GT500 Pics

[SteelTownStang]

Here are some pics as promised. Purchased the car new from a Missouri dealership in December and had it delivered. Currently adding some items to the engine. Will post some pics of the new mods shortly.

[laz2447]

Looks nice...good luck with it!

[John4cam]

Nice car, and garage..

[95riosnake]

Nice car, and garage..

my thoughts exactly... 3 bays :drool5:

[2001GTTT]

sick

[Flyin Monkey]

Nice!

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks guys...

[scott5]

looks good, i actually looked at that color combo thursday at sarver ford

[SteelTownStang]

looks good, i actually looked at that color combo thursday at sarver ford

Yeah... I've seen that one on craigslist... 2009 with only 300 miles.

[scott5]

Yeah... I've seen that one on craigslist... 2009 with only 300 miles.

yup, but 44k is too much for my blood right now.. What mods you doing to it, if i may ask

[XtremeS10]

Wow nice whip!! Let me know if you have anything you wanna know about our cars, I am a research junkie!!

[SteelTownStang]

I already installed the JLT CAI w/SCT tune, which made a big difference... I'll be adding a 2.6 pulley shortly to increase boost... heat exchanger... then maybe lowering it. I like the OEM wheels, but I think that I'm going to widen the rears from 9.5" to 11".

[XtremeS10]

I already installed the JLT CAI w/SCT tune, which made a big difference... I'll be adding a 2.6 pulley shortly to increase boost... heat exchanger... then maybe lowering it. I like the OEM wheels, but I think that I'm going to widen the rears from 9.5" to 11".
The 2.6 pulley makes the car like a new car, if you wanted to get just a little more into it the 3.73s just bring the car to life totally. The heat exchanger is good to stop the heat soak, which ones you looking at?

[SteelTownStang]

The 2.6 pulley makes the car like a new car, if you wanted to get just a little more into it the 3.73s just bring the car to life totally. The heat exchanger is good to stop the heat soak, which ones you looking at?

...leaning toward the AFCO w/ dual fans/dual past... or maybe the Steeda. Yeah, the 3:31 is good for now, but definitely going to go with a 3:55 or a 3:73 down the road.

[XtremeS10]

...leaning toward the AFCO w/ dual fans/dual past... or maybe the Steeda. Yeah, the 3:31 is good for now, but definitely going to go with a 3:55 or a 3:73 down the road.
Have you checked out the revan racing / c and r h/e?

Van, the owner of revan racing, has his own car and does extensive testing and data logging on his parts, might wanna give it a shot as well :awsome:

[SteelTownStang]

I just saw your build thread. Awesome! I've heard good things about the C&R HE as well...

[XtremeS10]

I just saw your build thread. Awesome! I've heard good things about the C&R HE as well...
Thanks, I am going all out, but you can really tell when you drive it, its a straight line car and its built for that, its hard to take even just regular turns with the locker in it, but thats how I wanted it to feel :)

Check out Van's site and give him a call, he knows his stuff better than anyone else, and can give you all the info you'll ever need about his h/e ect ect, lemme know if you need anything else!

[97LaserRed]

looks good But i want the truck!! LMAO!!

[Mitternacht]

Were you outside Sears a couple days ago? I was next to you in the white GT.

[PaxtonShelby]

Wow - Beautiful Shelby! :goodidea:

Get a spare set of floor mats and keep the originals somewhere safe - they're too pretty to put your feet on!

[SteelTownStang]

Were you outside Sears a couple days ago? I was next to you in the white GT.

Yes. I saw it... your car looks great.

[mr4teth]

:woot1:

Car looks great!

X2 on the C&R, shoot Van an IM on TS he'll take care of you. Great guy and great product!

While we're throwing out ideas ... 3.73 is a must and while you're doing the HE upgrade and 2.6 upper why not the IW 10% lower? .... can you say TORQUE MONSTER?

[1Badbird]

definately a sweet ride!

