Maybe you will. I got my s550 GT in 2016 brand new. Coolest experience ever sitting in it for the first time and starting it. I love my car. She isn't perfect but I love her just as much. I recommend getting one. You won't regret it :)
Ok, I have owned a S550 for a couple years now and this are my suggestions from my experience. Just for reference I have a 2017 Mustang GT with the performance pack with the manual transmission. The first mod I would recommend would be a clutch pedal spring. Steeda's spring really helped with the feel of the clutch for all you manual trans owners out there. Owning the car for years and still having no feel on when the clutch was engaging was irritating to say the least. I know its cheap and seems stupid but trust me, if you want to feel the car and how it drives it is a must have. Your talking under 30 dollars folks. Next would be the rear independent suspension and wheel hop. Before you start adding power you want to get the power it already has to the ground right? 430 HP and 400 Ib ft of torque are respective in there own right. There are two mods I recommend for this: first, the Steeda IRS rear subframe braces and Aluminum Delrin Bushing vertical links. I have not noticed any decrease in ride quality or NVH with the performance pack. But the difference in rear end handling is like night and day. The rear end of the car seem firmly planted and it feels more secure and solid during hard launches. It eliminated the wheel hop for me. Now you can start adding power, and that is at your discretion. Just know you may want stickier tires, and depending on the power your pushing you may have to upgrade the driveshaft and halfshafts.
The first thing I upgraded on my 2015 GT PP bought used in April were the LED lights by Diode Dynamics including sequential front turn signals with DRL feature, sequencer for the tail lights, LED side markers and LED interior lights. Yesterday I finished installing the Steeda Stop the Hop Kit - differential bushings, rear vertical links, bushing support system, rear subframe support braces and alignment kit. I really recommend this first of all. Wheel hop is gone and the shifter feels a lot better now. With that said the Barton is getting prepped for the install. Do the Wheel Hop Kit first, it's a must!!!
I'm very new to cars. Bought my 2015 GT 50th Yr last year $28K 18K miles. First things i did were ceramic coat, replace tires, & tint windows. From mod standpoint, Catback/springs are a must. Sway bars I heard different. CAI I'm debating since I live in CA and need CARB EO. Next is chin, spoiler, side skirts, door scoops. I also put on caliper covers.
I own a 2017 GT and don't waste your money on the cold air intake. The factory airbox has enough airflow. Get the K&N filter with the new inlet tube. Forgot the part number, but its enough to make a difference. Then get rid of the resonator and get a h or x pipe, depending on what your trying to do with your car. Think of it this way, h-pipe = better low end torque and HP, x-pipe better high end torque and HP. When you get that then get the rear stabilizer links to reduce the wheel hop. Then get the tune on the engine computer and enjoy.
I just ordered and received a K&N filter for my 2017 GT one week ago, I can confirm that it’s the best thing you can do, even if you’re like me and have a 5-year warranty and don’t want to mod the car heavily.... yet
@@ravjitkaursodhi3018 do not get yhr v6....it is a decent performance car and can be made quick fairly easily but the visceral experience alone with the v8 is worth the price of admission lol. Def get the older v8 in that case but id recommend a 2015 and up v8
I got a '16 GT PP with new rims n tires, only 24k miles...still smells new..has long tube headers, x-pipe n stock mufflers, and a tune...I got flowmasters n k&n filter. Man I love driving this thing, still smells new n looks great!
Good to know i'm not far off when thinking Exhaust, Tires, Cold Air Intake, and Tune should be the first mods I do to my Mustang once I get it! Thanks for sharing this information with us!
The stock Mustang has a cold air intake, and it does flow very well. And actually, you can get more flow through a flat-face air filter element than through a conical one. I can see some benefit from tuning the engine to suit the climate the engine will be operating in, but that's about it.
Nice list. But, for me, I went with Corsa Xtreme cat-back. Suit case has got to go! Couldn't agree more with the shifter. It is one of my next modifications. Great video! Thanks.
Don't lower the car move to 19'' to 20'' rims & tires ! Go with the Borla ATAK- 3'' cat back , then a 3.0 JLT oil catch cam for sure. I like this air-filter- The Saleen S302 High Flow Filter (15-18 GT) Dry filter !
