Just got my first mustang

Safi · July 2nd, 2009, 12:07 AM

Originally Posted by white03v6

yep, i love the feeling i get when i start up my car after installing something new on it...even though ive only done 2 mods lol

I love the feeling i get any time i start up the cobra....Something new or not

white08mustangv6 · July 2nd, 2009, 12:46 AM

I'm doing this off my phone right now so I can't put any pics on the thread, but it's white with the tan stripe down the side that has mustang on it if that helps

white08mustangv6 · July 2nd, 2009, 12:49 AM

So the first thing I should get is a tuner and a cai? This being my first car and everything I'm still trying to learn

orson250 · July 2nd, 2009, 01:17 AM

first mods that most everybody gets are: cold air intake (some are better than others for the s197, so dont go cheap), dual exhaust, and a handheld tuner. there are several handheld tuners to get, just research which one fits you. usually the xcal3 works well for most people. SCT is a very good brand for tuners, not only for quality, but they have many liscenced dealers all over the country.

i got a cai then exhaust then tuner, but for performance and not sound, i would get the cai and tuner combo first.

Safi · July 2nd, 2009, 01:19 AM

Originally Posted by orson250

first mods that most everybody gets are: cold air intake (some are better than others for the s197, so dont go cheap), dual exhaust, and a handheld tuner. there are several handheld tuners to get, just research which one fits you. usually the xcal3 works well for most people. SCT is a very good brand for tuners, not only for quality, but they have many liscenced dealers all over the country.

i got a cai then exhaust then tuner, but for performance and not sound, i would get the cai and tuner combo first.

All true, but i have to say one thing on your last sentence....For the s197 stangs make sure you get your tuner with your cai. The motor in the s197 pretty much requires a retune unlike our new edges that we can do intake and exhaust and not even worry about a tune until much later

white03v6 · July 2nd, 2009, 01:34 AM

Originally Posted by orson250

first mods that most everybody gets are: cold air intake (some are better than others for the s197, so dont go cheap), dual exhaust, and a handheld tuner. there are several handheld tuners to get, just research which one fits you. usually the xcal3 works well for most people. SCT is a very good brand for tuners, not only for quality, but they have many liscenced dealers all over the country.

i got a cai then exhaust then tuner, but for performance and not sound, i would get the cai and tuner combo first.

Originally Posted by commandersafi

All true, but i have to say one thing on your last sentence....For the s197 stangs make sure you get your tuner with your cai. The motor in the s197 pretty much requires a retune unlike our new edges that we can do intake and exhaust and not even worry about a tune until much later

+1 to Safi

00BlueMustang · July 2nd, 2009, 01:40 AM

Does AM still have the JLT & SCT tuner package?

white03v6 · July 2nd, 2009, 01:41 AM

Originally Posted by 00BlueMustang

Does AM still have the JLT & SCT tuner package?

JLT 05-09 Mustang V6 Cold Air Intake & SCT SF3 Combo at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

00BlueMustang · July 2nd, 2009, 01:43 AM

Originally Posted by white03v6

JLT 05-09 Mustang V6 Cold Air Intake & SCT SF3 Combo at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

Well then that is my suggestion to the OP

white03v6 · July 2nd, 2009, 01:46 AM

Originally Posted by 00BlueMustang

Well then that is my suggestion to the OP

white08mustangv6 · July 2nd, 2009, 02:12 PM

Thanks that helps alot I just can't wait to get started!

Mustangshar · July 2nd, 2009, 07:00 PM

Yeah that's a good CAI/tune. These are the reusable air filters, yes? Get a filter cleaner kit and learn how to clean it properly. My dealer does it for me at each oil change.

plstktnkr2 · July 2nd, 2009, 07:21 PM

I love my sixers

the Blue (83)is a GLX 4.2 stroker and the black(84) bone stock 3.8 LX

I gotta love my 6 packs

oh the red is a 347 cid wild strawberry LX

white03v6 · July 2nd, 2009, 07:34 PM

Originally Posted by commandersafi

I love the feeling i get any time i start up the cobra....Something new or not

YOU ALREADY RUBBED THE COBRA IN MY FACE IN ANOTHER THREAD

but i bet it feels really good to start it up

white03v6 · July 2nd, 2009, 07:36 PM

Originally Posted by plstktnkr2

I love my sixers

the Blue (83)is a GLX 4.2 stroker and the black(84) bone stock 3.8 LX

I gotta love my 6 packs

oh the red is a 347 cid wild strawberry LX

nice rides

a nicely built V6 in a Fox would be very fun to drive

Mustangshar · July 2nd, 2009, 07:36 PM

Originally Posted by plstktnkr2

I love my sixers

the Blue (83)is a GLX 4.2 stroker and the black(84) bone stock 3.8 LX

I gotta love my 6 packs

oh the red is a 347 cid wild strawberry LX

Holy CRAP! They are BEAUTIFUL!!! Dude...nice job-just stunning! The blue and Red...win any trophies?

white08mustangv6 · July 2nd, 2009, 07:57 PM

Does adding mods and tuning your car viod your warrenty?

