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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 07:33 PM
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ive swapped a few cars so far but, im torn between building my 65 impala or my 66 mustang coupe,...what do you think would be a cooler build?

ls3 approx 580hp
prc cnc aftermarket heads
holley hi ram
235 239 cam
10.5:1
lunati link bar lifters
stage 3 t56 6 speed twin disc clutch
holley efi
also have a stroker kit for it as well..... i just am stuck on which to build.. both will handle the horsepower

anybody give their input thanks!
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Impala. Hands down. The end.
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lol i knew you would say that
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Cars getting any other mods??
Mini tubs etc ....
Impala does not take a very wide tire in the rear does it??
Not sure about the stang
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the impala will fit 295 55 15, and mustang 255 60 15...i may mini tub the mustang,with a 4 link rear set up
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65 impimper!!!
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