My picks for a 2017 GT with Performance Pack option. 1: Tail light sequencers (Just plain must have mustang coolness) 2: LED interior and reverse lights (I can actually see now) 3: Ford-Borla Cat-Back exhaust* 4: Ford Performance Pack #2 (Cold Ait Intake, GT350 Throtle Body and new program tune)* 5: Aluminum Rear Window Louvers (A real head turning upgrade) 6: Hood Gas Struts (Convenience) 7: Ford Performance Oil-Air Separator (Performance and looks) * Added #3 and 4 together and upgraded the tune. Noticable power increase. This upgrade was worth every penny two times over. Can now idle on the freeway at 80mph and get 30mpg! Better mpg than my daughters EcoSport, my son's V6 Mustang or my Girlfriends Escape. Of course the mpgs disappear when you use the new found performance. Next. 1: Shifter Kit 2: Suspension. Jack Rails, Frame Braces Have a 2020 Shelby GT500 Golden Ticket on order so I won't be needing to add a blower to this list. Besides my built 800hp 1992 Mustang convertible has 28 pounds of boost so the 2017 will be my ecconomy around town daily driver.
A couple months ago, I was at the parts counter at the Ford dealership where I bought my Mustang. One of the parts guys said that some Mustang owner leaned out his engine so much with an air intake mod, that he burned his entire engine out.
Oh all you need is a spring compressor? Because everyone has one of those right? And dropping the subframe on a car with a 3 inch ground clearance isnt bad? Yeah not to you with a full service shop with a lift in the background 😂
Wish Ford offered an upgrade option for the manual transmission to give you the Tremec transmission from the Shelby GT350. The MT82 is by far the thing I hate the most in my 16 Stang. Even after installing the Barton Shifter which I have, it still doesn't feel near as good as a true Tremec transmission.
Yes. Ford also puts some on their pick ups and their new spanky $58,000 Explorer ST's with 400HP. I spoke with a Ford parts counter guy and he hinted that they are getting problems with these plastic pans.
@@AStanton1966 Well damn, I certainly don't like the sound of that. Now I am hesitant to shell out for a newer Mustang... Seems odd for Ford considering they have a good track record with their reliability. I definitely need to do more research before I pull the trigger on one of those newer models then
Affinity when you get new wheels and tires the gap becomes a lot more noticeable, therefore lowering springs will be a must! Also depending on how low you go there is hardly a difference in ride quality
Affinity it’s not about the size of the rim it matters on the width of the tire. You’ll see the gap between the tire and fender will be huge once you put the new wheels
Well they look the same since the wheels I put on are the same dimensions. I will say S550s do look better lowered a little bit than factory height but factory height is still much better than previous Mustangs and not a must fix item. Stock suspension is way too floaty, so I'm going with adjustable coilovers. I still stand by lowering springs ruining the ride quality.
Well guys you both are misunderstood, I have a 3v and I have learned a lesson. I'm not going to be throwing more money into the engine. I'm going to keep the car though. Because it's rare. I do want a stock coyote. 11-14 is my favorite lol
Boosted Media Channel learned what lesson? Also how am I misunderstood? Stage 3 comp cams done properly (Dyno tuned) will get you good power gains with coyotes. Even 2015 and up
I won't be doing an expansive shifter like that maybe when the clutch goes.. But for now all you really need is the STeeda Shifter, Steeda Bracket, And Steeda Trans Insert.. I haven't missed a gear or ever been locked out with stock set up.. I take her to Red 1st 2cd, 3rd, and 4th with zero issues.. But maybe I am lucky..
09 GT: -Pypebomb SFM60MS -JR121890MG2574BZ rims with Hankook Ventus evo 2 -custom made halo ring COB fog light +100W LED with lens & water cooling -custom made interior, steering wheel, middle panel -5th modification will be the hifi (Kenwood KMM-BT303 +Soundstream RN5.2000D... can't use the original navi in Europe)
So I just need to drop my transmission to do the shifter, then drop my IRS to do my rear springs, and then purchase a spring compressor for the front spring replacement! Nice! Great suggestions!
Got my 16 gt premium back In feb with only 12k miles on it and with the factory 36 month bumper to bumper which ends in mid 2019 and also with the extended 7 year power train warranty and it's a certified car "which lets me honest I'm sure they don't check all 150 components like they claim" but got it for only 28k out the door. A year and a half ago it went for 45k. The 18's coming out loaded the dealers up with used stangs and I took advantage of this being I hate the 18's front end and also being ford resale value fucking suuuuucksssss.. the dealer tried so hard to get me into a 18 but I had my mind made up and I knew for sure a 18 was not for me! Got everything I wanted down to the heating and cooling seats and a added bonus with the car it came with a full borla exhaust that ford installed also from the previous owner. I stole this car and I'm damn proud of it!
