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Topic: couple of Q's on the different models....
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351m
Journeyman Posts: 7
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Registered: Jul 2002
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posted 10-22-2002 11:10 PM
  
i want to get a mustang(87-93). i was wondering which model is the best?
i want a 5.0.
can i put a 5.0 in a 4cyl mustang?
i looking to get a cheap mustang. then put all the money in performance.
any help would be nice.
thanks
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Moneymaker
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From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 10-23-2002 01:48 AM
Best is any 87-93 5.0 Mustang car that runs well and you can afford to purchase.  ------------------
Alex Denysenko
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ragtopjr
Gearhead Posts: 2393
From: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.
Registered: Oct 2000
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posted 10-23-2002 02:03 AM
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Originally posted by Moneymaker:
Best is any 87-93 5.0 Mustang car that runs well and you can afford to purchase.
Let me add to Alex's list. 79-93 especially if you ar looking to do a cheap light 4 cyl car (you can beat an early one for light. Parts are interchangeable from 79-93 so your covered. Find the look you want, buy the car, add a roller motor from 87-93 (86's had a flat top piston, and not as good of a head), 91-93 T5 Z, and an 8.8 diff with 4.10 gears. ------------------
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GTRocks
Gearhead Posts: 1956
From: Lusby, MD, USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 10-23-2002 01:49 PM
If you get a 4 cyl and convert it, don't forget that you'll have the added expense of beefing up the suspension. They are different for the different engine types.Also '88 and up had mass air intakes which are easier to modify. The older ones can be converted over, but that's another expense. And remember that '86 and up are fuel injected. [This message has been edited by GTRocks (edited 10-23-2002).]
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Moneymaker
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From: Lyons, IL, USA
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posted 10-23-2002 02:52 PM
And...most 4 cylinder cars do not come with 8.8 traction locks. ------------------
Alex Denysenko
Co-Administrator and Moderator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member and licensed Superstock driver
MCA member# 53321
NHRA and IHRA SS/LA National Record Holder '00, '01, & '02
Fleet of FoMoCo products including 88 ASC McLaren Mustang #28
Professional Manwhore
The Barry of BarrysGrrl Quote #1: "I never met a magazine mechanic I liked."
Quote #2: "Make sure brain is in gear before engaging mouth!"
Quote #3: "If you can't run with the big dogs, stay on the porch!"
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JCQuinn@work
Gearhead Posts: 215
From: Lakewood, CO, USA
Registered: Jun 2001
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posted 10-23-2002 03:29 PM
And pre-85 fox bodies have different 4 link attachment points. Aftermarket upper and lower arms are for the 85 and newer. If traction is an issue you will have to locate your instant center and move it where you want it. Most people don't care much about this but to me cars are just shells waiting for roll cages, hot motors, traction and fun. The 4 cyl front springs are just right for drag racing. John
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