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1998ta__1991rs · 08-01-2011, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 03SVTCOBRA

Ill probably be re-visiting him in a few months with some other pulleys. He seemed like a pretty good guy and seemed to know what he was doing. Also didnt hear very many bad things about him, i expected a few as im sure every tuner get blamed for people blowing thier motors.

Travis is a good guy, he always seems to have the most random stuff laying around when you need it.

slowgreen99 · 08-01-2011, 11:06 AM

sneaky basstid. If you need a driver mod, or good radials to run one night, holla. I know a guy.

03SVTCOBRA · 08-01-2011, 03:30 PM

definitly a driver mod. So far i have very little racing experience besides roll racing and i dont really count that. Hopefully in the coming months i can get some suspension and tires under it and turn up the boost and see if all the hype on the 2.9 is true. Like i said its still stock suspension so i havent been too rough on it since i do drive it almost daily. This is my first real performance car so im still learning along the way. I did all the work so far myself but when it comes down to suspension im lost, anyone got some sugestions. Keep in mind this isnt a drag car, but i would like to be able to drive it to the track and make some nice passes and drive it home.

Ive found a pretty good deal on a solid built 8.8 for a grand, any issues or something to change or look for?
specs: 02 Mustang rear
31 spline strange axles.
31 spline aburn pro.
All new seals and bearings.
3:55 gear.
Screw in 3 inch studs.
Welded axle tubes.
upper control arms
lower control arms
rear springs
Shocks
And it's sand blasted and painted black.

All of the parts used are aftermarket stuff im not sure what brands and 0 miles on them. The only thing not included is the girdle and i can find one cheap im sure. Ive looked around and it seemed like a good price?

03SVTCOBRA · 08-01-2011, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 1998ta__1991rs

Travis is a good guy, he always seems to have the most random stuff laying around when you need it.

His shop was very messy, and was in the middle of nowhere. I was expecting some 1 toothed man to come out and try to rape me. I could imagine he has some very random stuff and probably doesnt know where it is.

Shane361 · 08-01-2011, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 03SVTCOBRA

right under 620, accufab SB throttle body. No longtube or cams yet, i couldnt see pulling a perfectly good motor for either of those yet. Im happy with the powerplant, next up will be suspension.

Nice numbers...shooting for the same area but pretty sure I'll high 5's with a Ford Racing Aluminator long block and a 2.2 KB.

Magoo · 08-01-2011, 10:09 PM

Very nice upgrade! Don't go with meth, go E85 and crank that boost up and lay 750rwhp all day long safely. Theres a few stations here locally, no reason not to. As far the irs its plenty strong to handle the power you're making, I'd defintely get some stickier tires though to take advantage of all that power.

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Originally Posted by ElecTech

True.

Nice looking set-up.

I'm sure you feel a lot better now that your secret is out and everyone knows you like 'em big, black, on top, and packin' it in!

Bet that Whipple sounds sweet.

Those 2.9's are damn near silent.

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Originally Posted by 03SVTCOBRA

right under 620, accufab SB throttle body. No longtube or cams yet, i couldnt see pulling a perfectly good motor for either of those yet. Im happy with the powerplant, next up will be suspension.

Real conservative tune? With your mods theres a lot of power left on the table right now.

03SVTCOBRA · 08-01-2011, 10:45 PM

To run E-85 i would have to toss alot more money into the fuel setup which is nearly brand new. Would need a different hat that has a e85 coating and would need to upgrade injectors to low impedance and a driver for them also i believe. I probably wont run meth, im thinking ill just get a race tune and keep the tune i have now for 93 for daily driving. 21 and 25 psi pulleys are sitting here as soon as i get the time and cash. The 2.9 is so damn quiet its crazy, the stock eaton was even louder than it is.

ForceFed4g63 · 08-01-2011, 10:53 PM

Note to self: don't mess with red convertible Terminator in Charleston area...

03SVTCOBRA · 08-01-2011, 11:02 PM

actually its pretty much a turd right now unless its rolling at 45+, the driver and the suspension/tires are garbage.

