09-26-2011, 09:36 PM | #1111 (permalink) |
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Ugh now you guys have me looking at new exhaust setups.
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09-26-2011, 09:37 PM | #1113 (permalink) |
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I really want to order this now: Magnaflow Clamp-On Tru-X Mustang X-Pipe (2011-2012 GT) at AmericanMuscle - Free Shipping!
Way better than the FRPP X because it will actually fit right... but $400.
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09-26-2011, 09:54 PM | #1114 (permalink) |
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U don't like ur FRPP setup anymore?
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09-26-2011, 09:59 PM | #1115 (permalink) |
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I just want a better fitting X pipe.
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09-26-2011, 10:25 PM | #1116 (permalink) |
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Ah yes the fitment issues.
Another side question. I know our coyotes use 5w20, but I've read some folks use 5w30 for added protection? Any thoughts on this or experience? Some say Ford did this just aid cafe regulations?
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09-26-2011, 10:27 PM | #1117 (permalink) |
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I think you can really run whatever you want, but I just stick to 5w-20 because that's what is recommended. I use Pennzoil Platinum synthetic.
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I really think this kind of setup is the wave of the future. It's just the best of both worlds all the time. I love the quiet-as-my-G20 cruising, and then when I nail it the flaps open up and it is loud as hell. It's running straights at that point, basically. Also worth a 20whp or so bump when those flaps open at around 3200rpm. You can see it on a dyno graph and feel it in your SOTP. Then you get off the gas, and it sounds like a machine-gun, or if you watch this crap, a NASCAR. Definitely something I think other manufacturers will make their own versions of. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKmIFu-U9r4 ^There is flaps closed, and flaps open. He looks to only be revving to about 3500-4K at highest. The crackles on decel start for me at around 4500-5K. Last edited by ImportConvert; 09-27-2011 at 01:52 AM. |
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Does Ford recommend the same thing in the BOSS? I am curious if they think track use necessitates a heavier oil than this or not. |
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I'm happy with PPS. Since I don't need to run an ester-oil to keep the Z happy I don't have to pay $12/quart for Redline anymore.
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09-28-2011, 09:51 AM | #1123 (permalink) |
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going to try redline in the 5.0 this weekend...ill let everyone know...PP gave almost a full drain even with LOTS of hard driving! PP is prob one of the best oils i have used
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09-28-2011, 09:52 AM | #1124 (permalink) |
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Redline is good stuff. I have two or three quarts leftover from my Z. I use PP in the 5.0 now so I will be using the Redline for my AR-15.
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09-28-2011, 09:56 AM | #1125 (permalink) |
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it is good stuff, i dont know if its even needed with this car, but i do allot of hard driving and the Z loved it...
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