality of mgw, and also about the install. What a standup guy.

And trust me, it was WELL worth the wait. Best mod (along with borla s) on my car hands down.
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Originally Posted by GrabberBlue5.0
The Ford TSB was referred to as the Bama TSB. It's a well known fact. Here's a good read on it. I could dig up more but if one is really interested then they can do a search themselves.
http://www.s197forum.com/forum/showt...=Ford+tsb+bama
http://mustangforums.com/forum/gt-s1...-up-5-0-a.html
See post #68 here.
http://www.modularfords.com/f259/new...62/index7.html
One car had an issue and AM took care of it, thanks for posting how awesome they are! They really are the best.
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I'd recommend you start with Steeda CAI and tune. Money well spent.
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Originally Posted by Planeswalker
One car had an issue and AM took care of it, thanks for posting how awesome they are! They really are the best.
I guess you didn't read any of the threads but there's been more than one car. Trust me.
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Originally Posted by FromZto5
Storm, you did it right going with the mgw. First and best mod, IMO. Not sure how pypes sounds, but I am sure it sounds fantastic. For your next set of mods, I'd prolly go lowering springs. Not only is the stock 4x4 look hideous, but lowering on eibach or Steeda or K springs helps significantly with handling.
I wouldn't say the stock stance is hideous...some of us old farts like that stance!!!
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Originally Posted by JCStang

I wouldn't say the stock stance is hideous...some of us old farts like that stance!!!
Lol sorry jc...yes it's all just opinion I guess...
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Originally Posted by Stormtrooper
Okay so I have got some extra money finally after owning my mustang for about two months. I have a 2012 HP white 5.0 Brembo Package.

So far I have,

Tint filmed tails, fogs, and f&r marker lights.
Gloss Black 5.0 Badges
Pypes pipe bomb axle back exhaust.
MGW Shifter (already paid, just waiting for it to finish production and show up)

My List of mods wanted now are:

JLT/Steeda CAI and Bama tune
X/H Pipe
CS front valence with Boss splitter
Switchbacks for turn signals, and LED reverse lights.
Lowering springs with struts and supporting suspension mods

I cannot decide what would be a better package to last me until early spring. Lets get some input on what will keep me happy longest.
I would suggest a Steeda CAI & SCT tuner with Steeda custom tuning.

Let me know if I can help you with anything.
Old 11/12/12, 07:31 PM
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Got an sct tuner locally from a gentleman doing a trade in. Now just to pick an intake/tune file. Hmmmmmm lol. Steeda???
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Originally Posted by SteedaBrandon
I would suggest a Steeda CAI & SCT tuner with Steeda custom tuning.

Let me know if I can help you with anything.
You can provide Bama tunes?

(I kid)
Old 11/13/12, 01:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Stormtrooper
Got an sct tuner locally from a gentleman doing a trade in. Now just to pick an intake/tune file. Hmmmmmm lol. Steeda???
Shoot me a PM if I can be of help. I can get you a free Steeda tune if you purchase the CAI from us.

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You can provide Bama tunes?

(I kid)
Old 11/13/12, 05:53 PM
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Brandon. Black Friday Cai specials?!?!?!?!?!
Old 11/13/12, 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Stormtrooper
Brandon. Black Friday Cai specials?!?!?!?!?!
*must.....resist......temptation.....to....buy.... .more......mods.....*

Darn you storm
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I'll be offering some pretty nice black Friday deals which include CAI's


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