I've Decided

mustangmanic · January 7th, 2008, 04:49 PM

Well for a long time i've been wanting to do heads and cams, but i've now resigned to a kenne bell.

On their website its listed as $5k for the full kit including the intercooler.

How hard is this to install yourself? I know pretty much the basic stuff about cars and own basic hardware tools. What all tools will i need?

mustangmanic · January 7th, 2008, 04:57 PM

comeon guys

03_StangGuy · January 7th, 2008, 05:18 PM

I dont know from experience but from the design of the kenne bell you basically just replace the intake manifold. Long as you can use a ratchet you should be fine. Id make sure theres no tricks or anythin from some experienced guys before you start just to be safe, but I wouldnt think youd have too much trouble im saving up for my charger right now. gl wit it

ModMustang97GT · January 7th, 2008, 06:19 PM

Call KB, they have all of the install instructions and everything. They will be able to tell you every tool and every step in the process. I would think you will need some simple wiring stuff for the boost a spark and boost a pump. But other than that, some simple ratchet and wrenches should be plenty. But I would talk to them and have them send you the install instructions just in case.

mustangmanic · January 7th, 2008, 07:03 PM

Originally Posted by ModMustang97GT

Call KB, they have all of the install instructions and everything. They will be able to tell you every tool and every step in the process. I would think you will need some simple wiring stuff for the boost a spark and boost a pump. But other than that, some simple ratchet and wrenches should be plenty. But I would talk to them and have them send you the install instructions just in case.

That sounds like a good idea. I'll probably have some buddies help out too.

ChrisJ · January 7th, 2008, 07:08 PM

The install is not that bad...

Decent instructions...

Just make sure to change the plugs and gap accordingly...

mustangmanic · January 7th, 2008, 07:18 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisJ

The install is not that bad...

Decent instructions...

Just make sure to change the plugs and gap accordingly...

ok... doenst sound too hard

mustangmanic · January 7th, 2008, 07:19 PM

how long will this take?

Mustang RacR94 · January 7th, 2008, 07:24 PM

with someone that knows what there doing, 6 hours tops, if you dont know, give your self longer, its not that bad a roots style takes less then a centrifugel does to install however so its not that bad at all

limited · January 7th, 2008, 07:49 PM

I believe the centri is easier to install. the intercooled kit takes about 10 hours to install,soldering all connections etc. the instructions are are real complete as is the kit. you will need some ultrablack sealer,spark plugs,solder and antifreeze. they supply everything else including allen wrench's,sand paper,split loom,wire ties,hoses,bap,chip,belt and all bolts and clamps etc

RyanGT · January 7th, 2008, 07:56 PM

Its a great kit!! very awesome directions, with pictures! You will need a few things as the above poster has said. And it will take a long time.

AndrewA. · January 7th, 2008, 08:01 PM

I always get nervous when i put a new part on. I swear i heard like 20 new knocks and bangs after i installed my CAI. For some reason i get scared that i did something wrong. Couldnt imagne how nervous i would be butting a spuer charger on!

WAR-PARTY · January 7th, 2008, 08:08 PM

He sends you a 1/2'' book of instructions well written. Ya I agree about a day to install just take your time, and you will need another person as the blower weighs 75+ pounds. he even sends you the allen wrenches and a bolt guide. I have the 2.6 on my 4.6 The only thing they missed in my knit was the o-rings for the heater pipe.

RC02GT · January 7th, 2008, 08:13 PM

Would it be easier than a header install?

neckbonekat · January 7th, 2008, 08:28 PM

Yeah, when Doc was on here he said his KB install was pretty simple. From what he said it was very straight forward.

mikevm78 · January 7th, 2008, 09:12 PM

This is the way i was thining of going as well. Do you have to upgrade the heads/cams or can you just slap this baby on there and rip.

Oh, and let me know when the knew flyover KB vid is up

.

Seriuosly though, say on a pretty much stock 2v, what kinda power gains are gained from the KB? And how long can the stock engine hold up?

