No LS1 but have a Mach1
11-05-2008, 04:28 PM
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Pretty sure the transmissions are pretty stout. As for the under rating, I don't realy think so. They pretty much nip at an LS1's heels so I'm pretty sure they are a hair faster than a well maintained LT1. They weigh a bit more than the GT though because of the bigger valvetrain. Still though that 4.6L 4 cam screams at high rpm.
11-08-2008, 03:51 PM
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Pretty sure the transmissions are pretty stout. As for the under rating, I don't realy think so. They pretty much nip at an LS1's heels so I'm pretty sure they are a hair faster than a well maintained LT1. They weigh a bit more than the GT though because of the bigger valvetrain. Still though that 4.6L 4 cam screams at high rpm.
11-13-2008, 05:01 PM
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There's a dark grey/near black 03' Mach 1 for sale in AZ that I might go and look at tomorrow.
A Mach 1 or an 03/04 Cobra are about the only two mustangs I would buy.
I love the way Mach 1's sound with exhaust on them, they sound unbelievably good. I know they have an all aluminum block with the SVT heads I believe, but I am not sure how durable they are transmission wise. I know the motor can handle a lot of power and is fairly durable. And for a stock V8 6800 rpm redline is damn good considering it came out just five years ago.
Can anyone comment on the 5 spd transmissions on these things, and if there are any problems with the mach 1's in general? Because if I like what I see tomorrow, I might end up getting one if the price is good.
EDIT: And can anyone tell me if the Mach 1 engines are underrated as well? I kept hearing from mags and sites that the engine is rated at 305hp but puts out between 275-290rwhp.
A Mach 1 or an 03/04 Cobra are about the only two mustangs I would buy.
I love the way Mach 1's sound with exhaust on them, they sound unbelievably good. I know they have an all aluminum block with the SVT heads I believe, but I am not sure how durable they are transmission wise. I know the motor can handle a lot of power and is fairly durable. And for a stock V8 6800 rpm redline is damn good considering it came out just five years ago.
Can anyone comment on the 5 spd transmissions on these things, and if there are any problems with the mach 1's in general? Because if I like what I see tomorrow, I might end up getting one if the price is good.
EDIT: And can anyone tell me if the Mach 1 engines are underrated as well? I kept hearing from mags and sites that the engine is rated at 305hp but puts out between 275-290rwhp.
THey are under rated. A 'good' avg for 5pd machs is 275-280rwhp. A4s are typically 260-265.
Not it wouldnt'.......it's be better with a Forged 5.0 with a D1SC, T56 and 4.10s...or 3.55s with beefed 3650 though.
I ahve to admit, I was interested in getting an 05+ GTO though.
11-13-2008, 06:32 PM
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So I can't contribute too much since I am new, butt noone else seemed to notice.. or comment....
A hawk and a mach, it's a match made in heaven... Or am I the only one with this thought proces..
Nice its the same color as my grand am I just sold, rare color for my car too.
Couple buddies of mine from the south bay area near san fran have some pretty quick fords so i do respect them, one being i think its about a 10 or 11 second tbird turbo coupe, the guy has had the car for years. Another buddy of ours has an 03 cobra i think is red i haven't seen it along with his r33 skyline he brought back from being stationed in japan. The cobra though I think is built a little, not sure never got the full story. Ohh and he has a built 01 mustang with SC on it.
A hawk and a mach, it's a match made in heaven... Or am I the only one with this thought proces..
Nice its the same color as my grand am I just sold, rare color for my car too.
Couple buddies of mine from the south bay area near san fran have some pretty quick fords so i do respect them, one being i think its about a 10 or 11 second tbird turbo coupe, the guy has had the car for years. Another buddy of ours has an 03 cobra i think is red i haven't seen it along with his r33 skyline he brought back from being stationed in japan. The cobra though I think is built a little, not sure never got the full story. Ohh and he has a built 01 mustang with SC on it.
