How To Make 300RWHP with a 2V Mustang

[@heathjohnson2575]

This is great for someone who really likes the new edge style and doesn't care about trying to be a racer boy. Like upgrading an old classic muscle car. Make it sound good with enough power to burn the tires and have a good time on a weekend cruise with the wife to a car show. No matter how much money you waste there will always be someone with a faster and better looking car than you. Most people spend years dumping tens of thousands into a project car then when they finally get it perfect they usually sell it and start all over again. An endless cycle of insanity.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Very well said! I couldn't agree more. Especially with this platform you can burn thousands real quick and still not have a fast car. The newedge style is and will be one of the best ever made IMO!

[@speedtreee]

I’ve done this many times and I just sold my car a week ago 😭

[@notsonice00]

starts it up: “whistle” me: welp

[@mikhailpugliano9610]

Lmaoo I was like cmon nowww hol up mannnn 😂

[@JG-oc8ov]

First mustang I ever rode in was a 2v, was hooked instantly. Bought a 2019 5.0 a year ago and have no regrets. Keep up the vids ill be watching

[@RatchetWrenches]

The new 5.0's are awesome too but it's something about a 2v! Thanks appreciate it

[@pvrrpghxst7867]

@@RatchetWrenches for me it’s a 3v that has my heart I’m buying a 2013 with 50k miles but if I ever blow the engine I want to put a 4.6 from a 2010 gt

[@dankbonkripper2845]

@@pvrrpghxst7867 I'm begging you don't do this

[@pvrrpghxst7867]

@@dankbonkripper2845 lmaoo you came late I bought a 2011 gt already so far I’m at 105k miles and still dropping mods on it since it’s my daily and I’m already building a 3v 😂

[@winey99cobra]

ßwesa

[@mikestang679]

Can't beat the sound of a 2V, with proper exhaust it sounds better than most other V8's 😁😁😁😁😁

[@RatchetWrenches]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@navyvet87zavala95]

I've heard alot of different v8s and got to say the 4.6 2v sound really nice.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Couldn't agree more! Just something about it sounds so good

[@N3HomeTech]

Exactly, say what you will, but those motors sound like a classic muscle car period. For some reason the Camaro/Firebird don’t have that sound despite having over 1.0 liter more of displacement.

[@r.g.5.0.h.o.51]

Fun fact alot don't know the bullet mustang ford actually tuned the exhaust to sound like the Steve McQueen mustang the 03 04 mach1 they tuned the exhaust to sound like a 428 cobra jet so yes I'd have to agree they sound much like a muscle car. My experience the 2v while not the most powerful they are very tough and forgiving the 4v I've only had 1 still have it an so far it's been very temperamental.

[@JermaineWilburn-xt3mc]

@@r.g.5.0.h.o.51 cool I didn't know that👍❤️

[@brianrobinson1259]

Yeah the Fox 5.0 and the New Edge 4.6 both are among the absolute best sounding of all time. I have a new edge with long tubes, Xpipe and flowmasters and a friend has a 5.0 fox and they both sound similar and excellent! I’ve had some 4th gen F bodies and they don’t sound nearly as good but I’ve had a couple that sounded good and had great power but these Mustangs just sound so much better! My F body handled much better but just wasn’t as much fun to drive as my new edge. It just feels so much lighter probably because it is smaller and lighter. You can just throw the new edge around easier. It just teaches you better car control in my opinion and experience. I love both cars equally but the Stang is just way more fun no doubt!

[@paulnowak4768]

Very informative, great video. We all appreciate ya taking the time to help the 2V community. Good luck on the Vette guys.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thank you! And of course, that’s what we’re here for. But thank you! We can’t wait to install the first mod we ordered last week😬

[@paulnowak4768]

I also went on Modular Head shops web sight and wow. They described what you touched on with great detail. Cams, gears, degreeing for you etc. I’m saving for cams and hopefully they’ll ship to Detroit!

[@RatchetWrenches]

They definitely know what they are talking about and explain things well. I'm sure they will ship there!

[@EliteLX]

Underdrive pulleys,catless X-pipe, Long tube headers, A/C delete,Aluminum driveshaft,drag radials out back. Good video bro!

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thank you! 👍🏼

[@CARDSTOPTCG]

These wake up best with longtubes combined with cams 👍

[@RatchetWrenches]

Couldn’t agree more, change the whole dynamic of the sound!

[@KenMileyJr]

Excellent video! Just my .02 after messing with these cars for over 20 years. Going to the bolt on route will nickel and dime you to death for very minimal gains. You'll spend thousands and MAYBE make 300 hp. The most cost effective way to make decent power in these cars is to just boost them. You can easily find used Vortech or Procharger kits for 2-2500 bucks. Install it with bigger fuel pump and injectors and go get it tuned. 400+ HP every time. The car will behave like a bone stock car with excellent drivability but have lots of power on demand.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Hey Ken thanks! I completely agree it's a lot of money for not a lot of power. Boost is the way to go. I bought an alternator from you and showed it in a more recent video, loving it! My now fully built internal turbo 2v should be ready in 2 weeks

[@KenMileyJr]

@@RatchetWrenches Well dang, I appreciate that! I'll see if I can find that video as I'd like to see it! Shoot me a message some time...