Mustangshar · July 2nd, 2009, 08:03 PM

It could if your Dealer is a jerk. Anything we do can void out warranty. My dealer actually told me if I put STEEDA suspension on my ride and I had a tranny problem, he would in fact, VOID my warranty. BUT if I put FRPP suspension,, they would not void it. Go figure....

IF you improperly cleaned your air filter on the new CAI for example..that COULD wreck your engine. That's why I have my dealer do it..no one to blame but them if it's done wrong. That's why I asked if FRPP made one. However....not much goes wrong on our cars.

Do you have a FORD warranty or is it a different company? You said it's an 08 so I assume it's a used one, yes? Those other vendor warranties can be very difficult and they will look for anything to not pay for a repair.

white08mustangv6 · July 2nd, 2009, 09:02 PM

Yes it's used and I upgraded the warrenty to the 5 year powertrain warranty

Safi · July 3rd, 2009, 12:55 AM

Originally Posted by white03v6

YOU ALREADY RUBBED THE COBRA IN MY FACE IN ANOTHER THREAD

but i bet it feels really good to start it up

Mind if i rub it in more?

New Look for the Cobra!

Also for those that dont know....The June ROTM voting is going on!!!

July 2nd, 2009, 01:17 AM	#24
orson250 Regular 2003 mustang v6 232rwhp@7psi Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: jackson, MS Posts: 245 iTrader: 0 reviews	first mods that most everybody gets are: cold air intake (some are better than others for the s197, so dont go cheap), dual exhaust, and a handheld tuner. there are several handheld tuners to get, just research which one fits you. usually the xcal3 works well for most people. SCT is a very good brand for tuners, not only for quality, but they have many liscenced dealers all over the country. i got a cai then exhaust then tuner, but for performance and not sound, i would get the cai and tuner combo first. __________________ V0rTech'D

July 2nd, 2009, 01:40 AM	#27
00BlueMustang Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 Mustang Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Raleigh, North Carolina Posts: 1,726 iTrader: 0 reviews	Does AM still have the JLT & SCT tuner package? __________________ *Detailing Crew Member* North Carolina Modded Mustangs #5

July 2nd, 2009, 07:00 PM	#32
Mustangshar Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Mustang GT Vert Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Chicago Burbs Posts: 2,153 iTrader: 0 reviews	Yeah that's a good CAI/tune. These are the reusable air filters, yes? Get a filter cleaner kit and learn how to clean it properly. My dealer does it for me at each oil change. __________________ Sharon Don't go there....... 06 GT: MM & FF 12/07 Ladies Edition issue: will never be done

July 2nd, 2009, 07:21 PM	#33
plstktnkr2 Newbie 1983 Mustang GLX 'Vert Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Antietam Md Posts: 22 iTrader: 0 reviews	I love my sixers the Blue (83)is a GLX 4.2 stroker and the black(84) bone stock 3.8 LX I gotta love my 6 packs oh the red is a 347 cid wild strawberry LX __________________ 3 Mustangs 1 Lincoln Hearse 1 Lincoln ragtop 1 mercury Sable Savior of the 4-eyed 'stang Last edited by plstktnkr2; July 2nd, 2009 at 07:24 PM.

July 2nd, 2009, 08:03 PM	#38
Mustangshar Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Mustang GT Vert Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Chicago Burbs Posts: 2,153 iTrader: 0 reviews	It could if your Dealer is a jerk. Anything we do can void out warranty. My dealer actually told me if I put STEEDA suspension on my ride and I had a tranny problem, he would in fact, VOID my warranty. BUT if I put FRPP suspension,, they would not void it. Go figure.... IF you improperly cleaned your air filter on the new CAI for example..that COULD wreck your engine. That's why I have my dealer do it..no one to blame but them if it's done wrong. That's why I asked if FRPP made one. However....not much goes wrong on our cars. Do you have a FORD warranty or is it a different company? You said it's an 08 so I assume it's a used one, yes? Those other vendor warranties can be very difficult and they will look for anything to not pay for a repair. __________________ Sharon Don't go there....... 06 GT: MM & FF 12/07 Ladies Edition issue: will never be done

July 2nd, 2009, 12:46 AM	#22
white08mustangv6 Regular 2008 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 145 iTrader: 0 reviews	I'm doing this off my phone right now so I can't put any pics on the thread, but it's white with the tan stripe down the side that has mustang on it if that helps

July 2nd, 2009, 12:49 AM	#23
white08mustangv6 Regular 2008 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 145 iTrader: 0 reviews	So the first thing I should get is a tuner and a cai? This being my first car and everything I'm still trying to learn

July 2nd, 2009, 02:12 PM	#31
white08mustangv6 Regular 2008 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 145 iTrader: 0 reviews	Thanks that helps alot I just can't wait to get started!

July 2nd, 2009, 07:57 PM	#37
white08mustangv6 Regular 2008 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 145 iTrader: 0 reviews	Does adding mods and tuning your car viod your warrenty?

July 2nd, 2009, 09:02 PM	#39
white08mustangv6 Regular 2008 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 145 iTrader: 0 reviews	Yes it's used and I upgraded the warrenty to the 5 year powertrain warranty

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