I just bought a 2015 mustang gt. Can I take my gt to you guys and pay you for all the mods mentioned and done on this episode? Thanks for the video, gave you thumbs up.
Wow, firstly you look amazing and I love that you have a mustang and know so much about them! I am hopefully picking a 2017 S550 up on Saturday, it’s had eibach lowering springs, roushe axle back and cold air intake. Think it has had a remap but not sure. They only make 416 or 421ps stock in the UK but we do have 95 RON fuel as standard with 99 RON readily available so guess there’s a bit of scope with ODB2 tuning? Thanks, great video - do you still have yours?
I'm a suspension junkie and can't imagine starting off with just springs. If I had a S550 I would be interested in the RTR tactical suspension coilovers system adding front and rear Sway Bars. I'd be done with my suspension after that lol
I would never drop my car any lower... If anything I would want a Taller Tire in the Back... I just want a shorter shifter and the Steeda Bracket and insert for the trans mounts and shifter. But my very first mod was the Steeda spring.. It makes clutch feel nice...
I just bought a 16 that someone put a custom exhaust on it has borla exhaust and I believe that has been decatted and also no resonators so my first order of business will be straightening out the exhaust system on it I really like cervini side exhaust system but $2,000 is a little Rich for my blood even though I really really like it
All that and they missed the easiest mod (and possibly most useful if you actually work on your car.) Look at 7:20 How about replacing that damn hood rod with pneumatic struts? Easy. Looks much better and useful. I still don't know why Ford doesn't at least offer that as an option. I think it should be standard. Who out there is going to say they prefer the hood rod?
Not a deal killer... struts or prop rod really don't matter - unless you are one of these guys who go to the drive-in then open the hood to show off all the "shiny things" installed on the car. Its not like you got dual 4brl carburetors or running 4 Weber 48's (not a good idea anyway - unless you are going "retro", are just trying to be different ...... fuel injector are not that flashy. These new engines all look the same... unless you put on a Super Charger. or turbos.
So a few things, 1.) one of the supplied nuts stripped when putting on very gently with a ratchet, had to use one of the old bolts, looked identical, so is that OK? 2.) I had MORE amount of thread sticking out to bolt this too on the passages side, then driver, and yea both sides have the brace going to fire wall, should their be more thread sticking up on one side then the other? What are those treads from anyway? I know the other three behind what the brace bolts to see the strut…
Congrats, Cory! You can do a bunch of stuff to those 2.3L engines to get some extra power and a better driving experience out of them! Check out the following video if you need a little inspiration. 😁 -Zach th-cam.com/video/8Lo94AWJ3jM/w-d-xo.html
Great review, if not a bit GT centric. Now, before the haters arrive to rain on my parade - do you have any specific product mod suggestions for a 2018 Ecoboost?
I agree with intake, exhaust and tune, but instead of lowering and the shifter I'd go with gears, either 3.55 or 3.73 for a little more urgency off the line, and then maybe an H-pipe resonator delete. I really want the old school muscle car sound, not higher pitched raspy X-pipe noise.
I would like to request started mods for your Ecoboost mustang 2015-2018, I know some of the mods can be applied to the 2.3T but I would like something specific to it, thanks!
I would recommend looking into any local performance or tuning shops around you. Some small family garages may be okay installing performance parts as well, but I would stick to somewhere that specializes in aftermarket builds or performance cars at the very least. -Zach
Thanks for the fast response Zach! Long time customer of American Muscle and always appreciate the great prices and parts for my 14' GT and my 93' 5.0 coupe.
Lowering springs w/o any suggestion of installing matching dampers? That does not sound smart at all. Installing springs alone will put the stock dampers (shocks and struts) in a location of their stroke (probably the stiffest part of the dampers' strokes) that the Ford engineers did not intend. It will definitely adversely affect the car's handling -- especially at lower speeds. I'm guessing that thing will be skating and chattering all over the place on the road if matching dampers are not installed. Am I wrong?
Call I would like to see the numbers on the 2018 mustang performance pack one with a D pipe and possibly cold air intake if there’s one available even for the 2018 at this point.
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AmericanMuscle.com you should tell people if the mods void the warranty ..