[Flyin Monkey]

3:73 is a must do. I didn't see, did you do any suspension mods?

[SteelTownStang]

did you do any suspension mods?

Not yet...

[412mustangz]

red with white stripes is def one of my favorite color combo's..looks awesome!

[SteelTownStang]

red with white stripes is def one of my favorite color combo's..looks awesome!

Thanks. My favorite color car is black... my 07 GT was black, as was my 87 5.0 T-Top. Nothing looks better when cleaned-up, however, keeping them clean was a chore. Red is a little better to maintain. I like your color combination...

[412mustangz]

Thanks. My favorite color car is black... my 07 GT was black, as was my 87 5.0 T-Top. Nothing looks better when cleaned-up, however, keeping them clean was a chore. Red is a little better to maintain. I like your color combination...
thanks man, i'm hopin to get the stripes fully extended, i bought the car with the stripes that r on it..but ya keepin blk clean is def a pain in the a$$ but its worth it

[SteelTownStang]

thanks man, i'm hopin to get the stripes fully extended, i bought the car with the stripes that r on it..but ya keepin blk clean is def a pain in the a$$ but its worth it

I had the CDC Classic Chin Spoiler on my GT. One of my favorite mods. The front looks naked without it IMO. If you're going to expand the stripes, you should paint and clearcoat the chin spoiler and extend the stripes over it as well. I've seen some who have and it gives the car a low profile menacing look.

[no1fordgirl]

Absolutely gorgeous! =)

[412mustangz]

I had the CDC Classic Chin Spoiler on my GT. One of my favorite mods. The front looks naked without it IMO. If you're going to expand the stripes, you should paint and clearcoat the chin spoiler and extend the stripes over it as well. I've seen some who have and it gives the car a low profile menacing look.
ya the chin spoiler is a must n i thought about gettin it painted because it would look so much better but 2 days after i put the chin spoiler on, i scraped it off uneven pavement so idk if its worth paintin :rolleyes:

[Flyin Monkey]

It's only paint. I think it would look killer.

[TYR FRYR]

Sweet! Enjoy. I turned 20K on mine today.

[SteelTownStang]

Sweet! Enjoy. I turned 20K on mine today.

20K? You're getting your money's worth. I like your signature... Eddie Alterman's quote.

[mr4teth]

All time classic quote! :pinkthumb:

http://www.motivemag.com/pub/feature/versus/Motive_Versus_Dodge_Challenger_SRT8_versus_Ford_Sh elby_GT500.shtml

[SteelTownStang]

All time classic quote! :pinkthumb:

http://www.motivemag.com/pub/feature/versus/Motive_Versus_Dodge_Challenger_SRT8_versus_Ford_Sh elby_GT500.shtml

Cool article... Thanks for the link.

[TYR FRYR]

That article is a couple of years old but has the best GT500 quotes!
Mine is my daily driver as I cannot keep my hands off her.

Sounds like you are getting out in yours.

[SteelTownStang]

Some more pics...

[TYR FRYR]

Wow - love the underhood treatment, especially the painted brace.
Thanks!

[shawnsvtcobra]

Beautiful man,congrats.

[SteelTownStang]

Beautiful man,congrats.

Thanks.

[SteelTownStang]

Here are some more pics... painted Shelby GT500 sill plates:

[SteelTownStang]

Some more... Kicker KS680 speaker upgrade:

[John4cam]

Those sill plates look awesome man, Nice job..

[Flyin Monkey]

How does it sound?

[TYR FRYR]

Love the sill plates!
How does it sound?

[SteelTownStang]

Those sill plates look awesome man, Nice job..

Thanks!


How does it sound?

See below...


Love the sill plates!
How does it sound?

Thanks!

Here is the write-up I did on Team Shelby:

http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/56412-improved-shaker-1000-pics/page__pid__962315__st__0&#entry962315

I upgraded the speakers in my Shaker 1000 with Kicker KS680 (2 sets) and what a difference it made… I had maintained a belief that the head unit and amps were sufficient enough to drive the system, but the speakers were lacking something. Upon the conversion this theory proved to be true.