[@PrestigiousBurrito]

For all you peeps that want some power for your 2v, if you want a big cam, you NEED to buy other things to maximize all the money you spent on the cam. You’re gonna need heads, intake, exhaust and a tune. If you just throw the cam, it really wont do a ton on its own. But this is al after you basically do a tune up and bullet proof the engine if you can. More than average power on an engine that hasn’t been treated well or restored to its factory potential is either gonna disappoint with its power gains or something is gonna break. But otherwise, a really good vid.

[@WhoThisGuy515]

I've built and rebuilt quite a few of these mods motors over the years. Thing to do is grab an explorer block and drop 80lbs off the front of these cars if you want to stay 2v. If you have the equipment degreeing even the factory cams can get you a good bump if you don't have the money for AM cams. However with the 3v 4.6s getting so cheap now that's what i go to. Do a CMP delete and throw in some aftermarket cams with lock outs and the 2v computer can be tuned to run it no problem. Last 3v I did with stage 1 cams and long tubes made 324rwhp at 6800and 295rwt at around 4900. Ended up with 4.30 gears and that thing was fun to drive.

[@Grim1700]

U got ig?

[@guitarsandcars2586]

SLP loudmouth 1's are my go to exhaust for these cars. So glad I don't have to worry about emissions.

[@RatchetWrenches]

A lot of people run that set up! I'm a fan of the SLP 1's except at WOT it just sounds straight piped and not great. But with a nice set of cams and idle / around town driving you can't beat it

[@guitarsandcars2586]

@@RatchetWrenches yeah, they are quite acquired taste for sure. I love my loud raspy exhaust. Lol. Something about these two valves, the sound they make matches no other mustang for me. I don't really care that it's hard to pass 300 or 350 horsepower with them, the sound is what won me over.

[@johnharris9370]

Use a jack to install the midpipe. Loosen the bolts and jack up the pipe. Tighten them then let the jack down. You won't be hanging so low afterward.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yep that's what we ended up doing!

[@trackpackgt877]

Although the 2v doesn't make as much horse as the newer 3v or the new coyote they still run good and are awesome cars I have a 2010 3 valve I love it but I'm looking for a 2v to daily drive I was in high school when the two-valve 4.6 Mustang came out and back then 260 horse was great everybody wanted one nice car awesome video bro

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thank you. And you're definitely right! They are funs cars and pretty reliable from what I've seen.

[@justa3v619]

Zex makes a good kit too that’ll get you there lol. I’m actually looking for an old 2v new edge to start working on. Almost done with my 3v build now. Idk I guess I just like a challenge and don’t want a car note for a new coyote. You should see these camaro ss guys around here faces when I’m pulling away from them with a slow ass 3v. Haven’t put the 3v on the dyno but last week it ran a 12.8 @ 113mph on motor. With a terrible 2.12 60ft hoping for 11.5’s on a 100 shot may have to go up to 125. Still waiting for my nitrous tune from Lito now. Right now the car pretty much has every bolt on they make including hot rod cams still need an aluminum drive shaft. Just installed an adjustable rear upper and bracket rear lower relocation brackets and adjustable lowers and a stiffer panhard bar so hopefully next time out my 60ft will be a little better. Plan on doing about the same thing with a new edge except I’ll probably go with a centrifugal super charger instead of n2o

[@justa3v619]

Well I ended up getting an 02 gt convertible one owner with 76k miles. 100% bone stock when I got it but I been busy. First I just lowered it tinted the windows and cut the mufflers off lol. Got a cold air intake, bbk 78mm plenum/tb nx nozzle wet kit on a 125 shot right now using a sct iTSX to tune it. I planned on doing cams but cam across a good deal on a 2.1 Kenne bell kit, some longtubes, performance automatic shift kit, fti 2800rpm stall and a set of cheap coil overs are all currently sitting in my garage just waiting for the time to do it all. But honestly with just the cai, plenum/tb and nitrous I think it’s doing pretty good. It went 12.6@101mph the other day on the street. Just have some 315/35/17 nitto 555g2 tires think it would do even better with a drag radial. Track opens back up this coming Wednesday and I borrowed my buddys drag pack. So we will know in just a few days what it’ll do ima keep the 125 shot to start but if all goes well ima make a hit or two with a 150 shot. I’ll jump back in here and update though.

[@firezemissle6656]

Crazy how tech has changed so much that an engine with half the displacement and some boost can make this power.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Everything is basically 4 cylinder turbo now yeah times have changed for sure!

[@Carriesaglock]

Man my old LS1 Trans Am had a custom ground 230/236 cam, FAST 90 intake and 90mm throttle body, long tubes, and put down 400rwhp and ran an 11.89@118mph on slicks and skinnies. Good times.

[@RatchetWrenches]

That car sounds like a blast! Sure it sounded good too

[@ben2687]

I used to build loads od.those cars. They're ideal IMO.