Thanks, Mike

dcrow · January 7th, 2008, 09:31 PM

if your not mechanically inclined then it will be pretty tough.
i'm about to finish out my supercharger install,but i worked on mine
a little at a time.
the small stuff is what is a pain in the ass.my intercooler was not that complicated but putting all the piping in was a royal pain.
here are some pics.

mustangmanic · January 7th, 2008, 09:32 PM

Originally Posted by mikevm78

This is the way i was thining of going as well. Do you have to upgrade the heads/cams or can you just slap this baby on there and rip.

Oh, and let me know when the knew flyover KB vid is up .

Seriuosly though, say on a pretty much stock 2v, what kinda power gains are gained from the KB? And how long can the stock engine hold up?

Thanks, Mike

Haha i'll most def do a fly over of a KB 2.1L, but this time at the camera!

At 9psi, about 400 give or take RWHP... good with stock internals

dcrow · January 7th, 2008, 09:35 PM

with stock bottom end you have to stay at or under 400rwhp.
you can get a turn key long block all forged,patriot stage 2 heads blower cams
for around 5500.00 which is what i am working on now.

mustangmanic · January 7th, 2008, 09:38 PM

Originally Posted by dcrow

with stock bottom end you have to stay at or under 400rwhp.
you can get a turn key long block all forged,patriot stage 2 heads blower cams
for around 5500.00 which is what i am working on now.

If you get a modular forged long block say... off MMR will a KB still bolt right up to it w/ no problems?

January 7th, 2008, 04:49 PM	#1
mustangmanic MM Fanatic 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 w/2.01 60' Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,107 iTrader: 2 reviews	I've Decided Well for a long time i've been wanting to do heads and cams, but i've now resigned to a kenne bell. On their website its listed as $5k for the full kit including the intercooler. How hard is this to install yourself? I know pretty much the basic stuff about cars and own basic hardware tools. What all tools will i need? __________________

January 7th, 2008, 04:57 PM	#2
mustangmanic MM Fanatic 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 w/2.01 60' Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,107 iTrader: 2 reviews	comeon guys __________________

January 7th, 2008, 07:08 PM	#6
ChrisJ RLY SRS Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ft. Meade, MD Posts: 38,220 Blog Entries: 4 iTrader: 10 reviews	The install is not that bad... Decent instructions... Just make sure to change the plugs and gap accordingly... __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S - 2008 EB Ford Expedition - 2002 Boosted GT - Sold Facebook Google+

January 7th, 2008, 07:19 PM	#8
mustangmanic MM Fanatic 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 w/2.01 60' Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,107 iTrader: 2 reviews	how long will this take? __________________

January 7th, 2008, 07:24 PM	#9
Mustang RacR94 MM Fanatic 99 cobra N/A Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Fayetteville NC Posts: 3,170 iTrader: 0 reviews	install with someone that knows what there doing, 6 hours tops, if you dont know, give your self longer, its not that bad a roots style takes less then a centrifugel does to install however so its not that bad at all __________________ 99 Cobra 03 Cobra motor AFCO H/E Pulley JLT CAI BBK L/T off road H/steeda catback SCT MAF Tune 03 cobra pumps HVGC

January 7th, 2008, 05:18 PM	#3
03_StangGuy I Poop Entirely Way Too Much Blown 03 GT Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 6,917 iTrader: 0 reviews	I dont know from experience but from the design of the kenne bell you basically just replace the intake manifold. Long as you can use a ratchet you should be fine. Id make sure theres no tricks or anythin from some experienced guys before you start just to be safe, but I wouldnt think youd have too much trouble im saving up for my charger right now. gl wit it

January 7th, 2008, 06:19 PM	#4
ModMustang97GT Hardcore Enthusiast 1997 Mustang GT Faster than an s4 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,598 iTrader: 0 reviews	Call KB, they have all of the install instructions and everything. They will be able to tell you every tool and every step in the process. I would think you will need some simple wiring stuff for the boost a spark and boost a pump. But other than that, some simple ratchet and wrenches should be plenty. But I would talk to them and have them send you the install instructions just in case.

