Simple reasons to go with a V6 over the V8: - Better gas milage (good for long racing or road trips) - Lighter, especially over the front end, which results in better weight distribution. This makes it better for racetrack (non-drag) builds - A lot Cheaper to buy - Cheaper to run - More reliable Simple reasons to go with the V8: - Better soundtrack - More torque - More power - Style points - Murica There are pros and cons to each.
Going from a 4 cylinder Jetta to a stock 07' V6 is crazy fast to me. Only thing I miss about my Jetta is the little bit a gas it sipped. My Mustang is thirsty but it's so worth it. I love my Mustang so much. I did my first burn out a week ago and felt so bad ass. I'm a Mustang owner for life now.
TheAaronmcmahon11 interesting. I like a mustang too. Even v6 ones. But on the other hand the Jetta gli I had with a stage 2 tune at 22 psi would eat these v6s for dinner.
@@joes.7536 Lmao, even a new 2019 Jetta GLI wouldn't stand up to a fifth generation V6 Mustang. I know it's probably hard for you but try not to be stupid.
I love all the v6 hater comments. At the end of the day there's 3 people here: 1) people that have v6's and looking for something for THEIR car. 2) people who like mustangs in general to see what's out there for the market. 3) haters The 3rd group can go jump off the cliff cause your not helping anyone other than flaming people and starting crap to make you feel more secure about your insecure life driving a Honda.
I had an '03 Sunfire my mom gave me when I got my license. Took a year off from college to save up for and buy an '05 V6 Mustang a few months back. Driving it around is one of the most satisfying things I've ever experienced. People can bash the V6 Mustangs all they want, but they're still fun as hell to drive, and they're still pretty quick.
Absolutely, I got a 05 V6 as my first car and I love it, it's not v8 fast but i can still throw it around corners, and do donuts. Not going to lie, I'm pretty rough with.
Those v6 cars are kool they are zippy and fun I have driven a v6 stock 2008 100 miles an hour at 3 rpm tops out at 6 500 rpm I think and it's got 120 on the top end fast for a v6 don't hate congratulate.. we are all car guys and girls
This gives v6 owners like myself hope lol u guys shuld do videos with LT header mid pipe combos. And im 19 learning all i can so comment on this if anyone has any advice for a fellow ford lover! Much appreciated!!
Nice build.. Yea 4.0's don't have the monster HP #'s but I think the v6 is pretty nice.. Ive driven a bunch of the 4.0 stangs and yea they aren't a v8 but with THE RIGHT mods can be made to be ballsy car.. All the mods done in the vid were a pretty good picks but heres what I would have changed.. I would have gone all steada stuff,upper and lower control arms,third link and brace,X5 ball joints,ultralight hood,ultralight springs,s&s and their stock upgrade brake kit and some SS brake lines and wouldn't have picked the Pypes m80 exhaust because in some states its not legal to have a strait thru muffler but replaced it with a Dynomax chambered or VT dual conversion to get rid of the exhaust drone when cruising and they are both 50 state legal or stuck with a single out replacement muffler to get the sound and a little better flow.I would like to see the tune on a stock engine with CAI,Throttle body,shorty headers,demon ignition and wires on a single exhaust to see if the HP to money ratio is worth it...Think about it the extra weight of a dual exhaust system on a 4.0..something to think about! . My one beef with the 4.10 is yea they can pull better but they get much higher RPM on the highway.. I would have kept the stock gearing or gone with a 3.42 rear gear and spent a bit on some shorty headers and a throttle body so that lower to mid rpm pull is nicer since the cars TQ is catered for idle to 4k and it needs a bit less gear to pull in its sweet spot or get a used 8.8 with 3.31..another rear end option since the 8.8 comes with better axles and have a trac-loc diff..The enemy of the 4.0 is adding weight to it so the power to weight ration is key..yes it looks cool to add 20 inch wheels and huge tires but theres a few things t think about if ya want driveablity and a performance boost and this thinking goes for v8 stangs too..
TheDman216 teach me your knowledge car god, I bearly know how to do a tune up on my car but am always looking into more modifications other than just fixing stock parts or replacing it with other stock parts! #TheMoreYouKnow
Old as hell but im gonna respond anyway, back when i had one of these i went with 3.73 gearing to not be constantly at higher RPMS while on the highway. They arent that much slower while being more practical for the street and no way around it this is a street car for the most part despite how many times i took mine on track days
Just got my bama 93 tune on my 07 v6. Its got ported intake throttle body performance distributors coil pack 10 mm wires and roush intake. the v6 hate is stupid fr. Enjoy your ride love mine
My 2005 Ranger 4.0 has the Performance Distributor coil pack, with their wires, K&N CAI, Gibson cat-back. If I keep it floored on on-ramp it throws an over rev code. They said it has a higher dwell time built in the Foxbody 5.0 TFI, I didn't ask if the pack has it built in. A quick swap back and it doesn't do it. I ordered it with 3.55 posi rear gear.
I just bought a 06 mustang v6. The guy I bought it from did not know much about the history on the car. I am in my sixties and have had a few hot rods in my day. And some damn fast motorcycles. So I knew this car felt fast. The car has a cold air intake, dual exhaust and a bama tuner on it. That is all I know of. How ever my cousin just bought a brand new 2019 ford mustang gt and I outran him quarter mile and top end. He is furious lol. I wonder what else has been done to this car. I am planning to get official numbers at a local drag strip soon. By the way this is the first Ford I have ever owned and it is making me smile everytime I drive it. Reminds me of the good old days. It really sounds more like a v8 than a v6 with the dual exhaust. Most v6's sound like a mad bee in a can or worst. Best thing also I paid under two thousand dollars for it. Everything works on the car including the a/c. Only thing it needs is a paint job. It is faded and clear coat peeling.
