Darren5.0L's 1995 Mustang GTS

Darren5.0L · #1 07-09-2006

Engine: 5.0L High Output, rated 215 BHP 280 BTQ (dynoed 195 RWHP 275 RWTQ Dynojet)
Transmission: Factory Borg-Warner World Class T-5 Manual
Final Drive: Factory 2.73:1
Options: GTS package
Performance 16.xx @88.xx MPH

Current Engine:

Current Specs:
Engine: Supercharged 5.0L High Output, 320.5 HP & 380 TQ (Runs Aborted at 4400 RPM, Ignition Problems) MD-600 Dyno
Transmission: Same as above with synthetic fluids and UPR Short throw shifter
Final Drive: Ford Racing 3.55:1 with Steeda speedo correction gear
Performance: 12.88 @109 MPH (Nitrous Combo - 312 HP & 330 TQ MD-600 Dyno)

Mod List:

Engine

KENNE BELL 2.2L Blowzilla @10psi
KENNE BELL Flowzilla Manifold
FRPP GT40 B50 Lower Intake Manifold (Ported)
HOLLEY CNC 75mm Throttle Body
UPR 75mm 3/8" Throttle Spacer/EGR Delete
GRAND TOURING CONCEPTS 90mm Cold Air Inlet

TRICKFLOW Twisted Wedge Heads
SCORPION 1.6 Roller Rockers

MAC Longtube Headers
MAC 2.5" Prochamber Midpipe
BORLA/SVO Side Exit Exhaust

UPR Smog Pump Delete
EGR Delete
MARCH UD Pulley Set

FRPP 42 lbs/hr Injectors
WALBRO 255 LPH H.O. Fuel Pump
FRPP 90mm Lightning MAF
T4M0 CBAZA Tune by Matthew Puzey @ Tecmotion
FORD Racing Black 9mm Wires
CRANE Fireball Coil
MSD Cap and Rotor
ACCEL Performance TFI Module

Driveline
McLeod 800 Series Clutch and Pressure Plate
STEEDA Billet Clutch Quadrant
STEEDA Billet Firewall Clutch Adjuster

UPR Bluethunder Short Throw Shifter
Full Synthetic Fluids in Engine/Transmission/Rear Differential
FRPP 3.55:1 Gears

Suspension & Brakes
Ford Racing BULLITT front & Rear Sway bars
Tokico BULLITT Shocks & Struts
Eibach Pro-Kit Springs
Hotchkis Double Adjustable Upper Control Arms with Spherical Bushings
Hotchkis Lower Control Arms
Energy Suspension Urethane Steering Rack Bushings
1995 Cobra R 17X9" Wheels
KUMHO Escta MX's 275/40/R17
FRPP 13" 2-piston Cobra Brake Package

Interior
Painless Wiring Nitrous Hide-a-Switch panel
Rear Seat Delete
SVT Cobra Brushed Shift Knob
SVT Cobra Pedal Kit

Appearance

FRPP 1995 Cobra R (PN#R58) Hood
MACH 1 Chin Spoiler
SVO Side Exit Skirts
Stainless Steel Bumper Inserts

Electronics
TwEECer R/T
Innovate LM_1 Wideband
Autometer Digital Programmable Shift-Lite system (DPSS Stage 2)
Autometer Sport Comp Vac/Boost Gauge
GTECH Pro Competition
Whistler Pro 73 Radar Detector
Motorola FRS
Sirius Satilite Radio

Awaiting install:

MM Castor/Camber Plates

Awaiting Purchase:

Comp Cams Camshaft
302-362ci BOSS 302 engine build.
and supporting mods
Urethane bushing kit
MM Subframe Connectors

Pile of Shame
Below is all the parts I have used and gotten rid of for one reason or another.

Painted Red Factory Single Piston Calipers
NAPA Ceramic Brake Pads
Hankook Ventus K102 Tires 255/40/ZR17
Autometer Vacuum Gauge
Cervini's Stalker Ram-Air Hood
Ford Racing Hood Pins
Cervini's RAM-AIR system
K&N Airfilter
C&L Truflow Inlet Pipe
Flowmaster 2.25” 40 series mufflers
Superchips Inc Blue Chip
MSD Coil
MSD Superconducter Wires
Eagle 077 Series 17X8" Wheels
FRPP M51 Exhaust
BBK Fenderwell Cold Air Kit
ZEX WET Nitrous Kit (75HP jetting)
ZEX Purge Kit
ZEX Bottle Warmer
ZEX Blowdown tube
ZEX Inline Guage and Manifold
Autometer Rail Mounted Fuel Pressure Gauge
PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS Typhoon EFI Manifold (Heavily Ported)
PRO PRODUCTS SN95 Throttle Body Adaptor
AEROMOTIVE Billet Adjustable Fuel Pressure regulator
1995 Cobra J4J1 Tune Custom Modded by Me
SPEC Stage 3 Ceramic Clutch and Pressure Plate

The Background of the 1995 Mustang GTS
Mustang enthusiasts are familiar with the SN-95 Mustang Cobra and the speciality vehicles produced by Saleen, Steeda, Roush and a few others. Some are even aware of the turbocharged 4 cylinder SVO Mustang's of the mid 80's. True rarity of these cars is not dictated by how many people are aware of their existence or how much money is needed to put one into an owners garage. Rarity is based on uniqueness and production numbers. The Mustang GTS is a prime example of these qualities.

