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For those who have installed a Vortech on their cars, how much tuning was needed to get reliable driveability? From what I have read, an untuned Vortech at stock boost will make at most 330whp at 6000rpm. For those with a Kenne Bell, it seems like the issues are less frequent. Is this true...

I am trying to figure out what I am going to do about a new motor. I am not ready to drop $7k or more on a fancy new motor that will make 300 at the wheels. What I am thinking about is getting an Explorer 5.0L and putting some boost to it. It would be the equivalent to boosting a stock...

Okay now that the 4.10's are in, I can really feel where the good 'ole 5.0 runs out of steam up top. My question is this: What is the most cost-effective way to get her to breath up top? Thanks, Gabe

I am considering getting rid of my chrome 17x9 '95 Cobra R's for a set of stock 17x8 '98 Cobra wheels. My primary goal is to save some weight. My wheels, with a 255/45/17 GForce Sport tire weigh 55lbs each. For those of you who still have the stock wheels, can you weigh one of your wheels...

I'm considering a wheel change but I would only do it if I can get lighter wheels affordably. So what's out there? The Chrome Cobra R's that I have are probably 27lbs each. The lightest budget wheel I know of is the Konig Villain or Steeda Ultralite at 21lbs. Is there any other choices than...

My first trip to the track got me a 14.7 @ 96.6mph. After a few more trips, I got it down to 14.0 @ 99.6mph. With Nitrous I was able to get to 13.0 @ 107.9mph. Now, I see guys running times as fast as 12.6 @ 107.8mph. Is it reasonable to strive to improve my driving skills another 4 tenths...

Are the sidewalls really this plain? http://www.sumitomotire.com/theline/product.asp?c=per&id=7

I was wondering if any of you stereo guys have done this. I wouldl ike to step up to a component setup and I'm wondering if it's possible to fabricate an adapter that will still fit behind the stock grille. Anyone?

So I drive a 12 year old car and when it's time to replace something, I tend to spend the extra money on the higher-end products. It is getting to a point where the parts are worth more than the car itself. I am starting to wonder how wise it is to keep doing that instead of just getting cheap...

We have had about four days without rain in 2 months. Wow, look at the hat - looks brand new! I'm impressed.

The Cervini's "Heat Extractor" hood looks pretty cool. Has anyone gotten it or have pics? Thanks, Gabe

Check out the purge goodness! :D Oldie but melikes! It's now a double outlet. Whatcha think?

Or think that powershifting is clutchless, read what Liberty has to say about shifting with face engagement or even pro shifted trannies. http://www.libertysgears.com/faceplate.htm

This looks like a really reasonable route for time and money. I am considering getting the x303 head 5.0L crate motor, swap the cam out for a Crane 2031 or Steeda #19 and transfer my stock Cobra intake to it. Supposedly, it should be good for about 300 to the wheels for about $3,300. Is...

It's got 117k miles on it. I could offset the cost of a new motor by selling my stock long block. Is it worth selling or should I just keep it on a stand as a project? Thanks, Gabe

Okay it's getting near that time that I need to start thinking about putting a second engine together. I was always considering a 347 Street Fighter but now I am considering a different direction. For the money of a CHP crate, I could get a rebuilt stock Cobra longblock and put an S-Trim or...

I think this is expensive territory but since I am putting 4.10 gears in, I would like to consider the idea of spinning the motor to 7k. What parts (metal and electronic) does it take to do this with a reasonable level of reliability? How much of the stock motor can you keep to do this...

So what do y'all think about that eh? Calipers, wheels, seats, whatever. I've heard "...but it's not a 10th anniversary" stuff. What the heck? Busting on 10th anniv. wheels?

There are a lot of people who run 3.90 gears. I plan to join those ranks because I want a little more stretch from my gears. Can owners of 3.90's tell me why you chose 3.90's over 4.10's? Please be as technical or detailed as you want. Thanks :)

Just wondering if people do this and if it helps. I don't, but I heard someone mention it. I'm not sure what to htink about that. Thanks, Gabe