I just bought an 09 V6, they're a very good deal right now. It does feel like it's missing a little something, but im definitely not trying to make V8 power, if i was i would have bought a GT. I do plan on an exhaust and a cold air intake, which this video helped me to decide which to go with. They're great cars, and i think with just a bit of an HP bump, the one i bought is going to be perfect
I got a V6 and love it, and with mods i CAN beat my buddies 5.0, unfortunately, his car is just as open to mods as mine, so once he added his gears, and tune etc, he stomped me all over again. So though true it's a lovely car, in the long run beating a modded 5.0 may just not be there, however a stock 5.0 all day long. Mustang is a mustang, if you complain about people driving a 3.7L v6, then go hate on hondas, and toyotas and the likes It's not just removing 2 cylinders, it's new age technology, back in the old days, 8 cylinders were pushing 100hp and that was impressive, now we have 4 cylinders pushing out over 500 at the crank, so don't judge just by the amount of cylinders in the car, judge by the technology of the engine, and how much more efficient it is
I have an 01 ranger with the 4.0 v6, I agree, I actually have done all of these mods except the last, and the traction bars, I have to say..it has good power for an engine designed back in the 60's, especially with the akward jack shaft combination these things have
These upgrades may give the sixer a foghting chance against a v8 out of the hole, but after that the race belongs to the v8. Wish you guys had a heads up race against a stock GT, but nice vid none the less!
I just wish more people understood that the V6 “muscle” cars are really sports cars, with a lighter and more fuel efficient engine to help with longer drives and actually being able to take it to a track or something, compared to the V8’s which are made basically to throw you back in your seat and rip the 1/4 mile.
James, now that would be an experience! Can't even imagine what the NOS would do for that V6. But who knows what we have up our sleeves here at AM.... stay tuned ;) - Matt
That exhaust needs a cutout so it's not lopsided coming out the back of the car. Just a suggestion. My '05 v6 has a dual exhaust from Ford Racing that I got on AM. Came with cutout templates and covers and it's not lopsided. Looks great.
Hey guys, I just wanted to say thanks for the great video! I'm 18, and I recently acquired a fullstock '05 with an auto trans as my second car, but I'm already looking to upgrade it, and your video set me well on my way!
Congratulations on getting your new Mustang, that's so exciting! If there are any questions you have about modifying it, we are here to help! :) -Elaina
as stereotypical as it may sound, i say go with an intake first. i don't really know what you're working with but that's generally what most people do. i myself saved up my money and got a BBK intake and Pypes true dual exhaust system together. both added a lot of sound and some power. the only thing i would do differently is not get the Pypes and go with something else. at first i liked it because it dramatically woke up my 4.0 but it had high drone. i was younger at the time and i thought it was cool but now that i'm older its pretty damn annoying. i'm currently looking for solutions to bring down the drone to a tolerable level before resorting to purchasing an entirely new system.
thesilentmordecai dang. Thanks for your opinion man! I will most likely do the air intake and then find a suitable exhaust that won't be too loud but louder than stock. Thanks again! btw is the v6 any better than the gt on gas? just curious
WatchMeRod no problem. yeah, just do your research and make sure that no one really complains about loud cabin noise/ drone from the exhaust system and you'll be good. as far as gas mileage goes there is a lot of different variables. i have an automatic V6 and i would say that i (or anyone for that matter) is probably the biggest variable. as long as you dont mash on it constantly you can get decent mileage. my mom also has an 05 GT mustange but hers is stick shift. even though she has 100hp more than me she gets just as good if not better because she droves carefully and its a manual so it just naturally more efficient. i know its not the best answer but its all i really have to go on. however i did notice a difference in fuel economy when i did those two upgrades. not an amazing amount but ill save what i can when i can. hope it helps and good luck with your mods.
did you guys swap the rear too or kept the stock 7.5 rear? I wanna put the lsd and 4.10 gears in my v6 but im unsure how much power that rear will handle. also no forced induction just bolt ons and a tune
When you consider this v6 comes with 210 hp and the 04 Gts only had 260 hp giving it any help would make it keep up with the older V8s. Looking to finally get another mustang and I'm really torn. The 05-10 body style is my favorite BY FAR but exhaust note is also important to me there is no better sounding engine than the 4.6 big price difference between the new edge and the 05+. You can get a new edge GT easily cheaper than an 05+ v6 model so i gotta decide what I want more a V8 or the body style I want. I don't race or speed but I light the tires from time to time and love a good loud exhaust. I'll probably end up going for an 05 v6 with a manual trans. Quick enough to be fun but nothing special and itll look good. Who knows.
Good point, but horsepower though important isn't everything, the right tune, the right gearing, and 200 horses is plenty for a nice quick responsive ride. You can trim time off a 0-60 just with the right tune and not add a lick of horsepower. No it will never be a gt500 but you know everyone doesn't need or want that kind of performance, unless your on the track you shouldn't need anything more than what this car offers anyways.
+Ramon Miranda Planning on going with a off road x pipe exhaust and swapping out the Pypes mufflers to megaflow xl cambered mufflers and putting loud mouth resonators on it.
Realist Adding Coils will not gain much power. In some cases we've seen 3-5 HP increases but nothing to write home about. Coils are designed for quicker, hotter and better spark. Hope this helps! -Dan
Coils do not add horsepower, they’re better for starting and smoother idle like the tuner said in the video. If you want power, go for long tube headers, performance axleback, and a nice bama tune. That got me easily 30+ HP with 93 octane.
are these good cars to abuse? I have a 2010 4.0 v6 I really want step on it but I also need it to last? or what mods will help it be more reliable for pulls
they should have kept going, optimize the coil pack with 10mm low resistance wires and high end projecting sparkplugs, the air raid TB spacer. i made 202rwhp in my V6 with litterally the exact same mods.
