[Cashman]

I recently purchased an '07 GT (vert) with the intention of complete modification, but plan on keeping the car N/A for now.

After months of research and reading the forums I've created my first attempt at identifying the list of upgrades/mods I would like.

I am now looking to the community to scrutinize the list and provide feedback. My tech knowledge is limited, but growing thanks to the forums.

Any help would be greatly appreciated (did I miss any obvious upgrades, maybe different product set-up)!

Thanks in advance

Steeda Sport Springs ( 555-8215/16) Steeda Front & Rear Swaybar Kit (555-1065) Tokico D-Spec (578-DSP-12) Steeda Adjustable Panhard Bar - '05-'08 (555-2551) Steeda Billet Camber Adjusters - '05-'08 (555-8096) Shelby Strut Bar (Part No: 5S3Z-ASB) 2005-2008 C&L Trueflow air intake system and CL7140 Predator tuner combo BBK POWER-PLUS SERIES® Throttle Bodies Steeda Underdrive Performance Pulleys Corsa Exhaust System - Pro-series Sport Kooks 1 5/8 Long Tube Headers Kooks 2.5 inch cross-pipe w/cats Baer brakes, front GT Plus (Part No: BBS-4261111) Baer brakes, rear (Part No: BBS-2262019) 20x10 forged wheel for rear --undecided (tires: 275/35/20) 20x9 forged wheel for front--undecided (tires: 255/35/20) tires: Pirelli P-Zero Nero M&S, BFGoodrich g-Force T/A KDW-2 Cervini 05-08 C-Series Front Bumper Kit, Part#8013 05-08 Upper Billet Grille w/ Cobra Emblem, Part#7073 05-07 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Boy Racer Rear Bumper (3d Carbon) 05-07 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Boy Racer Side Skirts (3d Carbon) Roush Spoiler - painted CDC (Classic Design Concepts) Light Bar (Part No: 5R3Z-CSB-WBL) Dynamite Stick Sequential Taillights (CDC) Short Throw Shifter with Stalk and Knob Part No: M-7210-T1 Shelby Engine Caps (Part No: 5S3Z-GT-CAPS) Mustang Cobra Snake Fender Emblems Part No: M-1447-C 3rd Brake Light Trim (SHELBY) - Part No: 5S3Z-13A613-AL Headlight Splitters Shorty Antenna (8-inch Fixed Black Antenna)

[travelers]

Welcome to AFM. I see you have done your homework. Everything looks like a good choice. How soon are you planning on starting the mods and empty your bank account?

[stkjock]

congrats..... some list you have there....

IMO... drop the snake fender badges and cobra grill emblem... u'll get a lot of grief for them...

forget the p-nero tires... the BFG KDW (new tread pattern) has a good reputation.

the Steeda stuff is good... all my suspension upgrades are theirs....

the hurst is very short shift... a bit notchy.... u may want to try the MGW or Pro 5.0 ( I have a steeda sport - I like it) they have a great reputation.

[Cashman]

Thanks guys. My cousin gave me grief over the badges as well. Consider them off the list.

The shopping will start in January with the work to be completed in February/March. I want the convertible ready to run as soon as the snow is gone.

[kj_cinci]

Originally Posted by Cashman

Steeda Sport Springs ( 555-8215/16) Steeda Front & Rear Swaybar Kit (555-1065) Tokico D-Spec (578-DSP-12) Steeda Adjustable Panhard Bar - '05-'08 (555-2551) Steeda Billet Camber Adjusters - '05-'08 (555-8096) Shelby Strut Bar (Part No: 5S3Z-ASB) 2005-2008 C&L Trueflow air intake system and CL7140 Predator tuner combo BBK POWER-PLUS SERIES® Throttle Bodies Steeda Underdrive Performance Pulleys Corsa Exhaust System - Pro-series Sport Kooks 1 5/8 Long Tube Headers Kooks 2.5 inch cross-pipe w/cats Baer brakes, front GT Plus (Part No: BBS-4261111) Baer brakes, rear (Part No: BBS-2262019) 20x10 forged wheel for rear --undecided (tires: 275/35/20) 20x9 forged wheel for front--undecided (tires: 255/35/20) tires: Pirelli P-Zero Nero M&S, BFGoodrich g-Force T/A KDW-2 Cervini 05-08 C-Series Front Bumper Kit, Part#8013 05-08 Upper Billet Grille w/ Cobra Emblem, Part#7073 05-07 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Boy Racer Rear Bumper (3d Carbon) 05-07 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Boy Racer Side Skirts (3d Carbon) Roush Spoiler - painted CDC (Classic Design Concepts) Light Bar (Part No: 5R3Z-CSB-WBL) Dynamite Stick Sequential Taillights (CDC) Short Throw Shifter with Stalk and Knob Part No: M-7210-T1 Shelby Engine Caps (Part No: 5S3Z-GT-CAPS) Mustang Cobra Snake Fender Emblems Part No: M-1447-C 3rd Brake Light Trim (SHELBY) - Part No: 5S3Z-13A613-AL Headlight Splitters Shorty Antenna (8-inch Fixed Black Antenna)

Hey, congratz and welcome to our site!!

That's quite a list.... good luck!

A few thoughts from me:
Strut bar; not needed on these 'stiff' cars and in the way of most SCs
I prefer SCT tuners
The throttle bodys make more problems than power
I have and prefer the Brembo (GT 500) brakes
I LOVE my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires, I also went same size all around so I can rotate, awesome!
I like my MD spoiler (GT 500 copy) better than the Roush unit
I'm not much for plastics or lights and I hate emblems not belonging!
I have and like my Steeda Tri-Ax short throw
Any shorty antenna is a must!

Regards,

[Chris's06GT]

Hey Cashman welcome to the Forum! I'm glad to see you've done your your homework for your baby. I did the same exact thing before the purchase of my Mustang. In my profile is a list of my current and future mods. I love every one of them and It's made my baby so much better in every way. This thing is a beast right now! I wouldn't change one thing if I had to do it all over again. If you have any questions about a particular mod of mine just feel free to ask and I'll give you my honest opinion about it.

[Carroll Shelby]

Boys, please let me add a comment here. On the exterior modifications, less is always more. Put your money into what the eye doesn't see. I have an '05 GT spoiler delete that looks like your sister's car but the guys at Sonic have no idea what's under the hood and on the frame. Good luck with this one and keep your profile low.

[tached_out]

Stay away from the 20's if you ever want performance. I bought some and I am pulling them off they rob so much rotational weight in unbelievable. Steeda is over priced check out BMR they make GREAT stuff.

Don't buy painted parts because if they are flawed when you put them on your car your SOL or if you damage them in the process.

I just bought Kook's headers but make sure you get the ceramic coated ones you can go to LMperformance.com and get them done there. Most places sale them for 1,300 but they are only stainless not ceramic coated.

You should also throw in some Gears as well. I would say go for a JLT Intake they put out great numbers and are a little bit more high quality in my opinion.

If you want my complete opinion on it with all that money do your suspension and build your motor then install a blower.

Go for the body kit next. Having a car that can smoke a Z06 is so much more fun then driving with 20's. Not knocking on 20's its just I have been through both worlds spending money making my car N/A fast to making it Blower Fast. You waste alot of money on thing you dont need.

[Cashman]

Great stuff!

I neglected to add that this is my weekend car and she will never see the race track (or street racing for that matter). My main concerns are curb appeal and great sound. I made some light HP mods to replace the lost power due to the 20s!

Thanks again
Cashman

[jgard07]

The Predator part # should be UL7145. The 7140 is for 05 and 06 only. Oh, and badges, we don't need no stinkin' badges. Sounds like you have your work cut out for you. Enjoy.

[stlwagon]

Great list of parts... Have to agree with the others on the snake badges though.

[Gary Paul]

Wow, that list of mods is going to add up to a bunch of money for sure! Evidently you have chosen an appropriate member's name, Cashman.

[pcfrisch]

I am not seeing any splash guards in that list.

[hotshot]

I assume you have a significant budget to finance such a massive mod list. I wish you all the luck with it. Are you planning on installing some of it yourself?

[05_V6_badas]

I'd have to disagree with you on this one tac_man, I've looked all over for a CAI for my 05 and Steeda was the one with most BHP add up. I have yet to even purchase it but from what I studied up on it's pretty good, 20-30 BHP after tuning. As for different size tires rotation should be taken into consideration, unless you really are what your name says and full of cash lol. I'm looking into the 215/60R 16 Falkens personally. they look great and from what I hear get hella traction. And refrain from the badges. lol