First time Mustang owner 86 GT

93hatch · April 19th, 2009, 05:54 AM

Originally Posted by 6DXR

Yeah but we all hate you..

call me.

miss you....................................

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 12:40 PM

The wheels are ready to go as soon as we find a nice set to replace them with, maybe something in black. Anything you can recommend?

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 12:58 PM

Im not sure what you guys keep referring to as the aero nose but I would assume you mean the 87-93 style? I would certainly not changea thing about thise cars look, I love the 4 eye! At first I was a little skeptical but after seeing it in person I wouldn't think about going for a newer style.

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 01:40 PM

Sorry to keep posting one after the other but I have a lot of stuff on my mind about the car.

I'm looking to get a header back exhaust for the car this week and was wondering what most people would go with. The car is so quiet right now and those stock header look awful, really bent tubing and I would figure they would be cast iron. I know of a few custom shops around but I rather buy something I can throw on that is fit for the car. Also I need a new air intake, not looking for something flashy and chrome but I cant drive it with the throttle body open to air like it is now. I would def prefer new parts but if anyone is local to me and has something I can pick up I'd be happy to get it. I'll chekc the classifed section in the mean time.

86er · April 19th, 2009, 01:55 PM

long tubes, dont piss away money on the shorty headers, prochamber and a set of magnalows.

will be mellow at idle but when you romp the go pedal, you will LOVE THE BARK of the motor

gotn20 · April 19th, 2009, 02:09 PM

So it's not the stock motor? What motor is that?

grnstang · April 19th, 2009, 03:06 PM

BBK long tube headers, H pipe (for long tubes), and magnaflows

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 04:11 PM

Bone stock motor. Just looks pretty on the outside haha. I will look into the long tube right away. It seems like a tight squeeze on the driver side with the steering shaft in the way. Not used to have a full engine bay, my 1.5 in the honda leaves enough room for a family, although the 2.2 going in will take care of that problem.

edit: Just to confirm, with the BBK long tube header, I need the short H-pipe that they offer also. I haven't seen an exhaust diagram but where would the catalytic converters be placed. The car will most likely be tagged as historic so I'm not sure on the exhaust restrictions allowed. Also Does magnaflow make an exhaust to fit the H-pipe or will I need to buy the mufflers separate and have them welded?

Chris951 · April 19th, 2009, 06:10 PM

This site has all your needs.
Latemodel Restoration Supply - Mustang Parts, Chevy Truck Parts & Dodge Challenger Parts

And here is the shorty h-pipe with cats
86-93 H-PIPE, CATALYTIC, 2.5, FOR LONGTUBE HEADERS, 5.0, MUSTANG

I would go with mac though. I've heard flows, magnaflows, mac, bassani, on fox's and I must say Mac sounds the best. I'd go with a Mac catback if I were you. I can get a clip of my car with Mac's today if you would like

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 06:35 PM

Yes I would appreciate that if you don't mind too much! I've also been searching the threads. Seems like I'll be getting 373 gears also as many people are saying its a great first mod. This coming weekend when I get back from work we are going to changes out the belts and hoses and wash down the engine bay. Oil change and maybe plugs and wires might be in there too. Anyone know of a shop that can install the gears, doesnt have to be exactly local to me as I will want it done right.

Another thing is gonna be the electric fan, IST supercool most likely cause it'll bolt up very stock-like and I don't really want to fab too much. Should I stick with the 195 which comes with it, or opt for the 180 or 160?

Chris951 · April 19th, 2009, 07:38 PM

Alright I'll get one within the next hour or two after I wash my baby lol. I'd get the 180.. I think the 165 is to low from the normal operating temp.

grnstang · April 19th, 2009, 08:18 PM

yup get the 180. you will need the H pipe that is short and intended for long tube headers. you can order the H pipe with catalytic converters on it. any cat back exhaust system will bolt up for the rest of the way out the back

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 08:20 PM

Sounds good, I'll get on it!

By the way, I really appreciate everyones replies, you all are very knowledgeable and helpful. It is very hit or miss when dealing on the Honda forums.

Chris951 · April 19th, 2009, 08:23 PM

Here's the video

YouTube - Broadcast Yourself.

gotn20 · April 19th, 2009, 08:30 PM

dude how is your 86 efi and stock? I had an 86 gt and it was carbed

Chris951 · April 19th, 2009, 08:31 PM

Originally Posted by gotn20

dude how is your 86 efi and stock? I had an 86 gt and it was carbed

86 was the first year of EFI

BEASTstang · April 19th, 2009, 08:56 PM

That's a beautiful car ....Congrats.....

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 11:23 PM

Originally Posted by BEASTstang

That's a beautiful car ....Congrats.....

Thank you sir.

Chris, that idle sounds beauiful, hows the sound under a load vs. neutral revving? Is it just as strong? Thanks for posting the video!

Chris951 · April 19th, 2009, 11:34 PM

Originally Posted by Ron4543

Thank you sir.

Chris, that idle sounds beauiful, hows the sound under a load vs. neutral revving? Is it just as strong? Thanks for posting the video!