The issue that I was experiencing was predicated on the overwhelming bass that drowned out the mids and highs (treble). I was unable to adjust parameters to achieve a desired uniform sound. The reason for the deficiency was easily uncovered when examining the very cheaply made paper speakers (pictured). I can not believe that Ford would install a product like this in a car as an upgrade and charge $1,300.00.

My intent was to replace the entire system, but I like the OEM appearance of the head unit and, as mentioned, sufficient enough... Also, there was really no need the change the rear/trunk sub as it provides adequate lows. Lastly, I elected to retain the door subs… for now. They also are capable of providing passable lows and are of much higher quality than the rear deck single units and the upper door two-way units.

COST: Kicker KS680- $49.95 a set x 2 @ http://www.millionbu...kik08ks680.html (http://www.millionbuy.com/kik08ks680.html), as compared to $129.99 a set x 2 @ http://signature.cru...680.html?tp=92. (http://signature.crutchfield.com/s_2068KS680/Kicker-KS680.html?tp=92.) A difference of $160.00. Crutchfield includes the wiring hardness (Metra 72-5600), which I purchased 2 sets on ebay for $9.99 a pair- so the actual difference is about $140.00. You can read the links for yourself if you’d like regarding the Kicker speakers. They are a little better than the DS680 and are manufactured very well.

INSTALLATION: I have had some experience moding car stereos and speakers, so I found it to be pretty simple; however, if you take your time and purchase the hardnesses, then it’s an easy plug and play project.

Rear Deck Speaker Replacement (2007+) involves the removal of the rear seat. Simply push up on the two tabs below the knee area and lift. Both of the rear lower side panels will also have to be removed. They are held in place by 3 plastic push pins each (1- bottom heel area, 1- bottom seat area, and 1- upper head area). You will have to lift up on the sill plate corners, but they don’t have to be removed. Finally, the rear deck panel has to be removed. It is held in place by 4 plastic push pins- 2 on each side by the seat belts. The speakers are held in place by 4 (each) 20mm torque screws. Tools used are pictured. Note: I was going to install the new speakers from underneath (reversing the plastic speaker clips) to simplify this process if I elect a change in the future, however, I was unable to get a proper seal so I installed the speakers in the existing position. Furthermore, it really was not as difficult as it may seem to access the speakers. Installation time- about an hour.

Door Speaker Replacement involves the removal of the interior door skin(s), which are attached by 8- 7mm screws (7- along the perimeter and 1- behind the window switch) and 2- 30mm torque bolts (1- behind the door handle panel and 1- behind the armrest panel). As mentioned, the door window switch panel will have to be removed. Push up and pull out (2 pieces). The panel behind the door handle is difficult to remove. I fabricated a piece of wire and made it into a hook to slide behind the panel and pulled. It came right off without damage. Remove the panel behind the arm rest. Remove the side mirror "switch" cover (pull off). Lastly, remove the door lock pin (unscrew) and its panel (lift-up). The speakers are held in place by 4 (each) 20mm torque screws. Repeat on the other side... Installation time- about an hours- totaling 2 hours for the replacement of all 4 speakers.

CONCLUSION: The acoustics are greatly improved for a cost of around $100.00. I can hear nuances in the music that have gone unnoticed until now. The mids and highs are crisp and clear. I popped in my Tool, 10,000 Days CD and it sounded incredible. I intentionally turned the volume up (about 75%) and drove around for approximately 25 minutes while focusing on any signs of distortion. The only distortion experienced resulted from my ears ringing when I got out... I highly recommend this mod for those of you who like the Shaker 1000, but don’t love it. Everyone has their own interpretation of sound, i.e., exhaust. What I find to be lacking (mids and highs) may not be what someone else observes, however, if you concur with my original assessment, then you’ll be very happy with this affordable improvement mod. It’s truly a different stereo system.