ElecTech · 08-01-2011, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Magoo

Those 2.9's are damn near silent.

We're waiting for them to get the Hemi kit finished so we can get some of those out on the streets.

WWhittle · 08-01-2011, 11:12 PM

Don't put a solid rear end in it. Worst mod I made to mine. It rode like ass compared to the IRS. Build up what you have now.

Magoo · 08-02-2011, 01:57 PM

The injectors/fuel system you have is 100% ready to run E85 as it is.

Magoo · 08-02-2011, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ElecTech

We're waiting for them to get the Hemi kit finished so we can get some of those out on the streets.

They're badass blowers, just quiet as hell on the cobras. Been putting out stellar numbers.

03SVTCOBRA · 08-02-2011, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by WWhittle

Don't put a solid rear end in it. Worst mod I made to mine. It rode like ass compared to the IRS. Build up what you have now.

would cost me triple to build the irs up to where i wanted. I figured around 700-1000 for bushings, 1600 for half shafts, and then more for springs ect.

Thats if i did all the labor myself. Im not selling the irs, so if i dont like the solid i can always go that route. The car isnt a luxury cruiser, ride quality on the street isnt a top priority for me.

03SVTCOBRA · 08-02-2011, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Magoo

The injectors/fuel system you have is 100% ready to run E85 as it is.

They sell a e-85 version of the hat i have, it was only alittle more and i should have grabbed it instead. Im sure i could trade up for one, but ive heard horror storys about guys running the corn juice on the hats without the coating. Also are you sure i wouldnt need 160s with a low impedance driver? I have so much other junk to do first but i know ill eventually lean toward this route.

red99pony · 08-02-2011, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 03SVTCOBRA

right under 620, accufab SB throttle body. No longtube or cams yet, i couldnt see pulling a perfectly good motor for either of those yet. Im happy with the powerplant, next up will be suspension.

my gt makes low 400 rwhp and it is tough to stop wheel spin on the street, i can't imagine another 200 rwhp and i have solid upper and lowers with drag radials. beautiful ride keep up the good work

Magoo · 08-02-2011, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 03SVTCOBRA

would cost me triple to build the irs up to where i wanted. I figured around 700-1000 for bushings, 1600 for half shafts, and then more for springs ect.

Thats if i did all the labor myself. Im not selling the irs, so if i dont like the solid i can always go that route. The car isnt a luxury cruiser, ride quality on the street isnt a top priority for me.

Upgraded half shafts are worthless. Bushings and sticky tires along with the proper size irs bolts are all you need. I have tons of track passes on my car with over 600 rwhp and over 700rwtq all on the 100% stock irs.

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Originally Posted by 03SVTCOBRA

They sell a e-85 version of the hat i have, it was only alittle more and i should have grabbed it instead. Im sure i could trade up for one, but ive heard horror storys about guys running the corn juice on the hats without the coating. Also are you sure i wouldnt need 160s with a low impedance driver? I have so much other junk to do first but i know ill eventually lean toward this route.

The hat you have is perfectly fine, the alcohol in E85 will not cause any corrosion. Where have you heard any horror stories?? Dozens and dozens of guys are running corn without any crazy coating. Those injectors are more than enough, especially if your tuner bumps the base rail pressure up some. Go to the distillery section of svtp if you need more reassurance, plenty of guys with a ton of experience with E85 that will put your mind at ease.

03SVTCOBRA · 08-02-2011, 10:52 PM

i went there earlier and i feel better about going that route. I know i have plenty left in the fuel setup so it was barely being tested during the last dyno run. Only crappy thing is i only know of 1 E-85 station and ill use half a tank just driving there and back. Anything in west ashley that anyone knows of? only one i know is next to show zone. Im thinking about heading up in 2 weeks or so and running the e85 and probably a 23 or 25lb pulley just to see what the things made of.

Magoo · 08-03-2011, 06:59 PM

Yeah the only two that I know of are Ladson and Moncks Corner. Why would you use 1/2 a tank getting there and back from WA?

