Which modifications for 3K?

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  1. musty11 New Member

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    Hi,

    I'm getting a 2005 GT convertible. I want to put either the Saleen or Cervini complete body kit with exhaust on it. And some other modifications.

    I have a few questions and I really appreciate any help.

    What perfomance modifications would you recommend for a max of $3,000?

    What HP increases can I expect to get for that?

    I'd rather get an automatic GT, but I can drive a manual.
    Pros/cons?

    How has the reliability been so far on the new GT?

    Any recommendations for mustang modifyers within
    a 100 miles of chicago would be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks in advance.:SNSign:
    Gavin.
    musty11, Mar 16, 2007
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  2. kooldawg6 mine works really well and can take a fair amount

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    CAI/tuner combo can run you about $600-$700 depending on brand choice. Mufflers and/or mid pipes can run about another $400-$700 depending on brand choice. Headers can run about $400-$1000+ depending on brand choice. Gears and install can run you in the neighborhood of $500. Underdrive pullies run about $250. I believe FRPP Charge Motion plates run around $100. Those things will give your stallion quite a nice performance increase in your $3000 budget.
    kooldawg6, Mar 17, 2007
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  3. Emay New Member

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    Everything Kool mentions can be done in your own garage minus gears. Half the fun of owning the car is doing the mods, I wouldn't be too timid of anything on that list except the gear install as you'll need some knowledge and tools that are not common. However, you can rent them.
    Emay, Mar 17, 2007
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  4. musty11 New Member

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    Thanks for help

    Hi,

    Thanks for the advice. Personally I cannot even change spark plugs in a car:shrug:

    Anyone have experience with a good mustang shop around Chicago?
    Thanks. Gavin.:SNSign:
    musty11, Mar 18, 2007
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  5. Emay New Member

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    If your serious that you don't want to do the simple bolt ons yourself, then give Speed INC in Schaumburg a call, they do great work and will gladly do the gravey jobs quickly for you.
    Emay, Mar 18, 2007
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  6. ShawnyB New Member

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    Forget about the other cheap bolt on stuff - There is an EBAY store that will sell you a Powerdyne Supercharger - if you call him he will ship it complete for $3K. Est: 399 HP - Wish I would have done this first before buying all the "other" stuff.
    ShawnyB, Mar 20, 2007
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  7. HEAVYGT New Member

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    second that on Speed, Inc. Give Larry a call and he will take care of you. :D
    HEAVYGT, Mar 20, 2007
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  8. Mr_Q Founding Member

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    I wouldn't go with any FI system that does not have some kind of heat exchanger on it the intake side before it enters the motor.

    That is if you plan on having the car for more than a year. ;)
    Mr_Q, Mar 20, 2007
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  9. hioslvr New Member

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    Whether or not you are planning on racing I would also look into some suspension stuff as well. No use having the power if you can't get it to the ground:)
    hioslvr, Mar 20, 2007
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