Quickest *stock* 5.0L longblock with these mods

[Pure Stock]

Here's an example of what can be done with a stock 5.0L long block with some peripherals being modified. Remember this is being accomplished with a scant 225 FWHP rating from the factory. Note: The exhaust and parasitic loss mods help elevate the number some. (237 RWHP range)

Mod breakdown:

- computer module
- off-road exhaust
- mufflers disconnected
- front sway bar removed
- underdrive pulleys
- 160 degree thermostat
- 26"x8" slicks
- 3.73's
- short belt
- advanced timing
- ram air kit
- airbag in passenger side rear spring
- battery relocated
- 65mm throttle body
- MAC 1 5/8" full length headers
- Zoom kevlar clutch
- Z-code T-5 (2.95 low gear)
- Hurst shifter

[scott5]

what was the weight of the car? Stock springs with an airbag?

[laz2447]

Pretty nice time slip! I like that list of mods alot, very cost effective. Take advantage of what you already have, and is very balanced.

[Pure Stock]

what was the weight of the car? Stock springs with an airbag?

I believe race weight was near 3,000 lbs. Stock springs.

[scott5]

what didnt he have hooked up? in that he could run a smaller belt? Cause i was thinking about putting on a smaller belt when i go to the track to by pass my ac and power steering.

[Pure Stock]

what didnt he have hooked up? in that he could run a smaller belt? Cause i was thinking about putting on a smaller belt when i go to the track to by pass my ac and power steering.

p/s and a/c.

[Viper_ed]

Cause i was thinking about putting on a smaller belt when i go to the track to by pass my ac and power steering.

Just pull it off all together.

[Pure Stock]

Just pull it off all together.

There are implications Sir Edward. Care to share 'em?

[Viper_ed]

There are implications Sir Edward. Care to share 'em?

Gee, wonder who taught us that trick! :D

[Pure Stock]

Gee, wonder who taught us that trick! :D

He stands a stately 5'1" and has been known to lose a T-top on Rt. 201 when in persuit of the other sex.

[Killercanary]

what didnt he have hooked up? in that he could run a smaller belt? Cause i was thinking about putting on a smaller belt when i go to the track to by pass my ac and power steering.

On the '95, you can easily bypass the PS and AC with a shortbelt. This is worth at least a tenth and 1mph even with underdrive pulleys. The belt will go from the crank, to the alternator, over the idler pulley, down to the WP, and back to the crank. You won't have a lot of belt contact on the WP doing it this way but it works as I've done it.