AmericanMuscle.com which all the upgrades how much should we be putting out
Why is the dino numbers saying 340 when a stock gt comes with 435 hp
I don’t even know what I am doing here I don’t even own a Mustang GT
Same
Maybe you will. I got my s550 GT in 2016 brand new. Coolest experience ever sitting in it for the first time and starting it. I love my car. She isn't perfect but I love her just as much. I recommend getting one. You won't regret it :)
😛
Funny
I got a v6 but still love it
Ok, I have owned a S550 for a couple years now and this are my suggestions from my experience. Just for reference I have a 2017 Mustang GT with the performance pack with the manual transmission. The first mod I would recommend would be a clutch pedal spring. Steeda's spring really helped with the feel of the clutch for all you manual trans owners out there. Owning the car for years and still having no feel on when the clutch was engaging was irritating to say the least. I know its cheap and seems stupid but trust me, if you want to feel the car and how it drives it is a must have. Your talking under 30 dollars folks. Next would be the rear independent suspension and wheel hop. Before you start adding power you want to get the power it already has to the ground right? 430 HP and 400 Ib ft of torque are respective in there own right. There are two mods I recommend for this: first, the Steeda IRS rear subframe braces and Aluminum Delrin Bushing vertical links. I have not noticed any decrease in ride quality or NVH with the performance pack. But the difference in rear end handling is like night and day. The rear end of the car seem firmly planted and it feels more secure and solid during hard launches. It eliminated the wheel hop for me. Now you can start adding power, and that is at your discretion. Just know you may want stickier tires, and depending on the power your pushing you may have to upgrade the driveshaft and halfshafts.
Is that basically the stop the hop kit from lethal performance?
@@tavlogs5015 Not familiar with that but research it and decide for yourself.
The first thing I upgraded on my 2015 GT PP bought used in April were the LED lights by Diode Dynamics including sequential front turn signals with DRL feature, sequencer for the tail lights, LED side markers and LED interior lights. Yesterday I finished installing the Steeda Stop the Hop Kit - differential bushings, rear vertical links, bushing support system, rear subframe support braces and alignment kit. I really recommend this first of all. Wheel hop is gone and the shifter feels a lot better now. With that said the Barton is getting prepped for the install. Do the Wheel Hop Kit first, it's a must!!!
I'm very new to cars. Bought my 2015 GT 50th Yr last year $28K 18K miles. First things i did were ceramic coat, replace tires, & tint windows. From mod standpoint, Catback/springs are a must. Sway bars I heard different. CAI I'm debating since I live in CA and need CARB EO. Next is chin, spoiler, side skirts, door scoops. I also put on caliper covers.
Why am I watching this? I don't even own a car
Yess
I will sell you one lol. 2004 RSX Type S 225whp and a 1990 supra turbo fully modded 345whp
Aaron P how much sir
So that when you get a car you don’t do stupid upgrades and noob mistakes :3
I own a 2017 GT and don't waste your money on the cold air intake. The factory airbox has enough airflow. Get the K&N filter with the new inlet tube. Forgot the part number, but its enough to make a difference. Then get rid of the resonator and get a h or x pipe, depending on what your trying to do with your car. Think of it this way, h-pipe = better low end torque and HP, x-pipe better high end torque and HP. When you get that then get the rear stabilizer links to reduce the wheel hop. Then get the tune on the engine computer and enjoy.
I put a jlt cai in my 2015 with a tune big difference
I just ordered and received a K&N filter for my 2017 GT one week ago, I can confirm that it’s the best thing you can do, even if you’re like me and have a 5-year warranty and don’t want to mod the car heavily.... yet
Best mod for any Mustang (or any sports car) is the driver mod. Track time with an instructor.
I have an 07 gt..... I'm only here for Steph 😍
i can’t wait to get my first 5.0 this august! i am so pumped
We're pumped for you too! Enjoy it, bud! -Zach
You got it yet mate?
I might get a 2014 v8 or 2016 v6 still confused lol
In January
Ravjit Kaur Sodhi get a 2015 v8 🤔😂
@@ravjitkaursodhi3018 do not get yhr v6....it is a decent performance car and can be made quick fairly easily but the visceral experience alone with the v8 is worth the price of admission lol. Def get the older v8 in that case but id recommend a 2015 and up v8
I got a '16 GT PP with new rims n tires, only 24k miles...still smells new..has long tube headers, x-pipe n stock mufflers, and a tune...I got flowmasters n k&n filter. Man I love driving this thing, still smells new n looks great!
Upgraded from a eco to 2017 gt can’t wait to start modding!
Congrats on the four extra cylinders! Enjoy the new ride! -Zach
Me too!!
I first have to buy a mustang...the last one I had was a 94, I loved it. Great video! You know more than 75% of the tubers I see.