Kinda low numbers... Mine made 225rwhp 250rwtq with jlt c.a.i, 93 dyno tune, shorty headers, no cats, pypes m-80's mid mufflers, aluminum driveshaft, 8.8 rearend 4.10 gears. & there are plenty of 4.0 v6's out there in the 400-450rwhp range
I presume these numbers are wheel horse power figures? At the crank a V6 should be making 210. The only way to make big power gains in a V6 is with a Vortech supercharger bolt on kit. With engine mods and the bolt on, it's possible to get 350bhp approx from a V6. Would cost about $10k to do though.
+AmericanMuscle.com - Thanks for the quick response Justin. I really enjoyed the video. :-) Very informative. I presume with the mods, the car is likely making 230-240 at the crank? This is more than enough for most people tbh.
+Raymond Smith I hear you. A lot of people though might think it's too hard to actually try to do things their selves. That's why I upload videos on how to do things to the mustang. I want to make things easier for the next guy or girl. I didn't have the tools to put in my 4:10 with Lim Slip Diff, so I took it to my school's auto department and helped them do it as a class. I wasn't allowed to record that one though. Some teachers don't like that...
I'd like to know if its possible to get the 2006 V6 Mustang naturally up to 210 HP (without turbo or supercharge) like it was advertised when it was being sold. That would be nice.
dont the 2006 come with like 190 at the crank and 220 to the wheels? Ive got an 07 v6 ponypackage and i put out 250-260 to the wheels with slight mods. Stock i think it makes 240 to the wheels
Max Hardcore a jlt intake with a tune on the website give +30 HP and torque, plus a catback and headers which should be another 30-45 and getting a limited slip differential should put you past a gt since the car is 200 pounds lighter
@@timmiller1907 Bruh you have it all wrong, why would crank be less than wheel? And in what world is your v6 going to make 260 at the wheel with "slight mods"
We don't have any brick and motor storefronts unfortunately, everything is going to be online. But you're always more than welcome to shoot us an email or give a call if you need some guidance! -Zach
there's 2 different types of Pypes's exhaust systems, True Dual and Mid-Muffler, for the V6, but are they street legal, esp for California? On your website it doesn't stated this, can anyone comment on this subject from American Muscle and Public? Thanks.
What’s funny is I’ve ran my 05 mustang on a Dyno last fall and stock it got numbers around 200hp and about 230lft/bs of torque. Last month it got 240hp and 280ft/lbs of torque. It’s almost full bolt on as well. How did that mustang make so much less hp 😂. Yes a full bolt on an “05-09 V6 will give a v8 a run for its money” but not with 190hp 😂
Im not sure wich ones your talking about. I know someone with the new V6 and i have another buddy that has a older 2V 4.6 with PI heads and exhaust work and he walked the V6 by a wide margin. It might have 305 HP But if im not mistaken it has only 280 Torque. Torque is what wins races
I own an 2007 Mustang V-6 with 5 speed manual tranny. I have added an Airaid CAI with a custom tune and added 3.73 gears to the ass end. No it does not have the HP that a V-8 does, but it will get up and move fast enough for me, and besides I look good cruising in it : )
So there is this dude rygen on drag times had just hit high 8s on the drag strip with a 4.0 v6 mustang he usually hits high 10s. I was looking at his mods and his time slip very impressive i screen shot those lol
Jkaser...im putting mine on the dyno October 2...hope to get those kinda numbers...everything is the same but i don't have the 8.8 with 4:10's or driveshaft..not yet at least:D
This sounds like my v6 mustang it's had a lot more work done to it and it keeps up with a camaro that makes 375 so i make a lot more power but my exhaust is a lot louder and more v8 ish at idle and thumps really hard then it has the high pitch acceleration I love the sounds
@@Stormtrooper_sxt sold that car forever ago it was a v6 5th gen but my car was also just a nose away from my friends 79 with a 4 bolt main with an edelbrock top end kit
@@carsandquads7253 glad you got rid of it lol. Was doing dynos on my 05 gt and 2 dudes were also in doing an 07 4.0 and a 3.2l acura tl the stang made 193 on intake, headers and muffler. The acura had an intake, eBay headers and eBay mufflers and made 232. I made a good 291 on a stock 93 Bama tune. The stang guy left and saw him bout 2 months ago in a black acura tl lololol.
@@Stormtrooper_sxt my car had ported and polished heads too nothing special but a decent high school car I’ve also had like 8 5.0 foxbodies never had anything high horsepower but saving for a coyote right now and I just sold an 84 corvette that I was working on
The link to the 4:10 gears and the limited slip are no good... And the first mod is an exhaust but the link says its not applicable for the V6, yet I remind you this is a v6 power up video.
Arch Angel, first off love the Username. But I couldn't agree more! They sound absolutely amazing on the road. What type of exhaust do you have on your Mustang?? - Matt
Thanks! Have some videos on my channel. I have a '14 with BBK Ceramic LT's, BBK Off-road X-Pipe, and Pypes "Pype Bomb" Super System Catback Exhaust. Ridiculously loud hahaha.
The factory power rating is 210 hp at the crank. They show the baseline on the dyno is 173 hp at the rear wheels. That is because you have driveline loss. Then with the mods they had 189 hp at the rear wheels which would be equivalent to about 223 hp at the crank.
Thanks Guys I ask , as I am in England running a 06 Legend Lime 4,0 V6 Saleen clone, IE full body kit, 20 " Saleen chrome rims, The car at the moment has Full S/Steel Saleen style Performance Exhaust, also a Performance Accel Coil Pack Super EDIS , and Airaid cold air Filter , but running without a tune, So my next step is a tune, over here in the UK Unleaded Petrol or Gas , is 95 Ron, Super unleaded is 98 Ron. I think that is 91 93 US octane , but not 100% sure on that . Is it worth me also fitting the Throttle body Spacer, or is that just a gimmick . Many thanks AM great posts , Cheers Pete
Peter Bowler Sounds like you have a pretty nice setup! A throttle body spacer will definitely add some pep for you but it is not a night and day mod. I would recommend going with a Bama Performance custom tune next! -Will
in order for this to run with a v8 you would have to build it, cam it, and meth it...that pushes about 450hp. or you could throw a turbo on it and get even more power
For some reason ur car looked like had a way lower standerd horse power I heard these things properly. Can keep up with gts but why did u get so min amp boosts lol
It's the same chassis! Just need a new rear bumper with the exhaust hole cut out for the tip, or just use a template and cut it yourself. You'll probably want an exhaust shop to install it though, they'll need to make some extra exhaust hangers because you wont have one on both sides.