What exactly is a Mustang GTS?
To make it simple, think of it as a throwback to the old Mustang LX's of the pre-SN-95 era. GTS' came standard with the basic equipment that made a Mustang a GT. This included the HO 302cid pushrod V-8 powerplant, Borg-Warner T-5 manual transmission and a Traction-Lok axle. Obvious external characteristics of a GTS are the absence of a rear decklid spoiler, lack of fog lamps in the front airdam and 16"x7" 5 spoke SN-95 "waffle" pony rims. Factory original GTS' will have the "Mustang GT" logo embossed on the rear bumper cover, as is the case on standard GT's, and "Mustang GT" badging on the front fenders. Dual 2.25" stainless steel tail pipes exit the back.

Inside the passenger compartment the GTS Mustang shares the same amenities as the base V-6 Mustang. Seats are cloth and only the drivers side, 4-way power adjustable is an option. Windows and door locks are manual. Only the driver and passenger side mirrors are powered. Air conditioning and an AM/FM stereo cassette player are standard. Visor mirrors are non-illuminated, as opposed to illuminated like the GT and convertible Mustang's. The instrument pod is the only interior amenity borrowed from the GT (7000rpm redline tach, 150mph speedometer, fuel, volt, oil, and temp gauges.)

As a side note, all options on V6 models were also available on the GTS. These options are easily broken down into two categories.

Package Group 1 consisted of power windows, door locks and remote decklid release(standard on GT and convertible.)

Group 2 consisted of cruise control, dual illuminated visor mirrors (standard on GT and convertible) and AM/FM stereo cassette player with premium sound. 4-wheel antilock brakes, an AODE transmission*, and remote keyless entry* were also options.

Customers were able to order GTS' from the factory with as little or as many options as they wanted. Options were also available at the dealer, on request of the purchaser.
Ford did away with the GTS designation in 1996, with 1995 being the only year a true GTS model existed, replacing it with the 248A option package, which deleted many things from the car and made it comperable to the GTS. This package continued to be offered until the end of the 1998 model year. As of late, Ford does not plan to offer a stripped version of the current Mustang GT

These are the Production numbers for the 1995 GTS:

Total: 6,370
w/T5:4,848
w/AODE: 1,522

By Color
Canary Yellow: 344
Vibrant Red:25
Rio Red:777
Laser Red:1,123
Sapphire Blue:96
Bright Blue:197
Deep Forest Green: 1,002
Teal:217
Opal Frost:312
Black:1,430
Crystal White:847

GTS Specifications

Powerplant
Type-V-8,Horsepower(Net)-215@4,200rpm Valves-16,OHV Torque(Net)-285@3,400rpm Displacement-302cid,5.0L Fuel System-Sequential multi-port EFI Compression-9.0:1 Exhaust System-True Dual, Stainless Steel Body/Chassis
Drivetrain Type-Rear-wheel drive
Body Type-Unitized Front Suspension-Modified MacPherson strut, tubular stabilizer bar, nitrogen gas hydralic struts
Rear Suspension-Quadra-link coil spring system, tubular stabilizer bar, nitrogen gas hydralic shocks
Steering-Power rack and pinion, 14.7:1 ratio
Brakes-Power 4-wheel disc w/ optional ABS
Tires-225/55ZR 16 Firestone Firehawk SVX All Season
Fuel Capacity-15.4 gallons
Dimensions
Wheelbase-101.3"
Length-181.5"
Height-52.9"
Width-78.1"

The Fox Master · #2 07-09-2006

Welcome to MustangCanada!

Sweet ride - I love the wingless look.

shakes · #3 07-09-2006

Very nice ride... clean look.

How do you like that ram air hood? do you see any gains from it?

Darren5.0L · #4 07-09-2006

I really like the fit and finish of the Cervini's body parts and would recommende them to anyone. as for the Ram-Air setup, it is kind of neat to have but I am unsure about exact power gains from it. As it has no effect on a typical dyno. But I did notice that I was getting 1-2 more in-Hg of Vacuum during cruising on the highway vs not having it installed, and this would indicate that the engine was working a little less to maintain the same speed. For the trouble of the install, I simply recommend the Kenne Bell or March setup for anyone who wants to go the ram-air route. Or if you purchase the RAm-Air hood and duct at the same time from Cervini's I recall that they will molded them together free of charge. My friend has the March setup, he likes the power it gives, but dislikes the cheap plastic duct, and fabbed' up his own.

shakes · #5 07-09-2006

I was contimplating the cervinni's ram air hood and stalker front bumper, but after seeing a 2.5 inch cowl hood I new that was the one for me. I still do plan on getting the bumper though, I just love the agressive look and of course the mustang in the grille.

I saw a pic of this notch with a cowl/ram air setup with the cowl painted black and the rest the body color (red). It looks amazing.

Here's a pic

The Fox Master · #6 07-10-2006

Shakes, those headlights are freekin hideous.

Darren5.0L · #7 07-10-2006

I was originally planning on doing something like that with this one I have, but after having the flat black of 2-3 years now I've grown attached to the look and the similar trim to the 69-70 Mach 1's.

Nice pun about the lights the are HIDeous!