I got a 96 gt, but I want an s550 gt so bad man
i put a catch can and a pair of twettybird mudflaps, gained 58hp.
Is that to the wheel? Or to the crank? I'm jealous! 😉 -Zach
That gap thoooo
Cringe.
What her teeth? Didnt notice.
White floor doesn't hurt.
Built in ac
Gape?
I love seeing her car, it makes what is said that much better because she uses these mods.
Good to know i'm not far off when thinking Exhaust, Tires, Cold Air Intake, and Tune should be the first mods I do to my Mustang once I get it! Thanks for sharing this information with us!
Thanks for watching and the nice comment! We appreciate it! -Zach
The MGW shifter is $100 cheaper and works way better IMO. The feel of the MGW is amazing and I never miss a shift after the upgrade.
It’s all about the performance. Mo Horsepower 🐴 bought the MGW shifter and the weighted Raceng knob. Sooooo very happy.
Is this the chick that put a carbon fiber drive shaft on her boosted car? Lol
Kayla Guthrie sure is lol
The stock Mustang has a cold air intake, and it does flow very well. And actually, you can get more flow through a flat-face air filter element than through a conical one. I can see some benefit from tuning the engine to suit the climate the engine will be operating in, but that's about it.
Crazy my car looks just like that car just with gold stripes
Nice list. But, for me, I went with Corsa Xtreme cat-back. Suit case has got to go! Couldn't agree more with the shifter. It is one of my next modifications. Great video! Thanks.
Did you ever get the Barton shifter? How is it?
I’d sacrifice all of the other mods for a set of long tube headers.
Borla ATAK catback all day
dabz yes sir that’s on my car !
Hmm Might have to try those 🤔
Dominic Farace I have a Borla Atak for my charger rt and it’s a life changer
Matt Hansen I have a charger 392 now and just did a mid muffler delete sounds pretty good I bet the borla sounds amazing
My son did resonator delete an straight pipped to the Borla Attack
I’m surprise a resonator delete isn’t in this started video
Don't lower the car move to 19'' to 20'' rims & tires ! Go with the Borla ATAK- 3'' cat back , then a 3.0 JLT oil catch cam for sure. I like this air-filter- The Saleen S302 High Flow Filter (15-18 GT) Dry filter !
My car has the stock 19” performance pack wheels and I still lowered it
My picks for a 2017 GT with Performance Pack option.
1: Tail light sequencers (Just plain must have mustang coolness)
2: LED interior and reverse lights (I can actually see now)
3: Ford-Borla Cat-Back exhaust*
4: Ford Performance Pack #2 (Cold Ait Intake, GT350 Throtle Body and new program tune)*
5: Aluminum Rear Window Louvers (A real head turning upgrade)
6: Hood Gas Struts (Convenience)
7: Ford Performance Oil-Air Separator (Performance and looks)
* Added #3 and 4 together and upgraded the tune. Noticable power increase. This upgrade was worth every penny two times over. Can now idle on the freeway at 80mph and get 30mpg! Better mpg than my daughters EcoSport, my son's V6 Mustang or my Girlfriends Escape. Of course the mpgs disappear when you use the new found performance.
Next.
1: Shifter Kit
2: Suspension. Jack Rails, Frame Braces
Have a 2020 Shelby GT500 Golden Ticket on order so I won't be needing to add a blower to this list. Besides my built 800hp 1992 Mustang convertible has 28 pounds of boost so the 2017 will be my ecconomy around town daily driver.
Clean and simple! Great top picks! Definitely can't go wrong with anything on that list. -Zach
Cries in Australian, they don't let us have any fun
She knows more than most guys out there 🤣🏁
Charles Thomson shit gets annoying tbh after a while (driving manual)
sosa kun true i got an auto and im in love
Charles Thomson relax dude
AngelFTW lol fr I’ll gap him in my auto while sippin a sweet tea. Plus mt-82 is crap.
Rob Quin24 😂😂😂
I can't tell what's hotter the cars or the smoke show host, amazing!!
From experience save your money on an aftermarket cold air intake. The stock one is just as good, just drop in a K&N air filter and you're set.
especially for that price
So the tuner worked well with the stock setup?...hmmm...that's good to know.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Crap product.
@Cabby 1979 freight trains take off more slowly than probably anything else in the world, might want to think of something else lol
A couple months ago, I was at the parts counter at the Ford dealership where I bought my Mustang. One of the parts guys said that some Mustang owner leaned out his engine so much with an air intake mod, that he burned his entire engine out.