The numbers may look impressive, but in reality the car won't be noticeably faster (without the gear swap in the rear end). The gear change is what's making the most difference. I'm not trying to sound like I'm bashing the parts, because the truth is I'm guilty of adding pretty much all of the same bolt ons. The issue is cost per performance gained. Most of the parts cost in the $300 plus range and some are even more than that. They probably spent $1500 or more for that 22 hp gain, and that's not including the labor for those that don't turn a wrench. So by the time you've spent enough money to just be close to equal as a 5.0, you could have just bought a GT. and the aftermarket for a 5.0 is almost unrivaled.
you don't understand Americans. The V8s are popular because they're fast but also because of how they sound and drive. Instant power, no sitting around waiting for a turbo to spool up. Keep your I6
Simple reasons to go with a V6 over the V8:
- Better gas milage (good for long racing or road trips)
- Lighter, especially over the front end, which results in better weight distribution. This makes it better for racetrack (non-drag) builds
- A lot Cheaper to buy
- Cheaper to run
- More reliable
Simple reasons to go with the V8:
- Better soundtrack
- More torque
- More power
- Style points
- Murica
There are pros and cons to each.
Go with a V6 for a fun daily driver and a V8 for your weekend ride.
I went with the V6 for cheaper insurance. Made a huge difference.
More reliable? sure, sure
Did you know the miles per gallon between the 05-09 v6 and v8 is 1 so you should get the v8
Kade Augsburger unless you’re a high schooler. Insurance is too expensive on a v8
Going from a 4 cylinder Jetta to a stock 07' V6 is crazy fast to me. Only thing I miss about my Jetta is the little bit a gas it sipped. My Mustang is thirsty but it's so worth it. I love my Mustang so much. I did my first burn out a week ago and felt so bad ass. I'm a Mustang owner for life now.
+TheAaronmcmahon11 That's awesome Aaron! Let us know if you need anything, we'll be here for life also :) - Will
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TheAaronmcmahon11 interesting. I like a mustang too. Even v6 ones. But on the other hand the Jetta gli I had with a stage 2 tune at 22 psi would eat these v6s for dinner.
@@joes.7536 Lmao, even a new 2019 Jetta GLI wouldn't stand up to a fifth generation V6 Mustang. I know it's probably hard for you but try not to be stupid.
K G you’re dead wrong man... the 2.0 TSI is a quick car and a fantastic engine the gli makes way more power lol
I love all the v6 hater comments. At the end of the day there's 3 people here:
1) people that have v6's and looking for something for THEIR car.
2) people who like mustangs in general to see what's out there for the market.
3) haters
The 3rd group can go jump off the cliff cause your not helping anyone other than flaming people and starting crap to make you feel more secure about your insecure life driving a Honda.
Exactly. Plus half the time people that talk shit don't even own a car.
You forgot to add that the haters probably dont even own a mustang anyway. Most mustang owners respect other mustang owners choice
Evodeath10 that's youtube in a nut shell
Evodeath10 my grandmas 1998 BUICK REGAL can beat that car lol really 240hp s/c v6 from factory.... btw I own a 03 mach 1 :)
cooldbz12 i'm pretty sure it couldn't
I had an '03 Sunfire my mom gave me when I got my license. Took a year off from college to save up for and buy an '05 V6 Mustang a few months back. Driving it around is one of the most satisfying things I've ever experienced. People can bash the V6 Mustangs all they want, but they're still fun as hell to drive, and they're still pretty quick.
Absolutely, I got a 05 V6 as my first car and I love it, it's not v8 fast but i can still throw it around corners, and do donuts. Not going to lie, I'm pretty rough with.
@@blowndome you ever watch ridge racer on here? Those guys have been running all sorts of amazing builds for cornering
Mustang V6 Haters are writing their comments while driving a 1.3l Renault
Exactly most ppl drive camrys, accords, civics, sonatas, elantras and corollas so a v6 stang is would be and upgrand to MOST of America.
tf is a renaukt
I have a gt and I can say v6s suck
@@40rollsonly they’re alright for cheap sports cars, I mean yeah they’re not nearly as fun as gts but they’re dece for the price
@@skyguy1230 Idk man I jus bought a perfect condition 05, 1 owner for 10k dudes still trying to sell v6 for 6k
I just did these things to my 08 v6 and it actually works. Automatic chirps tires in 3rd gear . Never happened before .
Those v6 cars are kool they are zippy and fun I have driven a v6 stock 2008 100 miles an hour at 3 rpm tops out at 6 500 rpm I think and it's got 120 on the top end fast for a v6 don't hate congratulate.. we are all car guys and girls
This gives v6 owners like myself hope lol u guys shuld do videos with LT header mid pipe combos. And im 19 learning all i can so comment on this if anyone has any advice for a fellow ford lover! Much appreciated!!