January 7th, 2008, 07:49 PM	#10
limited Premium Member 99 limited edition vert Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Tacoma,Washington Posts: 3,297 iTrader: 0 reviews	I believe the centri is easier to install. the intercooled kit takes about 10 hours to install,soldering all connections etc. the instructions are are real complete as is the kit. you will need some ultrablack sealer,spark plugs,solder and antifreeze. they supply everything else including allen wrench's,sand paper,split loom,wire ties,hoses,bap,chip,belt and all bolts and clamps etc __________________ KB'd 446rwhp/451rwtq, Mustang Dyno http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZDpQ0EEm1M Tuned by Joe at http://www.tricktuners.com

January 7th, 2008, 07:56 PM	#11
RyanGT MM Fanatic 2000 GT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lynnwood, Washington Posts: 4,258 iTrader: 4 reviews	Its a great kit!! very awesome directions, with pictures! You will need a few things as the above poster has said. And it will take a long time.

January 7th, 2008, 08:01 PM	#12
AndrewA. Hardcore Enthusiast 2001 Mustang GT 8.9@78 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 1,925 iTrader: 2 reviews	I always get nervous when i put a new part on. I swear i heard like 20 new knocks and bangs after i installed my CAI. For some reason i get scared that i did something wrong. Couldnt imagne how nervous i would be butting a spuer charger on!

January 7th, 2008, 08:08 PM	#13
WAR-PARTY Hardcore Enthusiast 2001 YUGO GT Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: GOAT LOCKER PENSACOLA FL Posts: 1,700 Blog Entries: 1 iTrader: 0 reviews	He sends you a 1/2'' book of instructions well written. Ya I agree about a day to install just take your time, and you will need another person as the blower weighs 75+ pounds. he even sends you the allen wrenches and a bolt guide. I have the 2.6 on my 4.6 The only thing they missed in my knit was the o-rings for the heater pipe. __________________ How I met my wife! Our first date...

January 7th, 2008, 08:13 PM	#14
RC02GT Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Saleen s/c Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 1,128 iTrader: 0 reviews	Would it be easier than a header install? __________________ 06 Saleen s281: 3.4 pulley, 39lb inj. KB BAP, steeda cai, steeda belt tensioner, saleen extreme inlet tube, bassani x, magnaflow, MGW, brenspeed tune

January 7th, 2008, 08:28 PM	#15
neckbonekat I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2005 Cadillac STS V8 ???????????????? Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 6,344 iTrader: 3 reviews	Yeah, when Doc was on here he said his KB install was pretty simple. From what he said it was very straight forward. __________________ ITEMS FOR SALE! 4.10 GEARS + BEARING KIT

January 7th, 2008, 09:12 PM	#16
mikevm78 Regular Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 221 iTrader: 0 reviews	This is the way i was thining of going as well. Do you have to upgrade the heads/cams or can you just slap this baby on there and rip. Oh, and let me know when the knew flyover KB vid is up . Seriuosly though, say on a pretty much stock 2v, what kinda power gains are gained from the KB? And how long can the stock engine hold up? Thanks, Mike

January 7th, 2008, 09:31 PM	#17
dcrow Regular 2001 mustang bullitt Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: san antonio,tx Posts: 297 iTrader: 0 reviews	if your not mechanically inclined then it will be pretty tough. i'm about to finish out my supercharger install,but i worked on mine a little at a time. the small stuff is what is a pain in the ass.my intercooler was not that complicated but putting all the piping in was a royal pain. here are some pics. Attached Thumbnails __________________ 2001 bullitt mmr 900 LB,stg 2 blwr cams,spec clutch,alum flywheel,novi 2000,intercooled,gt pump,80lb injectors,3:73gears,bbk ceramic shorties,bbk xpipe,bbk 65mm tb,flowmaster catback,steedatriax.eibachsprings,m&m lower control arms,ford alum ds.

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January 7th, 2008, 09:35 PM	#19
dcrow Regular 2001 mustang bullitt Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: san antonio,tx Posts: 297 iTrader: 0 reviews	with stock bottom end you have to stay at or under 400rwhp. you can get a turn key long block all forged,patriot stage 2 heads blower cams for around 5500.00 which is what i am working on now. __________________ 2001 bullitt mmr 900 LB,stg 2 blwr cams,spec clutch,alum flywheel,novi 2000,intercooled,gt pump,80lb injectors,3:73gears,bbk ceramic shorties,bbk xpipe,bbk 65mm tb,flowmaster catback,steedatriax.eibachsprings,m&m lower control arms,ford alum ds.

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