Stephanie you're looking mighty fine today!
Adem Hasanovic dem glasses
Adem Hasanovic agreed🔥👌
I would agree , nice body she has .
Omg who else thought about bagging her on top of the hood of the black mustang !!!!
@@VictorSantos-jt8be fr🤣
The cracks on the kooks exhaust is just 🤤🤤
Oh all you need is a spring compressor? Because everyone has one of those right? And dropping the subframe on a car with a 3 inch ground clearance isnt bad? Yeah not to you with a full service shop with a lift in the background 😂
NEW SHORT SHIFTER THAT GOES TO THE TRANS AND SPRINGS AN BOX GLASS INTAKE AND EXHAST
I got axle-back borla atak, trust me. It sounds really really nice, go ahead and try it guys
Wish Ford offered an upgrade option for the manual transmission to give you the Tremec transmission from the Shelby GT350. The MT82 is by far the thing I hate the most in my 16 Stang. Even after installing the Barton Shifter which I have, it still doesn't feel near as good as a true Tremec transmission.
Meh, I like the MT82 over the TR6060...
It's not awful but it can feel like rowing a stick through gravel at times.
Thanks! Now I just have to get my new 15-17 Mustang... :’(
The newer Mustangs have plastic oil pans and drain plugs.
@@AStanton1966 Really? you're talking about the S550?
Yes. Ford also puts some on their pick ups and their new spanky $58,000 Explorer ST's with 400HP. I spoke with a Ford parts counter guy and he hinted that they are getting problems with these plastic pans.
@@AStanton1966 Well damn, I certainly don't like the sound of that. Now I am hesitant to shell out for a newer Mustang... Seems odd for Ford considering they have a good track record with their reliability. I definitely need to do more research before I pull the trigger on one of those newer models then
I wanted to upgrade to a Mustang GT. However, with the plastic pans, I began to look at the Dodge Charger and Challenger. They still use metal.
I went with the JLT catch can and the SR Performance muffler delete on my 2017 PP GT. 🤓🇺🇸😁
The s550 wheel gap is pretty minimal from the factory unlike s197. Skip the lowering springs unless you want bad ride quality.
Affinity when you get new wheels and tires the gap becomes a lot more noticeable, therefore lowering springs will be a must! Also depending on how low you go there is hardly a difference in ride quality
I'm putting new wheels on today. I have 19" PP wheels and staying at 19".
I agree, mines stock and people think it’s Lowered
Affinity it’s not about the size of the rim it matters on the width of the tire. You’ll see the gap between the tire and fender will be huge once you put the new wheels
Well they look the same since the wheels I put on are the same dimensions. I will say S550s do look better lowered a little bit than factory height but factory height is still much better than previous Mustangs and not a must fix item. Stock suspension is way too floaty, so I'm going with adjustable coilovers. I still stand by lowering springs ruining the ride quality.
I couldn't agree with you more about the air intake as if you have an open element you're only bringing hot air into the engine
I have an s197 but I stayed here for the gorgeous Stephanie of course
I got a 2019 but Imma stay tuned
R3 Gaming Production lucky
Mine just came out of the shop with a custom tune and had camshafts installed. I will pick the car up tomorrow.
Boosted Media Channel what you install camshaft for ? Tf
KINGKJ2REAL uhhh. Power duh
GetShrektMrKrabs for the money cams do almost nothing for the new 5.0s
Well guys you both are misunderstood, I have a 3v and I have learned a lesson. I'm not going to be throwing more money into the engine. I'm going to keep the car though. Because it's rare. I do want a stock coyote. 11-14 is my favorite lol
Boosted Media Channel learned what lesson? Also how am I misunderstood? Stage 3 comp cams done properly (Dyno tuned) will get you good power gains with coyotes. Even 2015 and up
I won't be doing an expansive shifter like that maybe when the clutch goes.. But for now all you really need is the STeeda Shifter, Steeda Bracket, And Steeda Trans Insert.. I haven't missed a gear or ever been locked out with stock set up.. I take her to Red 1st 2cd, 3rd, and 4th with zero issues.. But maybe I am lucky..
Excellent suggestions. I’m in the market for my first Mustang and this helped with my research.
Awesome video! Liked!