[SteelTownStang]

More pics... Redline Tuning QuickLift System:

[SteelTownStang]

More pics... VMP Pulley Installation...

[XtremeS10]

Looking good sir!! I'm not one for the stock look pulley, and went with the tensioner, looks great though!! If you ever need help with anything let me know

[SteelTownStang]

Looking good sir!! I'm not one for the stock look pulley, and went with the tensioner, looks great though!! If you ever need help with anything let me know

Thanks. Your project(s) are coming along well... :goodidea:

[XtremeS10]

Yes sir, posting some pics up here soon of some progress

[SteelTownStang]

Free certificate arrived today... :woot1:

[SteelTownStang]

Pics of my newly installed Gentex Auto Dimming Mirror with Homelink, Compass, and Temperature Display (50-GENK51A):

[SteelTownStang]

Antenna mod pics...

[SteelTownStang]

Pics of a recently installed matching shifter boot:

[SteelTownStang]

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[pRojekt02GT]

Nice!

[SteelTownStang]

Nice!

Thanks!

[95V6]

looks great, keep up the mods and updates!

[KeystoneJohnny]

yeah looking good

[1Badbird]

yeah looking good


I agree!!

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks guys... I think wheels and tires might be next next... maybe some chrome 20" Razors... or Shelby S1s.

[Sonic03snake]

Cars looking good!!!! Very nice install write ups too.:awsome:

[412mustangz]

looks great..where'd u get the shifter boot?

[SteelTownStang]

Cars looking good!!!! Very nice install write ups too.:awsome:

Thanks!


looks great..where'd u get the shifter boot?

Thanks. Here's a link to a thread that I started on the boot:

http://www.fordgt500.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6860&highlight=pics


I’ve never really been thrilled with my GT500's interior. The red leather inserts helped and compliments the red exterior, or vice versa, but I thought that the interior of my 07 GT, with the IUP/PTP, looked much better. An item that I never liked was the shifter boot.

While my car is relatively new, the OEM boot looked weathered and the color neither matched my seats nor my steering wheel. While all leather products have various unique characteristics, the shifter boot looked cheap IMO.

With no intentions of breaking the bank, I started to search for a replacement that would better match my interior. I ultimately had the boot custom made by Redline Goods: http://www.redlinegoods.com/shiftboot.htm. I ordered black leather, with red stitching, and a red perforated leather stripe insert similar in appearance to my seats. The grain, texture, and color are a near perfect match. I’m very pleased with the quality of the leather and craftsmanship; as well as the quick turn around (1 week).

Instructions for installation are as followed:

1) Unscrew the shifter knob (righty tighty, lefty loosey) and lifted-up on the boot and boot frame.

2) Release the knob from the boot. It is held in place with a rubber band type fastener.

3) Carefully peel the OEM boot from the boot frame. It is held in place by glue and secured by cut-out slots over plastic clips on the bottom of the frame.

4) Remove excess glue from the frame and lightly sand.

5) Take the new Redline Goods boot and turn it inside out and secure the knob using either the OEM rubber fastener, nylon zip-tie, twist-tie, etc., and pull the knob back through the boot.

6) Apply glue to the top and bottom of frame and attached the boot to the plastic clips. I used an adhesive/caulk (Polyseamseal), which worked fine.

7) Work the boot around frame the firmly press the leather to the glued areas.

8) Stabilized the boot while the glue cures (about 12 hours). Note: I placed weights on top so that the leather would stay pressed against the frame for better adhesion.

9) Once the glue is dried, position the boot over the shifter and screw the knob back onto the threaded shaft.

10) Press the boot frame back into the console cut-out.

Note: Instructions are also posted on the Redline Goods site: http://www.redlinegoods.com/Mustang05install.shtm

Conclusion: I highly recommend this affordable and simple mod that really adds to the overall appearance of the interior. You will not be disappointed.

