Just putting this out there -- there is a possibility that it is designed to deflect air towards the radiator. I only say that because I had a 1984 Trans Am with the aero package, and it had an air dam similar to, but larger than this one. It came loose and fell off on an expressway. The next...
I've had the Pro Cal tune installed since May of 2014 with no issues and no pinging. The tune requires a minimum of 91 octane. The tune eliminates accelerator hesitation, increases HP to 435 from 420, and lb/ft torque to 450 from 390 (documented by Ford engineers).
Interesting -- my 2009 Bullitt hood fluttered at 80 MPH and above -- like most GT's at the time. The hood on my 2014 GT/CS has never fluttered at any speed. Maybe the front splitter helps -- not sure...
Most tire manufacturers and shops would probably recommend replacement (obviously). The integrity of the sidewall is compromised, and I wouldn't suggest driving it at highway speeds. There are a lot of opinions floating around on the internet, but I did stumble onto an interesting solution --...
Mustang and Dynojet results have been debated for many years. One thing I don't see mentioned is density altitude correction. Density altitude calculators are readily available online -- they can be used to objectively evaluate and compare dyno numbers (if using the same dyno). Atmospheric...
Thanks for the the feedback -- I'm about to clean the carpets on my 2014 GT/CS, so I won't be considering Resolve. I have to say that your tackling this project at 85 years old is an inspiration. I'm 71 and changed the oil yesterday in 105 degree Texas heat. Crawling around on the garage...
It's probably a factory 2013/2014 GT/CS, with the signature pedestal spoiler, along with the GT/CS faux gas cap. I'll look pretty stupid if I'm wrong, since I own a 2014. Too slow replying, but yeah, a factory GT/CS.
It may have a Ford Performance ProCal tune. My 2014 GT/CS has the ProCal tune, and it came a K&N filter and sticker.
https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-9603-MGTB
Here's a link to a thread in another forum that contains a link to the 2012 Mustang ordering guide. According to the guide, the code 53B.
https://themustangsource.com/forums/f726/2012-mustang-order-guide-489264/
Reminds me of when I sold a 1981 Toyota Celica GT way back in 1984. On the way to the bank to finalize the deal the buyer offered me $50 to sign an affidavit that the car had 40,000 miles. It actually had 70,000 miles, and I politely declined. A couple of years he was convicted of tampering...
Yes, they are the 2011-2012 mufflers, sorry for not clarifying. They were included in the Ford Racing power pack that included the ProCal tune:
https://www.fordracingbyspeedshopdirect.com/2011_2014_MUSTANG_GT_POWER_UPGRADE_PACK_p/m-fr1-mgtb.htm
GT500 mufflers are an excellent option -- no raspiness, no drone -- just a deep, mellow tone on startup and on acceleration. I've had them on my 2014 GT/CS for eight years, with no other exhaust modifications. I've gotten many compliments, from a wide range of car guys.
Variable weather conditions can significantly affect 1/4 mile times. A density altitude calculator is a good tool for removing weather variables when comparing time slips:
https://www.dragtimes.com/da-density-altitude-calculator.php
This is the car, in Fishers, IN, just north of Indy. It apparently has an HPTuners nGAUGE installed.
https://www.aldermanauto.com/used/Ford/2015-Ford-Mustang-21208d8b0a0e09af5ebcf6ab855fad66.htm
My 2014 GT/CS came with a 185/55/18 spare -- 1.7" less than in diameter than the stock 245/45/19 stock tires. The owner's manual has a lengthy list of precautions about its use. I haven't had to use it, but if I did, I would nurse it to the nearest tire store...
I've had these tires on my 2014 GT/CS for 17,000 miles -- they're far better than the stock Pirelli PZeros!
Edit: Looks like you have the summer version. I had those also, prior to the all season version that I have now. At the time I was in Atlanta -- they were great, wet and dry, in...
^1 on the seats -- the interior of the GT/CS has several upgraded features that significantly improve aesthetics. I ordered a GT/CS for the interior and front end treatment -- I really like the black billet style grill with the tri-bar
pony emblem. I'm not a fan of the pedestal spoiler -- it...
Headers are such a PITA to install -- with 35,000 miles on them, those headers' best days are long past -- if they fail, you're looking at another PITA labor job. In that event, you'll end up losing time and money...
Just tagging onto my original post -- this is Brad Brand going 5.97 @242.02 at the 2011 Street Nationals in Las Vegas. I know Brad personally -- he is from Loganville, GA and is an expert engine builder.