09 GT:
-Pypebomb SFM60MS
-JR121890MG2574BZ rims with Hankook Ventus evo 2
-custom made halo ring COB fog light +100W LED with lens & water cooling
-custom made interior, steering wheel, middle panel
-5th modification will be the hifi (Kenwood KMM-BT303 +Soundstream RN5.2000D... can't use the original navi in Europe)
So I just need to drop my transmission to do the shifter, then drop my IRS to do my rear springs, and then purchase a spring compressor for the front spring replacement! Nice! Great suggestions!
All major auto parts stores will loan you a spring compressor for a deposit and give it back to you when you bring it back. I've done this many times.
Do a video for Ecoboost mustangs too
Cool
We think so too! Thanks for watching! -Zach
I love this. Can’t wait to get my 17 mustang gt CS this May. First thing probably gonna be a cold air intake & tune
Maaaaaaan the light between her is killing me
Gap action
Just got a 16 gt 5.0 gonna need some springs and flo masters
The first spring you should change is the clutch assist spring. Gives you 5 times more feel for the clutch.
Got my 16 gt premium back In feb with only 12k miles on it and with the factory 36 month bumper to bumper which ends in mid 2019 and also with the extended 7 year power train warranty and it's a certified car "which lets me honest I'm sure they don't check all 150 components like they claim" but got it for only 28k out the door. A year and a half ago it went for 45k. The 18's coming out loaded the dealers up with used stangs and I took advantage of this being I hate the 18's front end and also being ford resale value fucking suuuuucksssss.. the dealer tried so hard to get me into a 18 but I had my mind made up and I knew for sure a 18 was not for me! Got everything I wanted down to the heating and cooling seats and a added bonus with the car it came with a full borla exhaust that ford installed also from the previous owner. I stole this car and I'm damn proud of it!
I owned a 1998 Mustang but I really want a 2015
Man you are looking good stephanie.
I just bought a 2015 mustang gt. Can I take my gt to you guys and pay you for all the mods mentioned and done on this episode? Thanks for the video, gave you thumbs up.
Brilliant video
Wow, firstly you look amazing and I love that you have a mustang and know so much about them! I am hopefully picking a 2017 S550 up on Saturday, it’s had eibach lowering springs, roushe axle back and cold air intake. Think it has had a remap but not sure. They only make 416 or 421ps stock in the UK but we do have 95 RON fuel as standard with 99 RON readily available so guess there’s a bit of scope with ODB2 tuning? Thanks, great video - do you still have yours?
I'm a suspension junkie and can't imagine starting off with just springs. If I had a S550 I would be interested in the RTR tactical suspension coilovers system adding front and rear Sway Bars. I'd be done with my suspension after that lol
I have a 2017 V6 Fastback and I love it. About the only thing I would change is the shocks to soften the ride a little bit.
I put a Borla cat-back touring on mine based on a recommendation from a mechanic at a Ford dealership. It seemed to make the engine come alive.
I miss my 2015 3.7 thing was fast
I would never drop my car any lower... If anything I would want a Taller Tire in the Back... I just want a shorter shifter and the Steeda Bracket and insert for the trans mounts and shifter. But my very first mod was the Steeda spring.. It makes clutch feel nice...
at 11:39 I finally realized there were 2 cars in the background
BARTON HYBRID 3 short throw shifter is the #1 best upgrade for a manual S550.
I would start with modifying stephanie's ADDRESS to match mine. 👍.
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Thanks for looking out
Supercharger and tune 😎
Enjoyed watching your video. Nice job!
Great video
Thanks for watching! -Zach
I just bought a 16 that someone put a custom exhaust on it has borla exhaust and I believe that has been decatted and also no resonators so my first order of business will be straightening out the exhaust system on it I really like cervini side exhaust system but $2,000 is a little Rich for my blood even though I really really like it
super cute with glasses
If she comes with it, I am totally in :) haahah
love your videos!
Thanks, we are glad you enjoy them! - Stephanie
All that and they missed the easiest mod (and possibly most useful if you actually work on your car.) Look at 7:20 How about replacing that damn hood rod with pneumatic struts? Easy. Looks much better and useful. I still don't know why Ford doesn't at least offer that as an option. I think it should be standard. Who out there is going to say they prefer the hood rod?
Not a deal killer... struts or prop rod really don't matter - unless you are one of these guys who go to the drive-in then open the hood to show off all the "shiny things" installed on the car.
Its not like you got dual 4brl carburetors or running 4 Weber 48's (not a good idea anyway - unless you are going "retro", are just trying to be different ...... fuel injector are not that flashy. These new engines all look the same... unless you put on a Super Charger. or turbos.