Nice build.. Yea 4.0's don't have the monster HP #'s but I think the v6 is pretty nice.. Ive driven a bunch of the 4.0 stangs and yea they aren't a v8 but with THE RIGHT mods can be made to be ballsy car.. All the mods done in the vid were a pretty good picks but heres what I would have changed.. I would have gone all steada stuff,upper and lower control arms,third link and brace,X5 ball joints,ultralight hood,ultralight springs,s&s and their stock upgrade brake kit and some SS brake lines and wouldn't have picked the Pypes m80 exhaust because in some states its not legal to have a strait thru muffler but replaced it with a Dynomax chambered or VT dual conversion to get rid of the exhaust drone when cruising and they are both 50 state legal or stuck with a single out replacement muffler to get the sound and a little better flow.I would like to see the tune on a stock engine with CAI,Throttle body,shorty headers,demon ignition and wires on a single exhaust to see if the HP to money ratio is worth it...Think about it the extra weight of a dual exhaust system on a 4.0..something to think about! . My one beef with the 4.10 is yea they can pull better but they get much higher RPM on the highway.. I would have kept the stock gearing or gone with a 3.42 rear gear and spent a bit on some shorty headers and a throttle body so that lower to mid rpm pull is nicer since the cars TQ is catered for idle to 4k and it needs a bit less gear to pull in its sweet spot or get a used 8.8 with 3.31..another rear end option since the 8.8 comes with better axles and have a trac-loc diff..The enemy of the 4.0 is adding weight to it so the power to weight ration is key..yes it looks cool to add 20 inch wheels and huge tires but theres a few things t think about if ya want driveablity and a performance boost and this thinking goes for v8 stangs too..
TheDman216 teach me your knowledge car god, I bearly know how to do a tune up on my car but am always looking into more modifications other than just fixing stock parts or replacing it with other stock parts! #TheMoreYouKnow
Old as hell but im gonna respond anyway, back when i had one of these i went with 3.73 gearing to not be constantly at higher RPMS while on the highway. They arent that much slower while being more practical for the street and no way around it this is a street car for the most part despite how many times i took mine on track days
Just got my bama 93 tune on my 07 v6. Its got ported intake throttle body performance distributors coil pack 10 mm wires and roush intake. the v6 hate is stupid fr. Enjoy your ride love mine
My 2005 Ranger 4.0 has the Performance Distributor coil pack, with their wires, K&N CAI, Gibson cat-back. If I keep it floored on on-ramp it throws an over rev code. They said it has a higher dwell time built in the Foxbody 5.0 TFI, I didn't ask if the pack has it built in. A quick swap back and it doesn't do it. I ordered it with 3.55 posi rear gear.
I just bought a 06 mustang v6. The guy I bought it from did not know much about the history on the car. I am in my sixties and have had a few hot rods in my day. And some damn fast motorcycles. So I knew this car felt fast. The car has a cold air intake, dual exhaust and a bama tuner on it. That is all I know of. How ever my cousin just bought a brand new 2019 ford mustang gt and I outran him quarter mile and top end. He is furious lol. I wonder what else has been done to this car. I am planning to get official numbers at a local drag strip soon. By the way this is the first Ford I have ever owned and it is making me smile everytime I drive it. Reminds me of the good old days. It really sounds more like a v8 than a v6 with the dual exhaust. Most v6's sound like a mad bee in a can or worst. Best thing also I paid under two thousand dollars for it. Everything works on the car including the a/c. Only thing it needs is a paint job. It is faded and clear coat peeling.
Umm love my v6 and all but beating a 2019 gt? No dude I don't think so..
I just bought an 09 V6, they're a very good deal right now. It does feel like it's missing a little something, but im definitely not trying to make V8 power, if i was i would have bought a GT. I do plan on an exhaust and a cold air intake, which this video helped me to decide which to go with. They're great cars, and i think with just a bit of an HP bump, the one i bought is going to be perfect
I got a V6 and love it, and with mods i CAN beat my buddies 5.0, unfortunately, his car is just as open to mods as mine, so once he added his gears, and tune etc, he stomped me all over again.
So though true it's a lovely car, in the long run beating a modded 5.0 may just not be there, however a stock 5.0 all day long.
Mustang is a mustang, if you complain about people driving a 3.7L v6, then go hate on hondas, and toyotas and the likes
It's not just removing 2 cylinders, it's new age technology, back in the old days, 8 cylinders were pushing 100hp and that was impressive, now we have 4 cylinders pushing out over 500 at the crank, so don't judge just by the amount of cylinders in the car, judge by the technology of the engine, and how much more efficient it is
3.7 is 305 at the crank vs 412 for the 5.0
Flikt no the 4.0 is slower than the 3.7 I have a 2005 4.0
4 cylinders pushing 500 crank from factory? Lmao name them ill wait
You weren’t stomping your buddies 5.0 with 189hp. Stop lying to us.
@@harleyrider9166 Let alone a 4.6 3v
I have an 01 ranger with the 4.0 v6, I agree, I actually have done all of these mods except the last, and the traction bars, I have to say..it has good power for an engine designed back in the 60's, especially with the akward jack shaft combination these things have
These upgrades may give the sixer a foghting chance against a v8 out of the hole, but after that the race belongs to the v8. Wish you guys had a heads up race against a stock GT, but nice vid none the less!
I have a v6 now but when I get another it will probably be a v8 just because I love the sound.
Hey the v6 is pretty strong it will flat get with it it surprised me how stong it is and alot easier on the fuel gauge!!!
I like that exhaust note. Wonder if those mufflers will fit my 2011 GT.
Are all these upgrades for a manual transmission? would it work for an automatic as well?
+UTCKREW44 Oh yes! You can run these regardless of the transmission! You might actually see even more gains through an Auto! - Will
I just wish more people understood that the V6 “muscle” cars are really sports cars, with a lighter and more fuel efficient engine to help with longer drives and actually being able to take it to a track or something, compared to the V8’s which are made basically to throw you back in your seat and rip the 1/4 mile.
you guys should put NOS one one of these v6 mustangs and make a video!
James, now that would be an experience! Can't even imagine what the NOS would do for that V6. But who knows what we have up our sleeves here at AM.... stay tuned ;) - Matt
That exhaust needs a cutout so it's not lopsided coming out the back of the car. Just a suggestion. My '05 v6 has a dual exhaust from Ford Racing that I got on AM. Came with cutout templates and covers and it's not lopsided. Looks great.
Hey guys, I just wanted to say thanks for the great video! I'm 18, and I recently acquired a fullstock '05 with an auto trans as my second car, but I'm already looking to upgrade it, and your video set me well on my way!
Congratulations on getting your new Mustang, that's so exciting! If there are any questions you have about modifying it, we are here to help! :) -Elaina
AmericanMuscle.com I have some questions. What should I mod first? I want it to be semi-loud but also increase the horse power
as stereotypical as it may sound, i say go with an intake first. i don't really know what you're working with but that's generally what most people do. i myself saved up my money and got a BBK intake and Pypes true dual exhaust system together. both added a lot of sound and some power. the only thing i would do differently is not get the Pypes and go with something else. at first i liked it because it dramatically woke up my 4.0 but it had high drone. i was younger at the time and i thought it was cool but now that i'm older its pretty damn annoying. i'm currently looking for solutions to bring down the drone to a tolerable level before resorting to purchasing an entirely new system.
thesilentmordecai dang. Thanks for your opinion man! I will most likely do the air intake and then find a suitable exhaust that won't be too loud but louder than stock. Thanks again! btw is the v6 any better than the gt on gas? just curious
WatchMeRod no problem. yeah, just do your research and make sure that no one really complains about loud cabin noise/ drone from the exhaust system and you'll be good. as far as gas mileage goes there is a lot of different variables. i have an automatic V6 and i would say that i (or anyone for that matter) is probably the biggest variable. as long as you dont mash on it constantly you can get decent mileage. my mom also has an 05 GT mustange but hers is stick shift. even though she has 100hp more than me she gets just as good if not better because she droves carefully and its a manual so it just naturally more efficient. i know its not the best answer but its all i really have to go on. however i did notice a difference in fuel economy when i did those two upgrades. not an amazing amount but ill save what i can when i can. hope it helps and good luck with your mods.
did you guys swap the rear too or kept the stock 7.5 rear? I wanna put the lsd and 4.10 gears in my v6 but im unsure how much power that rear will handle. also no forced induction just bolt ons and a tune
I had an 8.8 put in mine
When you consider this v6 comes with 210 hp and the 04 Gts only had 260 hp giving it any help would make it keep up with the older V8s.
Looking to finally get another mustang and I'm really torn. The 05-10 body style is my favorite BY FAR but exhaust note is also important to me there is no better sounding engine than the 4.6 big price difference between the new edge and the 05+. You can get a new edge GT easily cheaper than an 05+ v6 model so i gotta decide what I want more a V8 or the body style I want. I don't race or speed but I light the tires from time to time and love a good loud exhaust. I'll probably end up going for an 05 v6 with a manual trans. Quick enough to be fun but nothing special and itll look good. Who knows.
Thats what I did. I have an 06 v6 manual outside now.
What spoiler does this car have, it looks sweet I want to change my to something sleeker.
how to spend $2k on 16 horsepower
LMAO
matthew dyess I Was Just About To Say This 😂😂
True American muscle is a ripoff
Good point, but horsepower though important isn't everything, the right tune, the right gearing, and 200 horses is plenty for a nice quick responsive ride. You can trim time off a 0-60 just with the right tune and not add a lick of horsepower. No it will never be a gt500 but you know everyone doesn't need or want that kind of performance, unless your on the track you shouldn't need anything more than what this car offers anyways.
only thing out of that i would have bought would have been the exhaust.
What a good looking 2005. Wish mine looked like this.
Had to get rid of my 350z so ended up getting a v6 mustang, wish the exhausts weren't so expensive, nice car over all!
+Ramon Miranda What year V6 did you go with? Congrats on the Stang addition Ramon! We're always here to help :) - Will
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+Ramon Miranda Planning on going with a off road x pipe exhaust and swapping out the Pypes mufflers to megaflow xl cambered mufflers and putting loud mouth resonators on it.
how ya handling the difference in horsepower? I know those 350z can run all over our 4.0 mustangs with out much of a struggle
just recently brought a 2005 premium v6 mustang what upgrades and additions would u recommend
watch the vid itll tell you
Are the American muscle logos available and if so how can I purchase them
Does the Catback fit only the GT like the website says or will this also work on a regular V6?
Joe Abbott it should but get a muffler shop to install it for you
The catback can fit a v6
That actually sounds really good for a v6
Pypes exhaust is really good
In the description, the exhaust shows me it doesn’t not fit the v6 mustang, I’m confused?
does anyone know if upgrading coil packs really adds horsepower? anyone personal experiences? dynotestings?
Realist Adding Coils will not gain much power. In some cases we've seen 3-5 HP increases but nothing to write home about. Coils are designed for quicker, hotter and better spark. Hope this helps! -Dan
Coils do not add horsepower, they’re better for starting and smoother idle like the tuner said in the video. If you want power, go for long tube headers, performance axleback, and a nice bama tune. That got me easily 30+ HP with 93 octane.
are these good cars to abuse? I have a 2010 4.0 v6 I really want step on it but I also need it to last? or what mods will help it be more reliable for pulls
Yes but dont be too rough I give v8's a run for there money all the time, get a good Exhaust and your ready to go.
they should have kept going, optimize the coil pack with 10mm low resistance wires and high end projecting sparkplugs, the air raid TB spacer.
i made 202rwhp in my V6 with litterally the exact same mods.
Wow 200whp? I bet you could keep up with a stock 2v!
What kind of headers can use in a 05 v6 Mustang if I Procharged it or supercharged
So the power, and gear changes, hows the fuel economy? reason for a v6 for v8
Can you put this package together in the order that works best for someone that can’t do it all at once.
Kinda low numbers... Mine made 225rwhp 250rwtq with jlt c.a.i, 93 dyno tune, shorty headers, no cats, pypes m-80's mid mufflers, aluminum driveshaft, 8.8 rearend 4.10 gears. & there are plenty of 4.0 v6's out there in the 400-450rwhp range
does that help to burn out both sides?
I presume these numbers are wheel horse power figures? At the crank a V6 should be making 210.
