Home
What's new
Latest activity
Authors
Store
Latest reviews
Search products
Forums
New posts
Search forums
What's new
New posts
New listings
New products
New profile posts
Latest activity
Members
Current visitors
New profile posts
Search profile posts
Log in
Register
Cart
Cart
Loading…
What's new
Search
Search
Search titles only
By:
New posts
Search forums
Search titles only
By:
Menu
Log in
Register
Navigation
Install the app
Install
More options
Change style
Contact us
Close Menu
Forums
Mustang Forums
2011-2014 Mustangs
2014 GT - Unsure on how to proceed w/ mods/customization, etc.
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Reply to thread
Message
<blockquote data-quote="matt5058" data-source="post: 16591543" data-attributes="member: 164345"><p>Ok, so I've owned my base 2014 GT 6 speed, which I affectionally call the <a href="https://tacopotatomustang.com/2019/07/05/the-dudestang-5-years-later/" target="_blank">DudeStang</a>, for almost 7 years. I recently had something fixed that was driving me crazy - some paint damage/scratches on the trunk lid and spoiler. The car isn't in perfect shape but it's in pretty good shape. It could definitely use a detail/wax soon though. </p><p></p><p>The engine is pretty much stock. I just have an AEM dry filter and an airraid intake tube. I've also got GT500 axle backs. Most of the mods I've done are to the suspension - Koni orange shocks and struts and lowering springs. I've also got caster camber plates, an adjustable panhard rod, lower control arms, and relocation brackets. I added the track pack wheels, which I'm pretty happy with appearance wise. The shifter is currently stock but I have used a Barton and Steeda. I didn't hate either one but I also wasn't super impressed with either one. I have a RaceSeng weighted shift knob, which I like a lot, and I'm planning to add the Blowfish bracket soon when I can make some time, and see how that feels. I've also got the Steeda clutch assist spring. </p><p></p><p>Maintenance wise, it's been pretty solid. I'm at almost 70k miles. I've replaced the front lower control arms, sway bar end links, and tie rod ends; a set of windshield wipers; had the rear axle bearings and brake rotors replaced under warranty; and have had the battery replaced. </p><p></p><p>Honestly, I love the car. It was my first Mustang and I love the way it looks and enjoy driving it. It's also got a lot of sentimental value for me, as my wife and I have taken it on many road trips, including to Florida and back for our wedding. We've even taken it camping. </p><p>[ATTACH]1693693[/ATTACH] </p><p></p><p>My only complaints about the car really are:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The seats are not that comfortable, and that has become more apparent as I've gotten older and particularly long road trips. I have a lumbar support pillow thing I use because the lumbar support on the stock seats is pretty awful. Finding a set of OEM Recaros seems like an exercise in futility and the other seat "upgrade" options aren't all that desirable. I am leaning towards trying to find a set of S550 seats and making them fit (I've seen at least one thread floating around where someone did that successfully). </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The bluetooth/Ford Sync no longer works with newer phones so the only way to listen to music from my phone is to use the USB cord and even that doesn't always work. The stereo isn't that impressive either, which is even more glaringly obvious since we bought our new Forester Touring, which has an excellent stereo. </li> </ul><p>I'd like a little bit more power but the "best", most cost-effective way to do this doesn't seem clear. I always thought I'd love to go the supercharger route but I've called a couple of shops and the standard approach seems to be adding a VMP/Roush or Whipple ($10k for parts & install) and tuning for 650-700 horsepower. That sounds fun and all but I'm not trying to get myself arrested or fly into orbit. I think I'd enjoy another 100+ safe, reliable horsepower. I've considered the NA route but it generally seems to be that you spend a lot of money for not a lot of additional power, unless I try to install things like a Boss intake and headers myself, then get a tune. I'm happy to be proven wrong on this particular bias. </p><p></p><p>Maybe I'm rambling at this point but I'm looking for things to make the car a bit more fun so I'm less tempted to upgrade for something newer/more expensive. Any thoughts or suggestions?</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="matt5058, post: 16591543, member: 164345"] Ok, so I've owned my base 2014 GT 6 speed, which I affectionally call the [URL='https://tacopotatomustang.com/2019/07/05/the-dudestang-5-years-later/']DudeStang[/URL], for almost 7 years. I recently had something fixed that was driving me crazy - some paint damage/scratches on the trunk lid and spoiler. The car isn't in perfect shape but it's in pretty good shape. It could definitely use a detail/wax soon though. The engine is pretty much stock. I just have an AEM dry filter and an airraid intake tube. I've also got GT500 axle backs. Most of the mods I've done are to the suspension - Koni orange shocks and struts and lowering springs. I've also got caster camber plates, an adjustable panhard rod, lower control arms, and relocation brackets. I added the track pack wheels, which I'm pretty happy with appearance wise. The shifter is currently stock but I have used a Barton and Steeda. I didn't hate either one but I also wasn't super impressed with either one. I have a RaceSeng weighted shift knob, which I like a lot, and I'm planning to add the Blowfish bracket soon when I can make some time, and see how that feels. I've also got the Steeda clutch assist spring. Maintenance wise, it's been pretty solid. I'm at almost 70k miles. I've replaced the front lower control arms, sway bar end links, and tie rod ends; a set of windshield wipers; had the rear axle bearings and brake rotors replaced under warranty; and have had the battery replaced. Honestly, I love the car. It was my first Mustang and I love the way it looks and enjoy driving it. It's also got a lot of sentimental value for me, as my wife and I have taken it on many road trips, including to Florida and back for our wedding. We've even taken it camping. [ATTACH]1693693[/ATTACH] My only complaints about the car really are: [LIST] [*]The seats are not that comfortable, and that has become more apparent as I've gotten older and particularly long road trips. I have a lumbar support pillow thing I use because the lumbar support on the stock seats is pretty awful. Finding a set of OEM Recaros seems like an exercise in futility and the other seat "upgrade" options aren't all that desirable. I am leaning towards trying to find a set of S550 seats and making them fit (I've seen at least one thread floating around where someone did that successfully). [/LIST] [LIST] [*]The bluetooth/Ford Sync no longer works with newer phones so the only way to listen to music from my phone is to use the USB cord and even that doesn't always work. The stereo isn't that impressive either, which is even more glaringly obvious since we bought our new Forester Touring, which has an excellent stereo. [/LIST] I'd like a little bit more power but the "best", most cost-effective way to do this doesn't seem clear. I always thought I'd love to go the supercharger route but I've called a couple of shops and the standard approach seems to be adding a VMP/Roush or Whipple ($10k for parts & install) and tuning for 650-700 horsepower. That sounds fun and all but I'm not trying to get myself arrested or fly into orbit. I think I'd enjoy another 100+ safe, reliable horsepower. I've considered the NA route but it generally seems to be that you spend a lot of money for not a lot of additional power, unless I try to install things like a Boss intake and headers myself, then get a tune. I'm happy to be proven wrong on this particular bias. Maybe I'm rambling at this point but I'm looking for things to make the car a bit more fun so I'm less tempted to upgrade for something newer/more expensive. Any thoughts or suggestions? [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Post reply
Forums
Mustang Forums
2011-2014 Mustangs
2014 GT - Unsure on how to proceed w/ mods/customization, etc.
Top