[mr4teth]

Thanks guys... I think wheels and tires might be next next... maybe some chrome 20" Razors... or Shelby S1s.

Like I said in my e-mail ... Razors look good but they are only offered in a 9" wide wheel. If I was to do it over again I would get Shelby CS40's. The CS69's look pretty good too.

I recommend these guys: http://www.rttire.com/

http://i394.photobucket.com/albums/pp21/mr4teth/Junk/DSC00655.jpg

[SteelTownStang]

Like I said in my e-mail ... Razors look good but they are only offered in a 9" wide wheel. If I was to do it over again I would get Shelby CS40's. The CS69's look pretty good too.

I recommend these guys: http://www.rttire.com/

The S1s come in 20" X 10"... maybe go with a 305, or sneak up to a 315. I really do like the Razors better though w/ 24 offset in the front and 40s in the rear... thinking about widening them to 11"s... IDK. Do you have any pics of your car w/ the Razors? I'd love to see them on your car. How far do the 285s go beyond the fender(s) with the 6" back spacing (24 offset). If I go with the 40 offset for the rears (wheels still at 9"/not widen), then the 285s should remain within the fenders... think? Thanks.

[mr4teth]

The S1s come in 20" X 10"... maybe go with a 305, or sneak up to a 315. I really do like the Razors better though w/ 24 offset in the front and 40s in the rear... thinking about widening them to 11"s... IDK. Do you have any pics of your car w/ the Razors. How far do the 285s go beyond the fender(s) with the 6" back spacing (24 offset). If I go with the 40 offset for the rears (wheels still at 9"/not widen), then the 285s should remain within the fenders... think? Thanks.

11 will require some mod's to the suspension but man does a 305 or 315 look sweet from the rear!

My 285's stick out about 1/2 inch or so ....

In my signature there's a link to photobucket ....

[08snake]

Your car looks good, you can fit the 305's on the razors. They stick out some but look good, and if your lucky like me they rolled the fenders perfectly while driving :D

[SteelTownStang]

In my signature there's a link to photobucket ....

I realized that as soon as I sent the message. Car looks great! What size tires did you have on the Razors in the first few pictures. They looked to fit perfectly. I assume that you added the 285s later... w/ possibly the M/Ts?


Your car looks good, you can fit the 305's on the razors. They stick out some but look good, and if your lucky like me they rolled the fenders perfectly while driving :D

Thanks. 305s on a 9" must be bulging some... any pics?

[08snake]

They bulge a little but I like the look it has to it now

[SteelTownStang]

They bulge a little but I like the look it has to it now

Looks good. Are they 305/30s or 35s? What do you mean rolling your fenders... rubbing? Also, do your Razors have 24 offset (6" backspacing) on the rear. With a 40 offset they would seem to fit inside the fenders better... or not.

[SteelTownStang]

Pics of 20" American Racing Chrome Shelby Razor Wheels with Nitto NT-555 Extreme Tires (255/35/20 front- 285/30/20 rear) and BMR Adjustable Panhard Bar:

[Cam99]

wheels look great!

[SteelTownStang]

wheels look great!

Thanks!

Mr4teth was helpful when determining offsets and tire sizes.

[95V6]

FREAKIN SICK! Looks amazing, the tac bar looks great too.

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks Barry.

[1Badbird]

Wow!! Your ride looks awsome!! I like all the mods you've done!!

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks Jay.

[SteelTownStang]

Pulley swap... VMP's 2.65 for VMP's 2.59... Pics:

[SteelTownStang]

Roush Extreme Performance Off-Road Exhaust Kit #403936
The Disclaimer States, " ...be aware that this off-road exhaust kit may exceed the sound level ordinances in many communities..."

Well, it’s loud... and it’s deep... and it’s mean, but I’m not too concerned about violating any local ordinances. I can say with certainly that this is the best overall sounding exhaust system (axle or cat-back) available for the S197 model. I’ve contemplated purchasing this kit since January. I could have saved a lot of time, money, and aggravation if I had acted sooner.