The only way to make big power gains in a V6 is with a Vortech supercharger bolt on kit. With engine mods and the bolt on, it's possible to get 350bhp approx from a V6. Would cost about $10k to do though.
You would be correct Alex- whp. Thanks for watching! -Justin
+AmericanMuscle.com - Thanks for the quick response Justin. I really enjoyed the video. :-) Very informative. I presume with the mods, the car is likely making 230-240 at the crank? This is more than enough for most people tbh.
It's all about "the build". Too many jokers claim to "build" a car but actually write checks to the shop that actually built the car. Not the same.
+Raymond Smith I hear you. A lot of people though might think it's too hard to actually try to do things their selves. That's why I upload videos on how to do things to the mustang. I want to make things easier for the next guy or girl. I didn't have the tools to put in my 4:10 with Lim Slip Diff, so I took it to my school's auto department and helped them do it as a class. I wasn't allowed to record that one though. Some teachers don't like that...
So true. I did several of these mods to my mustang and it was done by my sons and I in my garage. So much more satisfaction from that as well.
This with a cam would actually be pretty cool! I think I'm gonna do that with mine Summit Racing still makes 2 different cam for the 4.0 still
I'd like to know if its possible to get the 2006 V6 Mustang naturally up to 210 HP (without turbo or supercharge) like it was advertised when it was being sold. That would be nice.
dont the 2006 come with like 190 at the crank and 220 to the wheels? Ive got an 07 v6 ponypackage and i put out 250-260 to the wheels with slight mods. Stock i think it makes 240 to the wheels
Max Hardcore a jlt intake with a tune on the website give +30 HP and torque, plus a catback and headers which should be another 30-45 and getting a limited slip differential should put you past a gt since the car is 200 pounds lighter
@@timmiller1907 Bruh you have it all wrong, why would crank be less than wheel? And in what world is your v6 going to make 260 at the wheel with "slight mods"
@@blowndome 😂😂😂😂 man they dont know much about cars
Is there a American muscle in south Cali where you guys can get me the right parts for my car?
We don't have any brick and motor storefronts unfortunately, everything is going to be online. But you're always more than welcome to shoot us an email or give a call if you need some guidance! -Zach
there's 2 different types of Pypes's exhaust systems, True Dual and Mid-Muffler, for the V6, but are they street legal, esp for California? On your website it doesn't stated this, can anyone comment on this subject from American Muscle and Public? Thanks.
Arturo Garcia neither one is street legal for California. they won't pass smog either.
what front lip and bumper is thay
what front chin spoiler is that?
What’s funny is I’ve ran my 05 mustang on a Dyno last fall and stock it got numbers around 200hp and about 230lft/bs of torque. Last month it got 240hp and 280ft/lbs of torque. It’s almost full bolt on as well. How did that mustang make so much less hp 😂. Yes a full bolt on an “05-09 V6 will give a v8 a run for its money” but not with 190hp 😂
Iv seen higher numbers on a stock mustang 4.0 just perfomance tune
Pretty sure you're talking about bhp and the video is using whp.
I own a 97 cobra and a 07 v6 mustang and i love em both the v6 is a good daily fs
Im not sure wich ones your talking about. I know someone with the new V6 and i have another buddy that has a older 2V 4.6 with PI heads and exhaust work and he walked the V6 by a wide margin. It might have 305 HP But if im not mistaken it has only 280 Torque. Torque is what wins races
Lmao dude you make no sense
I own an 2007 Mustang V-6 with 5 speed manual tranny. I have added an Airaid CAI with a custom tune and added 3.73 gears to the ass end. No it does not have the HP that a V-8 does, but it will get up and move fast enough for me, and besides I look good cruising in it : )
How much cost a 4.0 stang in us?
So there is this dude rygen on drag times had just hit high 8s on the drag strip with a 4.0 v6 mustang he usually hits high 10s. I was looking at his mods and his time slip very impressive i screen shot those lol
Link?
Jkaser...im putting mine on the dyno October 2...hope to get those kinda numbers...everything is the same but i don't have the 8.8 with 4:10's or driveshaft..not yet at least:D
This sounds like my v6 mustang it's had a lot more work done to it and it keeps up with a camaro that makes 375 so i make a lot more power but my exhaust is a lot louder and more v8 ish at idle and thumps really hard then it has the high pitch acceleration I love the sounds
?? Not even a 2014+ ecoboost v6 is barely keeping up with my 05 gt and I'm barely making 315whp. What camaro you keeping up with?? An iroc
@@Stormtrooper_sxt sold that car forever ago it was a v6 5th gen but my car was also just a nose away from my friends 79 with a 4 bolt main with an edelbrock top end kit
@@carsandquads7253 glad you got rid of it lol. Was doing dynos on my 05 gt and 2 dudes were also in doing an 07 4.0 and a 3.2l acura tl the stang made 193 on intake, headers and muffler. The acura had an intake, eBay headers and eBay mufflers and made 232. I made a good 291 on a stock 93 Bama tune. The stang guy left and saw him bout 2 months ago in a black acura tl lololol.
@@Stormtrooper_sxt my car had ported and polished heads too nothing special but a decent high school car I’ve also had like 8 5.0 foxbodies never had anything high horsepower but saving for a coyote right now and I just sold an 84 corvette that I was working on
The link to the 4:10 gears and the limited slip are no good... And the first mod is an exhaust but the link says its not applicable for the V6, yet I remind you this is a v6 power up video.
You have to get an Xpipe and make it a true dual exhuast system
Would all this fit in a 2010 v6 mustang ? Please answer
hector ramos it should, it has the same 4 liter v6. Also, I feel bad you have a 2010. New body, old engine.
It's a daily driven car , I'm not going out and racing everybody I see in the road lmao , Ima 18 year old kid , work for what I got but thanks tho
@@dandanthebabyman That shit sad
Nice there is plenty 4.0 v6 mustangs running 9's and 10's
Without a turbo or supercharger?
