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THIS is what you need --- just call Gary Patterson at Shelby and order it up - tell him I sent you... 'cause I told him you're a baller and carry big cash!

http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/a...0nats/file.jpg

This is Jack Mauer's "new" Mustang.... It's a fantastic car!

http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/a...ats/file-1.jpg

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Originally Posted by GregWeld (Post 445850)

It said my message was too short so added this so you could see what I really said... :lol:

it said it was too short because you put your comments INSIDE the quotes; to the software you didn't post anything. ;)

Matt, I cant believe I missed this thread! Awesome work, I'm glad to see another "NON-PRO" dive into metal work like this. Keep up the great work. :thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by Matt.A (Post 428102)

I have access to a bunch of tools, and really wish I knew how to use them.:unibrow:
Matt

Now you finally understand my signature line......

Then I have to agree with you ideals on a modern Ford engine and a reasonable supercharger if you want big hp in a Stielow fashion with a Ford symbol. http://www.evoperform.com/shop/index...oducts_id=1080

I can see why these guys are saying LS as you can make the same power for a hell of a lot less. What does a pull out mod motor bring?

Matt,

As you know the nice thing about the Coyote swap in the early Mustangs is that it's becoming fairly common.

Yes the 6.2L SOHC Ford has an iron block, but it should be a very torquey motor. Not sure how the dimensions compare.

With more cam and breathed on heads and intake, might give you the power you need while still keeping a lot of factory parts. I would think the price is likely to be a lot better than a Coyote, but I haven't checked.

Always can bore and stroke it as well. Nice not to have mess with a blower.

I've read that a lot of unlocked potential was left on the table with that motor.

It would be different too.

I have to tell ya Matt..... I just today somehow stumbled into this thread. I went back to page one and read all of it and double checked all the pics etc.

Somehow I thought you were building the GT500... so just wasn't interested in looking to see what was really going on.

Personally - I'm very proud of you! It takes real guts to cut up a perfectly good car, take on the challenges, and see it through. It's not easy. It is fun.

I like what you've done. :thumbsup: :lateral: :cheers:

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Originally Posted by Vegas69 (Post 445837)

Is a small block Ford with EZ EFI or similar really the end of the world? I happen to know one of the best small block Ford builders around.:unibrow: I'd go with the one at the bottom of this page just to send Starsky and Cole home with their tail between their legs. http://pettisperformance.com/?page_id=5

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Originally Posted by Matt.A (Post 445844)

Argg, you aren't helping me. In fact you're all helping to turn me into the next Ron Myers. That engine is badass. Those red and blue fittings just send it over the top in being the right amount of wrong for me. So much for oem driveability in Socal traffic. Perhaps a chat with Pettis will be in order...

Greg that car is crazy fast from what I have heard from others. I won't be as fast as him, so I think I should focus on looking better when the hood is up. :lol:

I actually like that motor. Screw SoCal traffic ..:D

We stopped by BOS to pick up the Mopar and to see your mustang in person finally. Well, I did see the before stage when Mark owned it.

I must say, I don't know what you do for a living but you have a skill to fall back to if the current one gets boring. :thumbsup: Very nice work.

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Originally Posted by Matt.A (Post 445841)

Who knows, next week I might just change my mind and decide I want to build a Ford equivalent of Badmotorfinger. I would, of course have Chevy stripes on it. :lol:

That's the best idea you've had all year.

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Originally Posted by Matt.A (Post 445844)

Those red and blue fittings just send it over the top in being the right amount of wrong for me.

Yes! :woot:

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Originally Posted by Matt.A (Post 445847)

I want something more Stielow-esque in terms of drivability. And before anyone says it, yes if that is what I'm after, an LS and plenty of driving lessons are probably the solution, but I did say, "similar," not the same.

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Originally Posted by Vegas69 (Post 445862)

Then I have to agree with you ideals on a modern Ford engine and a reasonable supercharger if you want big hp in a Stielow fashion with a Ford symbol.

Totally agree and this sounds like exactly what you want and will get you the best of everything you're seeking, budget notwithstanding. :D

Coyote + blower = :thumbsup:

Of course the problem with that is it sounds boring to Rob. :lol: