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Old 07-03-2008   #1 (permalink)
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i have a 95 Mustang GT, it has 94,000 miles on it. I already have a BBK cold air intake on it, thats it. What is the next step?
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Work on the exhaust, headers, mid-pipe and mufflers. This will most def help your 5.0 exhale easier.
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Hiya, welcome to the site. You'll get more ideas over in the 94-95 section.
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Here is good starting point to mods

http://www.allfordmustangs.com/forum...e-to-mods.html
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Work on the exhaust, headers, mid-pipe and mufflers. This will most def help your 5.0 exhale easier.
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You could also install an underdrive crank pulley and regear the rear end to a 3.73:1 ring & pinion.
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do the gears. and a new clutch. and a s/t shifter.
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