No prob man. Car sounds better under load. I've only heard it once from outside the car when the previous owner was driving it and I almost creamed my pants haha. Once you go Mac you never go back

Ron4543 · April 19th, 2009, 11:41 PM

Originally Posted by Chris951

No prob man. Car sounds better under load. I've only heard it once from outside the car when the previous owner was driving it and I almost creamed my pants haha. Once you go Mac you never go back

April 19th, 2009, 01:55 PM	#25
86er I Post Entirely Way Too Much Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 7,140 iTrader: 0 reviews	long tubes, dont piss away money on the shorty headers, prochamber and a set of magnalows. will be mellow at idle but when you romp the go pedal, you will LOVE THE BARK of the motor __________________ Just a truck 5.4 3v: 264hp 317ft lbs rock stock piecing together the next project faster than your first sexual experience

April 19th, 2009, 03:06 PM	#27
grnstang Hardcore Enthusiast 91 LX 13.7@101 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Norwalk OH Posts: 1,426 iTrader: 1 reviews	BBK long tube headers, H pipe (for long tubes), and magnaflows __________________

April 19th, 2009, 04:11 PM	#28
Ron4543 Regular 1986 GT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 50 iTrader: 0 reviews	Bone stock motor. Just looks pretty on the outside haha. I will look into the long tube right away. It seems like a tight squeeze on the driver side with the steering shaft in the way. Not used to have a full engine bay, my 1.5 in the honda leaves enough room for a family, although the 2.2 going in will take care of that problem. edit: Just to confirm, with the BBK long tube header, I need the short H-pipe that they offer also. I haven't seen an exhaust diagram but where would the catalytic converters be placed. The car will most likely be tagged as historic so I'm not sure on the exhaust restrictions allowed. Also Does magnaflow make an exhaust to fit the H-pipe or will I need to buy the mufflers separate and have them welded? Last edited by Ron4543; April 19th, 2009 at 04:28 PM.

April 19th, 2009, 06:35 PM	#30
Ron4543 Regular 1986 GT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 50 iTrader: 0 reviews	Yes I would appreciate that if you don't mind too much! I've also been searching the threads. Seems like I'll be getting 373 gears also as many people are saying its a great first mod. This coming weekend when I get back from work we are going to changes out the belts and hoses and wash down the engine bay. Oil change and maybe plugs and wires might be in there too. Anyone know of a shop that can install the gears, doesnt have to be exactly local to me as I will want it done right. Another thing is gonna be the electric fan, IST supercool most likely cause it'll bolt up very stock-like and I don't really want to fab too much. Should I stick with the 195 which comes with it, or opt for the 180 or 160? Last edited by Ron4543; April 19th, 2009 at 06:44 PM.

April 19th, 2009, 08:18 PM	#32
grnstang Hardcore Enthusiast 91 LX 13.7@101 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Norwalk OH Posts: 1,426 iTrader: 1 reviews	yup get the 180. you will need the H pipe that is short and intended for long tube headers. you can order the H pipe with catalytic converters on it. any cat back exhaust system will bolt up for the rest of the way out the back __________________

April 19th, 2009, 12:40 PM	#22
Ron4543 Regular 1986 GT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 50 iTrader: 0 reviews	The wheels are ready to go as soon as we find a nice set to replace them with, maybe something in black. Anything you can recommend?

April 19th, 2009, 12:58 PM	#23
Ron4543 Regular 1986 GT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 50 iTrader: 0 reviews	Im not sure what you guys keep referring to as the aero nose but I would assume you mean the 87-93 style? I would certainly not changea thing about thise cars look, I love the 4 eye! At first I was a little skeptical but after seeing it in person I wouldn't think about going for a newer style.

April 19th, 2009, 01:40 PM	#24
Ron4543 Regular 1986 GT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 50 iTrader: 0 reviews	Sorry to keep posting one after the other but I have a lot of stuff on my mind about the car. I'm looking to get a header back exhaust for the car this week and was wondering what most people would go with. The car is so quiet right now and those stock header look awful, really bent tubing and I would figure they would be cast iron. I know of a few custom shops around but I rather buy something I can throw on that is fit for the car. Also I need a new air intake, not looking for something flashy and chrome but I cant drive it with the throttle body open to air like it is now. I would def prefer new parts but if anyone is local to me and has something I can pick up I'd be happy to get it. I'll chekc the classifed section in the mean time.

April 19th, 2009, 02:09 PM	#26
gotn20 Atomized Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,368 iTrader: 0 reviews	So it's not the stock motor? What motor is that?

April 19th, 2009, 06:10 PM	#29
Chris951 Hardcore Enthusiast 1991 mustang 5.0 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 1,933 iTrader: 0 reviews	This site has all your needs. Latemodel Restoration Supply - Mustang Parts, Chevy Truck Parts & Dodge Challenger Parts And here is the shorty h-pipe with cats 86-93 H-PIPE, CATALYTIC, 2.5, FOR LONGTUBE HEADERS, 5.0, MUSTANG I would go with mac though. I've heard flows, magnaflows, mac, bassani, on fox's and I must say Mac sounds the best. I'd go with a Mac catback if I were you. I can get a clip of my car with Mac's today if you would like

April 19th, 2009, 07:38 PM	#31
Chris951 Hardcore Enthusiast 1991 mustang 5.0 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 1,933 iTrader: 0 reviews	Alright I'll get one within the next hour or two after I wash my baby lol. I'd get the 180.. I think the 165 is to low from the normal operating temp.

April 19th, 2009, 08:20 PM	#33
Ron4543 Regular 1986 GT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 50 iTrader: 0 reviews	Sounds good, I'll get on it! By the way, I really appreciate everyones replies, you all are very knowledgeable and helpful. It is very hit or miss when dealing on the Honda forums.

April 19th, 2009, 08:30 PM	#35
gotn20 Atomized Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,368 iTrader: 0 reviews	dude how is your 86 efi and stock? I had an 86 gt and it was carbed

April 19th, 2009, 08:56 PM	#37
BEASTstang Regular Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 274 iTrader: 0 reviews	That's a beautiful car ....Congrats.....

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