I’ve personally own, installed, and experienced the following exhausts on the S197:

2007 Mustang GT-

Magnaflow #48019
Flowmasters #17410 (X2)
SLP Loundmouth #M31014
FRPP/Borla Stingers #M-5230-5GT

2008 GT500-

FRPP/Borla #M-5230-SGT
Flowmaster #817410
Mac Boom Tubes #BT2005

All of the aforementioned exhausts sounded good, but in comparisons the Roush set-up wins hands down in acoustics and quality.

Based on my experience, and due to the design of the exhaust system on the S197 (mufflers located past the axle), the louder the exhaust- the greater the drone/resonation. It’s a sacrifice that I wasn’t willing to compromise.

The Roush system is unique in that the resonators (pseudo mufflers) are located before the axle, thus providing volume while minimizing resonation. This set-up is significantly louder than OEM, yet the drone level is equivalent...

I’ve heard the Corsas (Extreme) and the KRs. I agree with the masses, the Corsas definitely do not drone, however, many say that the KRs don’t either, but I digress. While the KRs have negligible drone, I’d say it compares to the level of the Roush set-up, however, the Roush exhaust has twice the volume.

Installation: Unless you have access to "lift", installation will be a PIA. Removing the OEM mid-pipes was easy. While on floor ramps I lifted the body to create more space to maneuver between the body and the axle. Conversely, installing the Roush mid-pipes was difficult. The Roush system seems to be made of thicker grade steel and the mandrel-bends play havoc in getting them positioned over the axles. I actually had to temporarily removal the springs on the passenger side (remove the sway bar, shocks, and drop the axle) to facilitate installation. There may be other techniques, but this method worked best in my application.

Conclusion: The Roush system is not a loud obnoxious exhaust. It generates a "tuned" high volume aggressive tone with minimal drone. While no axle/cat-back system yields measurable performance gains, this system feels like the car gained a few hp/tq. It definitely sounds faster! My pursuit to find the perfect sounding exhaust has ended.

[32valve]

If you don't mind me asking, what did the Roush system set you back? I'm on my third system. While it is the best one yet, I'm still not satisfied. Right now running custom baffled Mac Muffs with dynatech headers and cats.

[SteelTownStang]

If you don't mind me asking, what did the Roush system set you back? I'm on my third system. While it is the best one yet, I'm still not satisfied. Right now running custom baffled Mac Muffs with dynatech headers and cats.

Sounds like you already have a decent set-up. Trying to find that perfect sound is addicting... Price? Here you go: http://www.stage3motorsports.com/product/403936/200509_Mustang_GTGT500_Roush_Extreme_CatBack_Exhau st_Kit__Free_Shipping.html

[98saleen]

Nice. How do you like the VMP pulley/tune setup?

[SteelTownStang]

Nice. How do you like the VMP pulley/tune setup?

Great setup! Here's a couple write-ups I posted on TS:

2.65 Pulley- http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/57711-vmp-pulley-install-pics/page__p__985161__hl__pulley__fromsearch__1#entry98 5161, and

2.59 Pulley- http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/60093-vmps-265-pulley-vs-259-pics/page__p__1024728__hl__pulley__fromsearch__1#entry1 024728

BTW, Nice website, re: Your Saleen...

[98saleen]

Great setup! Here's a couple write-ups I posted on TS:

2.65 Pulley- http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/57711-vmp-pulley-install-pics/page__p__985161__hl__pulley__fromsearch__1#entry98 5161, and

2.59 Pulley- http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php?/topic/60093-vmps-265-pulley-vs-259-pics/page__p__1024728__hl__pulley__fromsearch__1#entry1 024728

BTW, Nice website, re: Your Saleen...

Awesome thanks!
Yeah...I gotta add the 08Shelby to my website soon or make a page just for it. ;)

Love your car and the mods!

