Brainiacs,
For a future build I am considering a 351w swap into my 95 SVO GT-40 Mustang convertible. Since I have just restored the vehicle to factory I'd like to stay with the factory theme. Thus, I'd like to build the GT Ford should have built in the first place during the pony car wars of that era.
I'm aware that the SVO GT-40 package was supposed to cover that pony car competition base, but I'm wondering why Ford didn't simply put a 351w in the car to match the Camaro/Firebird of the times. Since I want to stay with the factory theme and pass smog I'll be using my 373s, GT40 heads w/1.72 rockers, 65mmTB, and upper SVO intake manifold.
I'll be acquiring some 24lb injectors, 95 Cobra ECM, and 155lph pump to feed the motor. Since Its going to be a DD, and I'm not looking to race everyone, and since I'm only looking for a similar power band as I have now, but with the added torque of more cubes, can I use the stock GT cam?
I'm hoping that this combo will have improved street-able torque to move my convertible, pass smog, and be very reliable since it is not built to the limits. Again, considering the theme of factory, can I use the stock GT cam?
Thanks for any help, suggestions, etc.
For a future build I am considering a 351w swap into my 95 SVO GT-40 Mustang convertible. Since I have just restored the vehicle to factory I'd like to stay with the factory theme. Thus, I'd like to build the GT Ford should have built in the first place during the pony car wars of that era.
I'm aware that the SVO GT-40 package was supposed to cover that pony car competition base, but I'm wondering why Ford didn't simply put a 351w in the car to match the Camaro/Firebird of the times. Since I want to stay with the factory theme and pass smog I'll be using my 373s, GT40 heads w/1.72 rockers, 65mmTB, and upper SVO intake manifold.
I'll be acquiring some 24lb injectors, 95 Cobra ECM, and 155lph pump to feed the motor. Since Its going to be a DD, and I'm not looking to race everyone, and since I'm only looking for a similar power band as I have now, but with the added torque of more cubes, can I use the stock GT cam?
I'm hoping that this combo will have improved street-able torque to move my convertible, pass smog, and be very reliable since it is not built to the limits. Again, considering the theme of factory, can I use the stock GT cam?
Thanks for any help, suggestions, etc.