87 gt build help

87'5.0 · May 22nd, 2011, 08:28 PM

Hey guys, I'm In the midst of my build and i'm looking for a few pointers as to what I should do with what. I just got my block back from the machine shop its was a stock 302 I got it bored .030 over with all new bearings and such.
He are the parts I'm wondering about and wanted to know what you guys would do:
What clutch? Is the ford racing one decent? or should I go centerforce?
what Distributor? I was looking at this one : MSD Ignition 8456 - MSD Pro-Billet Ready-To-Run EFI Distributors - Overview - SummitRacing.com
What injectors?
What throttle bodie I was looking at this one: Trick Flow Specialties TFS-24575 - Trick Flow® Throttle Bodies - Overview - SummitRacing.com

I'm going to be running gt-40 heads and upper and lower, Unless you guys can suggest something better. Car will be a street car and a daily driver.
Budget is 1500

ryanw · May 22nd, 2011, 08:52 PM

When it come to your heads, there is better out there. like trick flow, used ones can be found for around $800

but is 1500 your complete budget to get the car running ? Why not use the stock distributor and save some money ?

87'5.0 · May 22nd, 2011, 08:57 PM

Originally Posted by ryanw

When it come to your heads, there is better out there. like trick flow, used ones can be found for around $800

but is 1500 your complete budget to get the car running ? Why not use the stock distributor and save some money ?

No Its for how much I can spend on Distributor, injectors, clutch and head. That number should be more like 2,000.

Well If after market distributors aren't worth It ill use the stock one. What trick flow heads do you recommend?

ryanw · May 22nd, 2011, 09:11 PM

In your budget range the 170s
injectors 24-30lb used with matching mass air sensor
stock distributor
what ever throttle body you want but you want to match the size to the intake opening, for example if the intake opening in 70mm and you buy a 75mm TB then port the intake to a 75mm. if you dont want to port the intake, because your lazy then get a smaller TB...lol

get as much of this stuff used as you can, you will save alot of money

87'5.0 · May 22nd, 2011, 09:42 PM

Originally Posted by ryanw

In your budget range the 170s
injectors 24-30lb used with matching mass air sensor
stock distributor
what ever throttle body you want but you want to match the size to the intake opening, for example if the intake opening in 70mm and you buy a 75mm TB then port the intake to a 75mm. if you dont want to port the intake, because your lazy then get a smaller TB...lol

get as much of this stuff used as you can, you will save alot of money

Alright thanks for the tipps man

flattusmaximus78 · May 22nd, 2011, 10:16 PM

If you still have the stock distributor, save your money.

FastStang91Lx · May 22nd, 2011, 10:54 PM

Stock distributor is fine, unless you're like me and just want it to be pretty, lolol. I got mine new in box off ebay shipped for 155. It's the only reason I have one. Stock distributor is good to 400 or so rwhp or some shit.

ryanw · May 22nd, 2011, 11:05 PM

theres a horse power limit with distributors ?

FastStang91Lx · May 22nd, 2011, 11:16 PM

Supposedly. Couldn't tell you if it's true, but the hardcore race guys don't run stock distributors... So take it as you will.

ryanw · May 22nd, 2011, 11:18 PM

true

FastStang91Lx · May 22nd, 2011, 11:19 PM

I also wanna say there are RPM limitations to the stocker as well. For 155 bucks to my door, I know I'm set either way.

ryanw · May 22nd, 2011, 11:21 PM

Originally Posted by FastStang91Lx

I also wanna say there are RPM limitations to the stocker as well. For 155 bucks to my door, I know I'm set either way.

I did figure there was an RPM limitation on it

FastStang91Lx · May 22nd, 2011, 11:28 PM

We all know that I am a true believer in MSD boxes and all that, so figured I'd just get the distributor too, and be done with it. Everybody on here are anti ignition box nazi's but apparently don't pay attention to serious racers. You don't see many guys running 10's without one, lol. I'm not saying that a stock mustang, or even a 300 hp car needs one, but if you are over 350 crank, I think you will see the benefits. I been fortunate enough to never have one burn up on me, or any of my friends either, but I know that it's a reality. I have nothing but good things to say about them. Just removed my 6A off my car and fabbed a bracket for my Digital 6 to mount it on that will give me access to all the dials. Bet I get at least 50 bucks for it used too. People buy them for a reason. Now many of the Hardcore racers are using the 7 series boxes, but you get the idea. once again, take it as you will, but I will ALWAYS use one.

87'5.0 · May 22nd, 2011, 11:48 PM

So, which clutch to go with? Ford Racing or center force?

FastStang91Lx · May 22nd, 2011, 11:55 PM

I run the Centerforce dual friction, and I really like it, but the King Cobra appears to be equally popular.

