Why are the GT500 Axle Backs so expensive now
3/3/15, 09:06 AM
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I can't seem to find the Boss quads anywhere... Where did you get them?
I purchased mine from buyfordracing.com (I think it was $795 or something like that). Unfortunately, it appears as if the pieces are no longer in production (which might be the issue with the GT500 ABs- although they come stock on Shelbys, and I thought manufacturers were required to keep replacement parts in stock for a number of years).
I purchased mine from buyfordracing.com (I think it was $795 or something like that). Unfortunately, it appears as if the pieces are no longer in production (which might be the issue with the GT500 ABs- although they come stock on Shelbys, and I thought manufacturers were required to keep replacement parts in stock for a number of years).
3/3/15, 11:13 AM
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Very nice classic looking mustang, pin stripes and red interior goes together great. Also have another toy hiding in the garage.
Thanks- I factory ordered the '14 (first time I ever ordered a car from scratch), so everything on the car is "just like I wanted it." I love red interiors (the other toy in the garage has a red interior as well
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I stripped the '65 down to its shell before rebuilding it, so I'm on the hook for all the cosmetic decisions on that one as well. They present a pretty pair when I open the garage door!
Thanks- I factory ordered the '14 (first time I ever ordered a car from scratch), so everything on the car is "just like I wanted it." I love red interiors (the other toy in the garage has a red interior as well
).I stripped the '65 down to its shell before rebuilding it, so I'm on the hook for all the cosmetic decisions on that one as well. They present a pretty pair when I open the garage door!
3/3/15, 01:21 PM
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Nice ride..Love the color combo. That must be an old picture of your 2014. I dont see the boss grill and gauge pod. I really like the red interior.
3/3/15, 01:52 PM
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Thanks- haven't really taken any pics since installing the grille and gauges! You can see both (the gauges if you look really hard ) in this pic.
Back to the topic of the GT500 ABs, I think I paid like $289 or something like that for them, but I notice they are up to $499 now... in fact, the Roush ABs are now $30 cheaper on AmericanMuscle. I wonder if they are cutting production on parts to "encourage" folks to move over to the S550 platform. I saw a '15 GT in a parking lot at lunch today, and meh- it still hasn't managed to grow on me.
) in this pic.Back to the topic of the GT500 ABs, I think I paid like $289 or something like that for them, but I notice they are up to $499 now... in fact, the Roush ABs are now $30 cheaper on AmericanMuscle. I wonder if they are cutting production on parts to "encourage" folks to move over to the S550 platform. I saw a '15 GT in a parking lot at lunch today, and meh- it still hasn't managed to grow on me.
3/3/15, 05:25 PM
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Very nice classic looking mustang, pin stripes and red interior goes together great. Also have another toy hiding in the garage. Thanks- I factory ordered the '14 (first time I ever ordered a car from scratch), so everything on the car is "just like I wanted it." I love red interiors (the other toy in the garage has a red interior as well ). I stripped the '65 down to its shell before rebuilding it, so I'm on the hook for all the cosmetic decisions on that one as well. They present a pretty pair when I open the garage door!
). I stripped the '65 down to its shell before rebuilding it, so I'm on the hook for all the cosmetic decisions on that one as well. They present a pretty pair when I open the garage door!
. Beautiful cars sir.As to your comment on the '15, same with me. So glad we have our cars.
3/3/15, 06:02 PM
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Thanks- haven't really taken any pics since installing the grille and gauges! You can see both (the gauges if you look really hard ) in this pic.
Back to the topic of the GT500 ABs, I think I paid like $289 or something like that for them, but I notice they are up to $499 now... in fact, the Roush ABs are now $30 cheaper on AmericanMuscle. I wonder if they are cutting production on parts to "encourage" folks to move over to the S550 platform. I saw a '15 GT in a parking lot at lunch today, and meh- it still hasn't managed to grow on me.
) in this pic.Back to the topic of the GT500 ABs, I think I paid like $289 or something like that for them, but I notice they are up to $499 now... in fact, the Roush ABs are now $30 cheaper on AmericanMuscle. I wonder if they are cutting production on parts to "encourage" folks to move over to the S550 platform. I saw a '15 GT in a parking lot at lunch today, and meh- it still hasn't managed to grow on me.