03SVTCOBRA · 08-03-2011, 09:07 PM

well not 1/2 but a good amount, its probably a 40mile round trip to show zone and back. Thats a long ass way just to get some gas.

08-01-2011, 11:06 AM	#22
slowgreen99 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Summerville Posts: 7,740	sneaky basstid. If you need a driver mod, or good radials to run one night, holla. I know a guy. __________________ M.R.E. Bad Bob Motorsports

08-02-2011, 01:57 PM	#32
Magoo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 925	The injectors/fuel system you have is 100% ready to run E85 as it is. __________________ Black 2003 Cobra Ported, Upper/Lower Pullied, Sprayed......going corn Slow 2010 BMW 335i JB4-G5iso, DCI, E85 2002 GSX-R600 Full Bolt-ons

08-03-2011, 06:59 PM	#39
Magoo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 925	Yeah the only two that I know of are Ladson and Moncks Corner. Why would you use 1/2 a tank getting there and back from WA? __________________ Black 2003 Cobra Ported, Upper/Lower Pullied, Sprayed......going corn Slow 2010 BMW 335i JB4-G5iso, DCI, E85 2002 GSX-R600 Full Bolt-ons

08-01-2011, 03:30 PM	#23
03SVTCOBRA Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,041	definitly a driver mod. So far i have very little racing experience besides roll racing and i dont really count that. Hopefully in the coming months i can get some suspension and tires under it and turn up the boost and see if all the hype on the 2.9 is true. Like i said its still stock suspension so i havent been too rough on it since i do drive it almost daily. This is my first real performance car so im still learning along the way. I did all the work so far myself but when it comes down to suspension im lost, anyone got some sugestions. Keep in mind this isnt a drag car, but i would like to be able to drive it to the track and make some nice passes and drive it home. Ive found a pretty good deal on a solid built 8.8 for a grand, any issues or something to change or look for? specs: 02 Mustang rear 31 spline strange axles. 31 spline aburn pro. All new seals and bearings. 3:55 gear. Screw in 3 inch studs. Welded axle tubes. upper control arms lower control arms rear springs Shocks And it's sand blasted and painted black. All of the parts used are aftermarket stuff im not sure what brands and 0 miles on them. The only thing not included is the girdle and i can find one cheap im sure. Ive looked around and it seemed like a good price?

08-01-2011, 10:45 PM	#27
03SVTCOBRA Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,041	To run E-85 i would have to toss alot more money into the fuel setup which is nearly brand new. Would need a different hat that has a e85 coating and would need to upgrade injectors to low impedance and a driver for them also i believe. I probably wont run meth, im thinking ill just get a race tune and keep the tune i have now for 93 for daily driving. 21 and 25 psi pulleys are sitting here as soon as i get the time and cash. The 2.9 is so damn quiet its crazy, the stock eaton was even louder than it is.

08-01-2011, 10:53 PM	#28
ForceFed4g63 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Aiken Posts: 7,002	Note to self: don't mess with red convertible Terminator in Charleston area...

08-01-2011, 11:02 PM	#29
03SVTCOBRA Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,041	actually its pretty much a turd right now unless its rolling at 45+, the driver and the suspension/tires are garbage.

08-01-2011, 11:12 PM	#31
WWhittle Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mt. Pleasant, SC Posts: 3,899	Don't put a solid rear end in it. Worst mod I made to mine. It rode like ass compared to the IRS. Build up what you have now.

08-02-2011, 10:52 PM	#38
03SVTCOBRA Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,041	i went there earlier and i feel better about going that route. I know i have plenty left in the fuel setup so it was barely being tested during the last dyno run. Only crappy thing is i only know of 1 E-85 station and ill use half a tank just driving there and back. Anything in west ashley that anyone knows of? only one i know is next to show zone. Im thinking about heading up in 2 weeks or so and running the e85 and probably a 23 or 25lb pulley just to see what the things made of.

08-03-2011, 09:07 PM	#40
03SVTCOBRA Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,041	well not 1/2 but a good amount, its probably a 40mile round trip to show zone and back. Thats a long ass way just to get some gas.