May 22nd, 2011, 08:28 PM	#1
87'5.0 Regular 1991 Mustang GT sloww Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Posts: 61 iTrader: 0 reviews	87 gt build help Hey guys, I'm In the midst of my build and i'm looking for a few pointers as to what I should do with what. I just got my block back from the machine shop its was a stock 302 I got it bored .030 over with all new bearings and such. He are the parts I'm wondering about and wanted to know what you guys would do: What clutch? Is the ford racing one decent? or should I go centerforce? what Distributor? I was looking at this one : MSD Ignition 8456 - MSD Pro-Billet Ready-To-Run EFI Distributors - Overview - SummitRacing.com What injectors? What throttle bodie I was looking at this one: Trick Flow Specialties TFS-24575 - Trick Flow® Throttle Bodies - Overview - SummitRacing.com I'm going to be running gt-40 heads and upper and lower, Unless you guys can suggest something better. Car will be a street car and a daily driver. Budget is 1500

May 22nd, 2011, 08:52 PM	#2
ryanw I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Ford Mustang GT Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 6,063 iTrader: 0 reviews	When it come to your heads, there is better out there. like trick flow, used ones can be found for around $800 but is 1500 your complete budget to get the car running ? Why not use the stock distributor and save some money ? __________________ DART 331ci stroker, AFR 185 heads, Trick Flow R intake, Accufab 70mm tb, 75mm pro m Maf, 30lb injectors, jba headers, 2 1/2" x pipe flowmaster super 10 mufflers, 255 fuel pump, 3:27 gears

May 22nd, 2011, 09:11 PM	#4
ryanw I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Ford Mustang GT Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 6,063 iTrader: 0 reviews	In your budget range the 170s injectors 24-30lb used with matching mass air sensor stock distributor what ever throttle body you want but you want to match the size to the intake opening, for example if the intake opening in 70mm and you buy a 75mm TB then port the intake to a 75mm. if you dont want to port the intake, because your lazy then get a smaller TB...lol get as much of this stuff used as you can, you will save alot of money __________________ DART 331ci stroker, AFR 185 heads, Trick Flow R intake, Accufab 70mm tb, 75mm pro m Maf, 30lb injectors, jba headers, 2 1/2" x pipe flowmaster super 10 mufflers, 255 fuel pump, 3:27 gears

May 22nd, 2011, 10:16 PM	#6
flattusmaximus78 I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1993 5.ohhhh 12.97 @140mph Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Gatorland Posts: 6,122 iTrader: 3 reviews	If you still have the stock distributor, save your money. __________________ 02 Pewter z28, hoosiers/lid/exhaust/spray...125mph 1993 gt Sold, already missed --Moates Quarter horse $225-- --Cobra intake $150-- --tremec 3550 bell and shifter $1100--

May 22nd, 2011, 10:54 PM	#7
FastStang91Lx I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Mustang LX 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 5,572 iTrader: 2 reviews	Stock distributor is fine, unless you're like me and just want it to be pretty, lolol. I got mine new in box off ebay shipped for 155. It's the only reason I have one. Stock distributor is good to 400 or so rwhp or some shit. __________________ Point made in less than a few hours with minimal response. http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ml#post4465184

May 22nd, 2011, 11:05 PM	#8
ryanw I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Ford Mustang GT Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 6,063 iTrader: 0 reviews	theres a horse power limit with distributors ? __________________ DART 331ci stroker, AFR 185 heads, Trick Flow R intake, Accufab 70mm tb, 75mm pro m Maf, 30lb injectors, jba headers, 2 1/2" x pipe flowmaster super 10 mufflers, 255 fuel pump, 3:27 gears Last edited by ryanw; May 22nd, 2011 at 11:18 PM.

May 22nd, 2011, 11:16 PM	#9
FastStang91Lx I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Mustang LX 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 5,572 iTrader: 2 reviews	Supposedly. Couldn't tell you if it's true, but the hardcore race guys don't run stock distributors... So take it as you will. __________________ Point made in less than a few hours with minimal response. http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ml#post4465184

May 22nd, 2011, 11:18 PM	#10
ryanw I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Ford Mustang GT Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 6,063 iTrader: 0 reviews	true __________________ DART 331ci stroker, AFR 185 heads, Trick Flow R intake, Accufab 70mm tb, 75mm pro m Maf, 30lb injectors, jba headers, 2 1/2" x pipe flowmaster super 10 mufflers, 255 fuel pump, 3:27 gears

May 22nd, 2011, 11:19 PM	#11
FastStang91Lx I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Mustang LX 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 5,572 iTrader: 2 reviews	I also wanna say there are RPM limitations to the stocker as well. For 155 bucks to my door, I know I'm set either way. __________________ Point made in less than a few hours with minimal response. http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ml#post4465184

May 22nd, 2011, 11:28 PM	#13
FastStang91Lx I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Mustang LX 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 5,572 iTrader: 2 reviews	We all know that I am a true believer in MSD boxes and all that, so figured I'd just get the distributor too, and be done with it. Everybody on here are anti ignition box nazi's but apparently don't pay attention to serious racers. You don't see many guys running 10's without one, lol. I'm not saying that a stock mustang, or even a 300 hp car needs one, but if you are over 350 crank, I think you will see the benefits. I been fortunate enough to never have one burn up on me, or any of my friends either, but I know that it's a reality. I have nothing but good things to say about them. Just removed my 6A off my car and fabbed a bracket for my Digital 6 to mount it on that will give me access to all the dials. Bet I get at least 50 bucks for it used too. People buy them for a reason. Now many of the Hardcore racers are using the 7 series boxes, but you get the idea. once again, take it as you will, but I will ALWAYS use one. __________________ Point made in less than a few hours with minimal response. http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ml#post4465184

May 22nd, 2011, 11:48 PM	#14
87'5.0 Regular 1991 Mustang GT sloww Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Posts: 61 iTrader: 0 reviews	So, which clutch to go with? Ford Racing or center force?

May 22nd, 2011, 11:55 PM	#15
FastStang91Lx I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1991 Mustang LX 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 5,572 iTrader: 2 reviews	I run the Centerforce dual friction, and I really like it, but the King Cobra appears to be equally popular. __________________ Point made in less than a few hours with minimal response. http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ml#post4465184

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