Ryan

[SteelTownStang]

Awesome thanks!
Yeah...I gotta add the 08Shelby to my website soon or make a page just for it. ;)

Love your car and the mods!

Ryan

Thanks Ryan. Good luck with your GT500... It's an awesome car!

[SteelTownStang]

Nighty-nite...

[98saleen]

Nice cover!
May I ask what brand and where more are? :D

Ryan

[SteelTownStang]

Hey Ryan... Just saw pics of your new mods. The SS wheels look great.

The cover is the OEM GT500 Car Cover. Ford sells them for $399.00, but I've seen them for sale on ebay, as well as Shelby and GT500 forums, for much less...

[98saleen]

OK thanks.
Very nice! The guy I bought my wheels from on Team Shelby had a cover for sale.....but it was long gone when I asked about it! :D

[SteelTownStang]

SHELBY trunk emblem relocation:

[SteelTownStang]

GT/CS SS Side Scoops:

[SteelTownStang]

Spare Tire Mod:

[98saleen]

Nice upgrades! :D

Ryan

[AdamantiumSilvr]

Lookin pretty tight! Um diggin the emblem relocation too.

[95V6]

Nice!

[412mustangz]

Lookin pretty tight! Um diggin the emblem relocation too.
x2! looks much better in the center

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks guys!

... I like the red pit stripes on black JB.

[TYR FRYR]

Looks great! I love the emblem relocation.

[SteelTownStang]

Looks great! I love the emblem relocation.

Thanks!

[mr4teth]

Looks great! I love the emblem relocation.

Best mod ever .... wish everyone would stop coping off me! :sticktonge:

http://i394.photobucket.com/albums/pp21/mr4teth/GT500/DSCN1809.jpg

[SteelTownStang]

Best mod ever .... wish everyone would stop coping off me! :sticktonge:

So, it was you... ? LOL. The newer GT500 was originally designed this way... 3rd brake light in the spoiler. They should have kept it that way:

[cobra tom]

badazz car.... congrats

[SteelTownStang]

badazz car.... congrats

Thanks... How's your project(s) coming along?

[John4cam]

Lookin good!

[Steve-0]

That relocation does make a really big difference! Nice shelby!:thmbsup:

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks guys!

[95V6]

Your first post says you got it in December, is this your one year anniversary? If so congrats, buy it some more stuff!

[SteelTownStang]

Hey Barry, Yes... It's been one year. Thanks... and I will... I think 3.73s are in my future.

I just noticed... your '95 is gone?

[95V6]

Hey Barry, Yes... It's been one year. Thanks... and I will... I think 3.73s are in my future.

I just noticed... your '95 is gone?

Yes, its been gone since November. I got hit and totaled it so I picked up a 03 DSG GT.

[97LaserRed]

Yes, its been gone since November. I got hit and totaled it so I picked up a 03 DSG GT.
time to update the avatar and SIG!!:woot1:

[412mustangz]

Thanks guys!

... I like the red pit stripes on black JB.
thanks man! ya i think those stripes in that location look pretty nice, it somewhat changes the appearance of the car

[95V6]

time to update the avatar and SIG!!:woot1:


You think? :awsome:

[cobra tom]

i have a brand new currie bolt in 9 inch for a 05 and up, it has 31 spline axles 373 gear. also have metco lowers with bmr upper and a dyno drive shaft. package deal $2300.00 if your interested - cobra tom

[SteelTownStang]

i have a brand new currie bolt in 9 inch for a 05 and up, it has 31 spline axles 373 gear. also have metco lowers with bmr upper and a dyno drive shaft. package deal $2300.00 if your interested - cobra tom

I'll let you know... Thanks

[SteelTownStang]

I was bored today and decided to paint my coil covers. I was planning to have them powder-coated… then just painting them all red… then red w/white letters… then polished... etc.