3/3/15, 06:09 PM
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I waited until they were released to the public before I bought my 2014, and then revisit them every time I go to the dealership for the free oil changes. I disliked them in pictures, and think they are even uglier in person. The interior is nice, but I actually dislike the fake toggles...
To each their own, but I really am glad I got my 2014 when I did.
3/3/15, 06:18 PM
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Do the GT500 quads give any hp/torque increase? I figure it wouldn't be much, but surely they flow better than the stock mufflers.
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3/3/15, 06:19 PM
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+1000
I waited until they were released to the public before I bought my 2014, and then revisit them every time I go to the dealership for the free oil changes. I disliked them in pictures, and think they are even uglier in person. The interior is nice, but I actually dislike the fake toggles...
To each their own, but I really am glad I got my 2014 when I did.
I waited until they were released to the public before I bought my 2014, and then revisit them every time I go to the dealership for the free oil changes. I disliked them in pictures, and think they are even uglier in person. The interior is nice, but I actually dislike the fake toggles...
To each their own, but I really am glad I got my 2014 when I did.
3/5/15, 11:29 AM
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I just ordered my set of M-5230-MGTCA1 11-12 GT500 axle backs. As noticed by many, they are out of stock and back ordered until end of June. The list price went way up so the pricing is going up as well. I found my set through Summit and they price matched $285+ship ($310 total). I was on the fence of these or the quad tip GT500. I will run these for now, and at some point maybe mod for a Boss diffuser as at that point I can go between these and quads by swapping diffusers (I just hate the thought of cutting a pristine bumber).
I like others ordered my 2014 after seeing the 2015's. The 2015 is growing on me a bit, but I still greatly prefer the retro look of my 2014 and the Glass Top is an awesome feature.
I like others ordered my 2014 after seeing the 2015's. The 2015 is growing on me a bit, but I still greatly prefer the retro look of my 2014 and the Glass Top is an awesome feature.
3/5/15, 11:55 AM
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I was on the fence of these or the quad tip GT500. I will run these for now, and at some point maybe mod for a Boss diffuser as at that point I can go between these and quads by swapping diffusers (I just hate the thought of cutting a pristine bumber).
I like others ordered my 2014 after seeing the 2015's. The 2015 is growing on me a bit, but I still greatly prefer the retro look of my 2014 and the Glass Top is an awesome feature.
I like others ordered my 2014 after seeing the 2015's. The 2015 is growing on me a bit, but I still greatly prefer the retro look of my 2014 and the Glass Top is an awesome feature.
That was hard for me as well, but once the bumper is off, you will see Ford has everything marked well as to where to cut/drill. I put painters tape on the painted side to reduce the risk of the paint flaking or peeling as I cut from the inside of the bumper cover.
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3/5/15, 04:22 PM
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I just ordered my set of M-5230-MGTCA1 11-12 GT500 axle backs. As noticed by many, they are out of stock and back ordered until end of June. The list price went way up so the pricing is going up as well. I found my set through Summit and they price matched $285+ship ($310 total). I was on the fence of these or the quad tip GT500. I will run these for now, and at some point maybe mod for a Boss diffuser as at that point I can go between these and quads by swapping diffusers (I just hate the thought of cutting a pristine bumber). I like others ordered my 2014 after seeing the 2015's. The 2015 is growing on me a bit, but I still greatly prefer the retro look of my 2014 and the Glass Top is an awesome feature.
3/5/15, 04:51 PM
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fordracingpartsbydonwood.com I googled the part number and they were one of the vendors in shop google. I see that the link doesn't go anywhere on their site today. They must have caught on. I got lucky and my set is on the way from Summit. I would think they would price match Steeda as its still avail on their site for $319 but I bet not for too much longer...
3/9/15, 12:07 AM
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Thanks for the tips. I googled and found the same link, too late, but did get them from Summit. Steeda has the same price as a few others. I actually used a different Mustang builder as the price match. I'm so lucky to have Summit just 15 minutes from work. That place is amazing.
3/9/15, 07:09 AM
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+1000 I waited until they were released to the public before I bought my 2014, and then revisit them every time I go to the dealership for the free oil changes. I disliked them in pictures, and think they are even uglier in person. The interior is nice, but I actually dislike the fake toggles... To each their own, but I really am glad I got my 2014 when I did.
3/9/15, 07:14 AM
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