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    Trade in value?

    I just wanted to see if anyone had any appraisals at potential trade in value? I have gotten 35k-38k at dealerships 39k at car max. I thought this was a tad low. 2013 GT500 black/black clean vin loaded minus glass roof. 38,500 miles Thoughts?
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    60-130 times

    Not sure if anyone ever records this number. I was seeing what numbers some of the members have logged and modifications they made. Thanks
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    Terrible dyno numbers

    I just wanted to see what influences dyno numbers? Best numbers: 689 hp/ 696 tq mileage 13k miles; mods vmp tb, off road x, pulley 20k miles on 666 hp/ 695 tq only change JLT 123 35k miles, went to the dyno to get a race tune. Did a base hit 626 hp 630 tq. Trying to figure out what's...
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    Race tune advice

    I have been back and forth on going e85 or maybe get a race tune for special occasions. Seems like a great way to add some big hp without the upfront costs of ethanol. VP racing has a station not far away they carry: C16,C12,110,C9,MS103, and I heard they have cans of ms109. I am so...
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    E85 fuel upgrade

    How much additional power is a e85 conversion good for with the following mods: VMP 67, upper pulley, off road x pipe, JLT 123. thanks
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    Carbon fiber tube vs JLT 123

    When it comes to CAI what is most important: volume of air or the cold air? the JLT 123 theoretically lets far more air into the engine over the carbon fiber tube. However, according to the intake temp gauge it runs 30 degrees warmer over the ambient temperature. The carbon fiber (no tune)...
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    Air temperature/ boost question

    Question 1: how important is ambient air temp in the factory gauge? (IAT1) I have a carbon fiber tube and a 123mm. The carbon fiber would always run the same temperature as it is outside while in motion. The 123mm runs 10-20 degrees higher if not more. Flow vs cooler air what wins? Question 2...
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    Bad rear differential

    Hello all, I have a 2013 GT500, 33.5k on it with the basic bolt ons. I heard a strange noise coming from the rear end. Brought it in to the Ford dealership and it was diagnosed as a bad rear differential. They tell me the part is on back ordered and no eta. My question to the forum is...
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    Traction control/ stability control

    I wanted to see what the majority of you are running when the weather is ideal? The question pertains to the traction control and stability control modes NOT suspension or steering modes. I put the car into sport mode "two taps". Just curious. On another note: I attended a stunt car school...
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    Elbow results?

    I just wanted to see if there is quantitative results. I was looking at the BPS. I have a vmp 67 mm, 2.4, o/r x. I want to ask the forum about adding that and that only that. Any dyno numbers? Is the mod a night and day difference? I presently have no desire to buy a larger tb. Thanks.
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    Airaid

    Can you use a airaid filter to replace a jlt big air filter? I like the blue color of the airaid. I noticed the airaid doesn't have a screen like the stock and the jlt has. Is this a issue or not? Thanks
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    Is a off road mid pipe necessary?

    Guys, I am having thoughts of bringing my exhaust totally back to stock. Including the stock catalytic converter. I have a off-road x pipe and a stainless works performance connect exhaust right now. Upfront, I have a vmp tb and a 2.4. I was told that a off-road pipe was necessary for the...
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    Horsepower has escaped

    The car: 2013 GT500 approx 5,000 miles when I first modified on it. Mods: upper pulley, off road x, vmp 67 tb, air tube (not big air) Result: Hot summer day on the dyno 689 hp / 696 tq. Car now has 23,000 miles Updated mods: JLT 123 mm , new tune Result: cool October day 669 hp...
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    Help, getting a howl at high speed

    Just wanted to throw this out there. When going above 120 I hear a howl coming from the front right side of the car. I think it might be the tire but I am not sure. It appears to have some life still on it.(gy) Have any of you experienced this? Any other causes I should explore? Thanks
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    Which front tires to use?

    It's about that time to replace my front tires on stock pp rims. I see a ton of tire threads on here but most are catered for rear tires. Which ones are you running and at what size? I was thinking 275/40/19 mpss. However I see Hankook and others have tires the same size and spec for way...
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    This car wants you dead!

    I am not sure if you guys have seen this video. The 2013 Shelby GT500 ranks in at #9! Do you guys agree with this assessment overall? I find parts of it to be true, especially about the nannies never coming into play and brakes. Do you guys believe getting subframe connectors...
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    Traction control setting for the daily driver

    How many of you turn off the traction control as daily drivers? Which mode do you find yourself in most?
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    Vehicle dynamics

    I hope I don't stray too of subject with this. I was wondering if anyone can explain to me how cars making more power and weighing less are slower than others? Example: 2014 jaguar f type v8 s Power :488hp/461tq Weight: 3955 0-60 3.4 1/4 11.6@122 Source is motor trend This car...
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    Subframe connectors, worth it?

    To the guys that have installed them. Did you notice a immediate difference? Was it worth it? Are their any negative effects with installing them? Thanks
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    Ballpark 1/4 times

    I just wanted to get a ballpark 1/4 time for a 700 hp/tq 13'gt500. Stock rims and tires. Thank you.
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    Surprising intake results

    I recently modified my car with a tune, x pipe, pulley, vmp tb, and carbon fiber intake tube. The car made 700/700. This was with the basic carbon fiber tube. The one that doesn't require a tune. I am mentioning this specific one to all the guys thinking of taking the plunge to modify. I...
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    Launching /high speed

    When is appropriate to use sport over neutral? This is for the street primarily. Does the car hook better with the sport mode activated? When going at a very high rate of speed lets say above 120, is it better to keep it in n or s? Thanks
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    Suspension

    I have seen the terrific package Van has put together and it has gotten much praise. My question is the kit geared for people that want to lower the car? I have no desire to lower the car and want to see if the kit is worth it? What suspension components are weak on the svtpp? I have...
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    Tire pressure for high speed driving

    I know another tire pressure question. This one is a little different from the others. I wanted to see what pressure to run on the stock SVTPP tires if you plan to go near to the top end? Below are a couple schools of thought on the subject. I have attended a EVOC course and the instructor for...
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    Which throttle body?

    With three major options out there presently, I was looking for a definitive answer on which one to get: 65mm, 67mm, or mono? I haven't seen anyone post anything about a mono in a long time. Have the reliability issues been fixed? I plan to have the car dyno tuned. The only other mod is a...

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