I wanted them to look OEM and not overbearing. While contemplating I noticed the SVT emblem that I had installed on my radiator cover and decided to match it. Some tape, sand paper, paint, and voila. I’m satisfied… for now.

[John4cam]

I like this alot. Looks like it should from the factory. Nice work.

[GOT SVT]

Looks awesome

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks guys!

[1Badbird]

Very nice touch. It's subtle and looks like it came that way.

[SteelTownStang]

Very nice touch. It's subtle and looks like it came that way.

That's the look I was going for... Thanks

[mr4teth]

I like that a lot! .. I like it so much I might steal your idea! :veryhappy:

[SteelTownStang]

I like that a lot! .. I like it so much I might steal your idea! :veryhappy:

Been stealing yours... it's only fair :D.

[TYR FRYR]

Looks great, as usual!

[95V6]

Perfect!

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks!

[SteelTownStang]

FRPP 3.73 gears, FRPP lowering springs, and FRPP differential girdle... courtesy of Wolfpack Speed.

Before/After:

[08snake]

Looks good, how much of a difference are the gears? I have mine sitting here to get put in sometime in the next few weeks

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks. Big improvement over the OEM 3.31s. Pulling out in 1st is much smoother. 6th gear is actually useful now. The SC kicks in faster and it revs a little higher. I presume that it’ll guzzle more gas, but I already paid the tax, so guzzle away. The car feels lighter and faster. Overall, it’s definitely one the most noticeable performance mods done thus far.

Also, some have complained about gear whine... Mine are very quiet.

Not sure who you'll have to perform the installation, but I highly recommend Mike/Wolfpack Speed.

[98saleen]

Nice. :D

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks!

[SteelTownStang]

Roush Extreme Cat-Back Exhaust + PHRP H-Pipe = AWESOME!

Upon experimenting with several exhaust systems, I elected to go with the Roush Extreme Cat-Backs back in October. While it sounded amazing, it still seemed to lack a deeper tone that I desired. I friend of mine has a Roush 427 with the same exhaust, but his set-up sounded better than mine. The only difference was that he had the factory H and I had the X, but would that change the tone so dramatically?

While wanting to maintain the cats I thought about trying Shelby’s or PHRP’s H-pipe. Based on the aforementioned, the good reviews on the H set-up for the KRs, as well as the 11/12 GT500s, and consulting with Wes (PHRP), I elected to go with the PHRP H-pipe.

While I was apprehensive about cutting out my X-pipe, the installation was simple. The connections are solid and leak free with an OEM-like appearance.

Conclusion: I cannot believe that this simple change has made such a dramatic difference in the exhaust tone. It is deeper, throatier, and meaner… It now sounds better than my friend’s Roush; and no drone. This is, without question, the best sounding exhaust that I’ve ever heard.

[cobra tom]

looks great!

[SteelTownStang]

looks great!

Thanks Tom. How's you Shelby coming?

[Black Magic]

Beautiful car ! congrats and Ditto on the Garage.

[SteelTownStang]

Beautiful car ! congrats and Ditto on the Garage.

Thank you.

[SteelTownStang]

I recently installed the MGP Cobra Engraved Rear Caliper Covers. I had already painted the calipers last year with the G2 Caliper PaintSystem and they still looked dull. While I wanted to spice them up some, I still wanted a subdued appearance without adding new calipers.

Some don’t like the faux look, but I didn’t like the OEM look... Ultimately the MGP covers fit the bill. They definitely add a more finished look and match the front Brembos in size and appearance. A simple 20 minute mod.

[08snake]

Really like those, are they easy to put on?

[SteelTownStang]

Really like those, are they easy to put on?

Very easy... Here's a link to video instructions: http://www.calipercovers.com/_e/gdept/01/Ford_Passenger.htm

[08snake]

Very easy... Here's a link to video instructions: http://www.calipercovers.com/_e/gdept/01/Ford_Passenger.htm

Thanks, just ordered a set

[SteelTownStang]

Thanks, just ordered a set

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