In the 1/8 mile maybe lol unless it’s builr
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The Pypes Mid-Muffler Exhaust can also fit on a v6? Does it need any mods?
What is the color of this car?
First time anal red
+derrek mcfarlane 😂😂😂
grabber red
Do u guys have any performance parts/tuners for a 2001 ford ranger 4.0 v6?
You can do all this to a 4.0 Ranger. The mods are out there.
Quick question. Do I need to adjust my speedometer when I do the 4.10 gears? Thanks!
Yes the gears will throw it off
+UTCKREW44 Yes sir! You will definitely want to re-calibrate your speedo when swapping gears. Hope this helps! - Will
I need to make my 4.0 a little more fast can yall help me with that?
0 to 60 run?
Takes them a few years to film that video
@@TommyMurrayJr lol fr
What kind of springs is this mustang on ? Anyone know the set up ?
whats the name of these headlights please ?
Which headlights are those?
How much will it cost to do what what you did to your v6?
Love Pypes.....on the '14 they sound insane!
Arch Angel, first off love the Username. But I couldn't agree more! They sound absolutely amazing on the road. What type of exhaust do you have on your Mustang?? - Matt
Thanks! Have some videos on my channel. I have a '14 with BBK Ceramic LT's, BBK Off-road X-Pipe, and Pypes "Pype Bomb" Super System Catback Exhaust. Ridiculously loud hahaha.
Do you think the mods done to this 4.0 would beat a bone stock 4.6 GT?
Ethan Andrew almost any 4.6 would out run this 4.0
Sike lol. The SN95 GT gets high 14s in the 1/4 mile, a 4.0 with JUST a CAI and a tune can run mid 14s.
Is that 180 horsepower or w/e it was measured at the wheels or is that brake hp?
would adding headers add more power?
What color is that
What's the brand of the mufflers? Thanks
Does it burn out in both wheels tho ?
What color is the mustang I'm this video? I'm interested in buying some paint to paint mine this color :)
Man I need all that for my baby 😍😍
I thought a stock ford mustang 05 09 V6 had 210 horse power? Or i am wrong?
The factory power rating is 210 hp at the crank. They show the baseline on the dyno is 173 hp at the rear wheels. That is because you have driveline loss. Then with the mods they had 189 hp at the rear wheels which would be equivalent to about 223 hp at the crank.
Was this an auto or manual v6?
Thanks Guys I ask , as I am in England running a 06 Legend Lime 4,0 V6 Saleen clone, IE full body kit, 20 " Saleen chrome rims, The car at the moment has Full S/Steel Saleen style Performance Exhaust, also a Performance Accel Coil Pack Super EDIS , and Airaid cold air Filter , but running without a tune, So my next step is a tune, over here in the UK Unleaded Petrol or Gas , is 95 Ron, Super unleaded is 98 Ron. I think that is 91 93 US octane , but not 100% sure on that . Is it worth me also fitting the Throttle body Spacer, or is that just a gimmick . Many thanks AM great posts , Cheers Pete
Peter Bowler Sounds like you have a pretty nice setup! A throttle body spacer will definitely add some pep for you but it is not a night and day mod. I would recommend going with a Bama Performance custom tune next! -Will
+Peter Bowler tune shorty headers throttle body would help out a bit
1flynlow they are.. a spacer for a carb engine they work
in order for this to run with a v8 you would have to build it, cam it, and meth it...that pushes about 450hp. or you could throw a turbo on it and get even more power
Id like to see what would happen if we put this car up against a stock 05-09 v8. Do modded v6 stangs really have that potential to beat GTs?
No.
what hood is that? and exhaust?
Why is one exhaust tip lower than the other?
Im not sure, My Mustang came with an aftermarket exhaust that has the same problem
How much did all that coat
For some reason ur car looked like had a way lower standerd horse power I heard these things properly. Can keep up with gts but why did u get so min amp boosts lol
What is the name of this color?
Is this a stock color?
The color is Torch Red, and its a stock color for 05-09 mustangs. One of the best colors for the car in my opinion.
I noticed that the catback mid-mufflers said for GT. Does that mean it won't fit on a regular 2007 v6 mustang?
please answer this question.
It's the same chassis! Just need a new rear bumper with the exhaust hole cut out for the tip, or just use a template and cut it yourself. You'll probably want an exhaust shop to install it though, they'll need to make some extra exhaust hangers because you wont have one on both sides.
only exhaust part that wont fit is headers. Everything else exhaust wise will or can be made to fit with little effort
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I love the 06-09 front of this mustang. Looks really muscle car. The new 2020 ones are still nice, but this has that classic muscle look. Oof.
I don't want to swap the rear just wanna put in an lsd and 4.10s to wake it up a bit
That will work
Does mike have a screw on the side of his head behind his ear? Did anyone else notice this?
What hood is on there
Joseph Krause Great question! This car is running the "Concept Style" hood, which is available on our site! - Will
so v6 is better than v8
+Dj wolf93 no, but cheaper
The numbers may look impressive, but in reality the car won't be noticeably faster (without the gear swap in the rear end). The gear change is what's making the most difference. I'm not trying to sound like I'm bashing the parts, because the truth is I'm guilty of adding pretty much all of the same bolt ons. The issue is cost per performance gained. Most of the parts cost in the $300 plus range and some are even more than that. They probably spent $1500 or more for that 22 hp gain, and that's not including the labor for those that don't turn a wrench. So by the time you've spent enough money to just be close to equal as a 5.0, you could have just bought a GT. and the aftermarket for a 5.0 is almost unrivaled.
Still waiting for a bolton buildup for a 3.7 and a mach1/01 cobra
Turbo kit ! please!
About how much for that entire upgrade?
you don't understand Americans. The V8s are popular because they're fast but also because of how they sound and drive. Instant power, no sitting around waiting for a turbo to spool up. Keep your I6