Automatic shifts waaaay faster and is much faster in the 1/4th. Leave the stock mufflers, do a real tune and cut off the cats. 300 bucks and 45 rwhp.
I love mustang
So a few things, 1.) one of the supplied nuts stripped when putting on very gently with a ratchet, had to use one of the old bolts, looked identical, so is that OK? 2.) I had MORE amount of thread sticking out to bolt this too on the passages side, then driver, and yea both sides have the brace going to fire wall, should their be more thread sticking up on one side then the other? What are those treads from anyway? I know the other three behind what the brace bolts to see the strut…
Just got a standard EcoBoost as my first sport/muscle car
Congrats, Cory! You can do a bunch of stuff to those 2.3L engines to get some extra power and a better driving experience out of them! Check out the following video if you need a little inspiration. 😁 -Zach
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@@americanmuscle thanks it definitely gave me some ideas but I will need to drive it more before I upgrade it
That C&L CAI looks nice!
Hopefully will be getting at 16-19 GT within the next few months
Hope you ending up snagging one, Joey! Thanks for watching! -Zach
Great review, if not a bit GT centric. Now, before the haters arrive to rain on my parade - do you have any specific product mod suggestions for a 2018 Ecoboost?
Same mod list actually. Intake ,tune, exhaust, springs . Tune at the top for EcoBoost
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@@slanginandbangingtactical1829 😂😂😂😂
John Paul like I said in my comment, predictable...
I agree with intake, exhaust and tune, but instead of lowering and the shifter I'd go with gears, either 3.55 or 3.73 for a little more urgency off the line, and then maybe an H-pipe resonator delete. I really want the old school muscle car sound, not higher pitched raspy X-pipe noise.
An H-pipe would definitely give you that classic muscle-car tone! Gears would definitely be a good choice to swap in there. -Zach
Ill stick with my 2014 GT, it looks more mustang than the later 2015+ models.
stop lying to yourself s550 is the superior race
Is this the shifter you were using when you blew your trans up??
WOW i'm watching and don't even have a Drivers License (suspended)...thank goodness for Librarian Glasses and Stretchy Jeans....love the Tat!!
A Must have Must ang
First mod should be the stamped steel Ford Performance strut tower brace. Imho
First part I need is a 10 speed automatic, god damn I would get beat down the track by a Focus ST I'm struggling with the MT82 so hard.
I would like to request started mods for your Ecoboost mustang 2015-2018, I know some of the mods can be applied to the 2.3T but I would like something specific to it, thanks!
The Ecoboost Mustang is basically a modern day Mustang SVO.
What did you get to replace your exploded Carbon Fiber Driveshaft? Aluminum or another CF?
She got a replacement cabon driveshaft, you can go to TheDudeinBlue, he did a review on her car and she talked about it.
@@WhoThisGuy515 guess shes a glutton for punishment..
does the Barton shifter eliminate all the MT82 problems (ie shift fork breakage)?
Any warranties I should worry about?
mind the gap
Where did you get that steering wheel?
Mods are great and I have the money but I can only do so much so where do you get mods done?
I would recommend looking into any local performance or tuning shops around you. Some small family garages may be okay installing performance parts as well, but I would stick to somewhere that specializes in aftermarket builds or performance cars at the very least. -Zach
Thanks for the fast response Zach! Long time customer of American Muscle and always appreciate the great prices and parts for my 14' GT and my 93' 5.0 coupe.
How does that 5.0 on the dyno with mods only make 390hp, stock is 430 for the 5.0 of that year
Considering drivetrain friction loss it's not that bad. If loss is around 20%, that's about 465hp at the crank.
The dyno measures hp at the wheels, but the manufacturers always give you hp at the crankshaft. There are losses in the drivetrain.
First 5 mods
1. Forced induction
2. Airlift
3. MMR shortblock
4. CF driveshaft and 1400 axles
5. Magnum XL trans
Andrew Baker nothing you have or could even afford dumbass
MrTorpeto lol. Troll
Lowering springs w/o any suggestion of installing matching dampers? That does not sound smart at all. Installing springs alone will put the stock dampers (shocks and struts) in a location of their stroke (probably the stiffest part of the dampers' strokes) that the Ford engineers did not intend. It will definitely adversely affect the car's handling -- especially at lower speeds. I'm guessing that thing will be skating and chattering all over the place on the road if matching dampers are not installed. Am I wrong?
Call I would like to see the numbers on the 2018 mustang performance pack one with a D pipe and possibly cold air intake if there’s one available even for the 2018 at this point.
I have a V6 for now.