[Hunt_chevs]

whats a good comp to use for when i finish putting my kit together? ive got all piping, intercooler, and headers. I know i will need injectors, and possibly a fuel pump. but what about the computer?

[Hunt_chevs]

or can i just have my stock one tuned? what about a standalone?

[Hunt_chevs]

bacc up

[stangfreak]

you're anxious for some help huh? lol!

[Hunt_chevs]

hahaha, yea,.. im waiting on some replies so i can go out and check some

[88stangGT]

some people like diffrent things.... some use a sct chiped computer which i hcn;t heard of any downfalls.. some like the anderson pms which is a stand alone fully contrable unit. which needs tuning for anything. but tells you everything that is going on..i will be using a stock a9l computer with a 6btm box and a ford svo extender.

[88stangGT]

what set up are you going with.. kit? turbo? motor? injectors?

[Hunt_chevs]

2 garret t3/t4 turbos, 36# inj's i think, on a built mod 4.6 i beieve

[gotn20]

Originally Posted by Hunt_chevs 2 garret t3/t4 turbos, 36# inj's i think, on a built mod 4.6 i beieve

That's a strange fox set up to say the least

[r.barn]

The AEM computer is nice.
Has lots of good turbo control functions along with
built in 2 steps and "anti-lag" features and data logging

Cost $1,600, but plugs into factory wire harness.

You will not need an MSD ignition box. The AEM controls
timing even more accurate.

AEM is sensitive to timing errors with a distributor though so
I recommend you also get their EPM module with it ($300) to
replace distributor and run Corvette coilpacks.

[Iownastang]

Originally Posted by 88stangGT some people like diffrent things.... some use a sct chiped computer which i hcn;t heard of any downfalls.. some like the anderson pms which is a stand alone fully contrable unit. which needs tuning for anything. but tells you everything that is going on..i will be using a stock a9l computer with a 6btm box and a ford svo extender.

A pms is a piggy back. fast, megasquirt and aem are standalone cpu;s

[Hunt_chevs]

Originally Posted by gotn20 That's a strange fox set up to say the least

yea, im going for something different,....


plus i like the 96-98 cobra blocks.. and the mod motor possibilities

[Hunt_chevs]

Originally Posted by r.barn The AEM computer is nice. Has lots of good turbo control functions along with built in 2 steps and "anti-lag" features and data logging Cost $1,600, but plugs into factory wire harness. You will not need an MSD ignition box. The AEM controls timing even more accurate. AEM is sensitive to timing errors with a distributor though so I recommend you also get their EPM module with it ($300) to replace distributor and run Corvette coilpacks.

hrmm,.. sounds like a nice set up,.. what benefits are there from using the epm mod. with the replacement of dist. and packs?

[EscortSportage]

mega squirt 2

[Hunt_chevs]

who knows where i can peep game on some of the units you all mentioned?

[r.barn]

Originally Posted by Hunt_chevs hrmm,.. sounds like a nice set up,.. what benefits are there from using the epm mod. with the replacement of dist. and packs?

21st centruy ignition system.
more accurate timing,
more stable timing
1 coilpack for each cylinder is better than 1 coilpack for all 8 cylinders.

basically gives you a late gen new car ignition and timing
system vs. a mid '80s stock Ford one.

Nothing wrong with distributors they work fine, but there are better
and more modern ways to get timing and control spark now.

[Hunt_chevs]

Originally Posted by r.barn 21st centruy ignition system. more accurate timing, more stable timing 1 coilpack for each cylinder is better than 1 coilpack for all 8 cylinders. basically gives you a late gen new car ignition and timing system vs. a mid '80s stock Ford one. Nothing wrong with distributors they work fine, but there are better and more modern ways to get timing and control spark now.

and this would be for the modular im assuming?

[Goblin]

Originally Posted by r.barn 21st centruy ignition system. more accurate timing, more stable timing 1 coilpack for each cylinder is better than 1 coilpack for all 8 cylinders. basically gives you a late gen new car ignition and timing system vs. a mid '80s stock Ford one. Nothing wrong with distributors they work fine, but there are better and more modern ways to get timing and control spark now.

This is the best advice ive seen in a long time. Although, the corvette / LS style coil packs wont be needed for a modular motor.

Originally Posted by Hunt_chevs and this would be for the modular im assuming?

You wont need to purchase the EPM mod. If you have the wiring harness for the mod motor, just purchase the AEM system thats for 96-98 mustangs, or 99-04. It may be worth while to get a 99-01 cobra harness, and run the factory COP. If your wondering what "COP" means, it stands for "Coil On Plug."

The twin coil DIS system on the 96-98 Cobras works pretty well, you could stick with that aswell, and run the AEM. I havent had much time with AEM. But, i can say it works. It works so well, i have a hard time chasing down cars using it!

[Matt Cramer]

Originally Posted by Hunt_chevs who knows where i can peep game on some of the units you all mentioned?

We're a Megasquirt seller (and also carry large injectors). We've got a basic write-up on some of the easier ways to set up Megasquirt on a Mustang (including 4.6s) here:

How to MegaSquirt your Ford Mustang

It's also possible to set up a Megasquirt for direct coil control with no EDIS module.

[Hunt_chevs]

Originally Posted by Matt Cramer We're a Megasquirt seller (and also carry large injectors). We've got a basic write-up on some of the easier ways to set up Megasquirt on a Mustang (including 4.6s) here: How to MegaSquirt your Ford Mustang It's also possible to set up a Megasquirt for direct coil control with no EDIS module.

arite,.. so what exactly am i going to need..?