[goguenm]

We've got a 2007 Automatic V6 Mustang with a dual cat-back exhaust with an X-pipe and a Ford Racing cold air intake.
Next month we are adding headers. - what type of headers should we get?
We are hopefully going to add a supercharger next spring...possibly sooner if we come up with the money before that. - what type of supercharger should we buy for a 2007 Automatic V6?
Also my boyfriend doesn't really know the mechanics of cars as he is just getting into them and I haven't a clue about anything...so, I've read a bunch of talk about the rear end when you go and add a lot of power like a supercharger to a Mustang. What does that mean? If we get a supercharger what will we have to do to the rear end to enable it to handle the new power?
Any other suggestions for power upgrades/anything that will make it run better. Someone suggested a throttlebody? What is this and how will it benefit our car?
I'm a girl and know absolutely nothing about cars or how they work...but I'm trying to learn here...kinda hard when your bf knows not much more than you do though .

[dakine858]

Originally Posted by goguenm

We've got a 2007 Automatic V6 Mustang with a dual cat-back exhaust with an X-pipe and a Ford Racing cold air intake.
Next month we are adding headers. - what type of headers should we get?
We are hopefully going to add a supercharger next spring...possibly sooner if we come up with the money before that. - what type of supercharger should we buy for a 2007 Automatic V6?
Also my boyfriend doesn't really know the mechanics of cars as he is just getting into them and I haven't a clue about anything...so, I've read a bunch of talk about the rear end when you go and add a lot of power like a supercharger to a Mustang. What does that mean? If we get a supercharger what will we have to do to the rear end to enable it to handle the new power?
Any other suggestions for power upgrades/anything that will make it run better. Someone suggested a throttlebody? What is this and how will it benefit our car?
I'm a girl and know absolutely nothing about cars or how they work...but I'm trying to learn here...kinda hard when your bf knows not much more than you do though .

Not to worry. Get a set of BBK Shorty headers, these will allow more exhaust to flow out of your engine a lot faster which increases the efficiency of the engine and increases your horse power and torque. They are available here BBK Shorty Headers (05-08 V6) at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

The throttle body is the component located between your intake manifold and intake piping which controls the amount of airflow to allow into your engine based on the position of your gas pedal, push down on the pedal and the throttle body will open farther to allow the air it needs to increase your speed. A performance throttle body has a larger opening, allowing for increased airflow which translates to increased horse power. You can pick one of those up here BBK 70mm Throttle Body (2005+ V6)

Next, I'd recommend a Vortech supercharger available here Vortech Engineering: Viewing product: 2005-2007 Ford Mustang V6 4.0L Supercharging Systems
This will increase your HP from 210 to 290 safely without having to completely rebuild your motor.

Upgrade the suspension of your mustang. I recommend the Eibach pro kit available here: Eibach Pro Kit 2005-08 Mustang V6 (Coupe) [35100-140] - $209.95 : Lightning Force Performance. This will increase the performance of your mustang by adding increased handling ability and traction. Also, a set of performance tires will aid in achieving this too.

When giving your mustang added power and speed, one thing that's overlooked a lot is the brakes. All the power adders in the world help you go forward a lot faster and quicker but you need to be able to stop too. I'd upgrade your rotors to a slotted rotor which will give you the stopping power you'll need. These are available here 2005-2006 Mustang GT and V6 Powerslot Rear Rotors at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!
Also, upgrade your brake pads to a carbon composite pad with strong stopping power and low brake dust. I recommend Hawk HPS brake pads to go along with the slotted rotors I mentioned.
2005-2006 Mustang GT and V6 Hawk HPS Performance Front Brake Pads at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!
2005-2006 Mustang GT and V6 Hawk HPS Performance Rear Brake Pads at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

If you would like any help with specific installation instructions, send me a message or search the tech forums.

[goguenm]

Thank you so much Dakine858. I'm starting to get an idea of how we are going to do this...lol...now I just have to try and find all of this stuff in Canada so I won't get nailed by customs.

Thanks again

[Shine1Stang]

i would do some more research b4 you go out and buy the shorties. Ford has done alot with the exhaust side of the v6 mustang. I believe buying shorties would not really be as beneficial as one may think. If you plan on goin with a supercharger or other poweradder, look into some longtube headers! That will really increase the hp with a pa.
As far as supercharger goes, my preference is a procharger! Do you have a dyno in the area? That will also be a good thing to look around for too. That will determine on what tuner you should get! (diablo, sct, ect.) If you decide to get SCT check out Justin at vmp. VMP Tuning - Buy Ford SCT & GM Custom Handheld Flash Tuners Performance Economy Towing
The best sct v6 mustang tuner in the country! He can send you a handheld with a tune in it that is pretty darn close!
Good luck

[uknowthemustang]

Okay I am reading this and not fully understand.. haha dont call me stupid hehe. Anyway I own a 2008 v6 mustang, and really as far as performance goes I have only added a flowmaster axle back if that even counts. My question is: lets say I decide to add a supercharger.. I want to know what I will need to make everything run smoothly. As in everypart of my car was built for the acceleration, speed, pressure.. blah blah blah and whatever else it was made to handle... By supercharging it I am def beefing up the system.. so basically what else needs to be beefed up so I dont end up riding a bike? catch my drift? haha thanks guys

[daboyho50]

I thought turbo's were the way to go on the v6's? Not really sure, but I hear they are more effective. . .

[shinerstang]

Originally Posted by daboyho50

I thought turbo's were the way to go on the v6's? Not really sure, but I hear they are more effective. . .

Our family prefers turbo's......

[shinerstang]

Originally Posted by uknowthemustang

Okay I am reading this and not fully understand.. haha dont call me stupid hehe. Anyway I own a 2008 v6 mustang, and really as far as performance goes I have only added a flowmaster axle back if that even counts. My question is: lets say I decide to add a supercharger.. I want to know what I will need to make everything run smoothly. As in everypart of my car was built for the acceleration, speed, pressure.. blah blah blah and whatever else it was made to handle... By supercharging it I am def beefing up the system.. so basically what else needs to be beefed up so I dont end up riding a bike? catch my drift? haha thanks guys

It is important to make sure you are modding your car to handle the power. The drivetrain needs to put the power to the ground without failure. If you are going to 300rwhp, then you would be fine with a t-lock if you don't have the Pony Package.(They already had them) The centrifugal kits are relatively easy to install, but require a dynotune afterwards. Most kits come with a tuner, but do not use that as your final tune. It is only a base F/I tune to get you to the dyno. Maybe.......

Most throw it on a trailer and tow it to the dyno......

[ptsofathrty06]

What supercharger would you pick out of the few they have at vortech?