[@ya_boy_jaxon7974]

Extend the back springs, and leave the same springs you have right now on the front. It gives it a more straight up bullet look, it might also fix the x-pipe issue for it touching the ground

[@James-es1fg]

Definitely looks nice with a bit of a rake

[@braxtondeets3365]

Fun cars. Start with intake and exhaust (shop) get to know some local car guys and ask some questions. Suspension and a wider tire 10.5 rim (315 tire) is a good first mod. Short throw shifter, gears, those are great ways to start modding in a simple way and allows you to be hands on if you want. There aren’t many of these cars that are left stock, if you’re looking to buy one, save up a couple thousand cash for some first mods.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yep pretty much everything you stated I did as my first mods! Very fun cars to work on and build

[@project_2v_]

Lovin the content brotha been watching for awhile can’t wait to tune mine 🤩

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thanks man we appreciate the support! Tune in this weekend we got something special going down. And you got upgraded cams too?

[@bullmastiff4494]

I've never done this... but would it be easier and cheaper to swap a 5.0 in? Both mod motors and a youtube guy said all the accessories bolt right on including motor mounts and a/c. The costs are the motor and the wiring or whatever. I think he said like 2000? For thr wiring/comp kit plus the engine. I think he said the trans bolts up as well. 400 plus hp sounds killer. Love to have 300 hp! Mines stock 99 black vert annv package 5 speed. Dull paint.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Wouldn't say easier or cheaper. From when I researched the swap to do it correctly people were saying all said and done you're looking around $10k give or take depending on a lot of factors. And this is to do it the right way. I'm sure you could cut corners but you'll get what you pay for. I've always just enjoyed the 2v platform and the sound they make personally. Obviously the power is much better stock on a 5.0 just comes with a price tag

[@khamp96]

I have a 2019 and a 1992 5.0 but I love the 2v mustangs

[@RatchetWrenches]

That's cool! And I do too something about this body style is great

[@groover7116]

My favourite generation of mustang for sure. Even tho stock power isn’t crazy, the sound and look alone is top notch.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Same! It's definitely iconic for sure!

[@asherfarnham7664]

New to the channel, loving the GT videos I'm looking to put the same cams in my crown vic, your videos definitely helped show what I can expect out of my 4.6

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thanks! We appreciate that. The cams we put in definitely added some nice power to the top of the RPM's

[@Seasniffer1969]

Sell the crown Vic and buy a Lincoln mark 8 ooor swap the 4v heads from the mark 8 onto your Vic.

[@bengordon7635]

I rebuilt a 1997 convertible with stock cams , valves and BBK shorty headers ,, 75mm intake and 5000 watt Apple sound system ,, great cruiser cars on 87 octane ,, good on gas and easy cheap Mods

[@boxcarent.3147]

Port the heads when doing the cams. Keep the stock exhaust manifold. Don't lower the car that low..Gears and good tires super important. Get a dynamic tune. And, don't forget your suspension better shocks struts, springs combo, upgrade control arms and poly bushing everywhere. Maybe an adjustable panhard bar after lowering car and better brake pads and rotor. Now your good to go.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yea TF heads or ported stock heads definitely will help free up the air flow. I like the car that low so I'm keeping it that way but I'll definitely be upgrading the suspension components probably this summer. Also gotta upgrade the brakes when you upgrade power!

[@lunisic]

😂😂 the second and 3rd sentence 😂😂

[@linoacuna4283]

they have pretty good torque stock wise.i have stage 2 cams and stages heads along with a stroker kit capable of handling 600hp.i spent alot just with those upgrades.everthing lined up didn't have any valve to piston clearance issues the car is pretty quick with a stock Diablo tuned

[@RatchetWrenches]

These cars definitely do have some decent torque that's for sure! Unfortunately if you stay NA things get expensive fast and unless you do a stroker kit like you did the power isn't worth the money IMO

[@anthonyfrontiera4876]

I have a 99 Mustang Gt convertible 5 speed. It has Crower stage 2 cam's, underdrive pulleys, BBK cold air intake, BBK mass air and throttle body. Also BBK ceramic long tube headers into a BBK X-pipe with Flowmaster 3 chamber mufflers. The rear gear is a 3.73. It's tuned for premium fuel, It put down on the dyno 295 RWHP and 305 foot pounds of torque. Since then I've added MSD super blaster coils. I gotta tell you those coils with a higher spark woke up the car. It pulls much stronger working in conjunction with all the other bolt-ons. I'm curious what gains I've made. This car is fun to drive and the sound of those cams is music to a car guys ears!!! The cams alone was worth 29 horsepower. If you can afford it do it, you'll love the car even more!!

[@shaun9156]

mm, you probably just replaced the 24 year old coil packs lol. I have seen 0(zero) dyno evidence of ignition coil packs gaining a significant amount over OEM packs. Unless, of course, there's a couple bad ones.

[@Seasniffer1969]

Its all in the heads man. Alot of die hard mustang guys would do the explorer head swaps back in the day with a port and polish on the heads+ cam just to hang with a stock ls

[@RatchetWrenches]

I wouldn't say it's all in the heads but the heads are known to flow pretty poorly that's why trickflow was so successful. Eventually, I'll probably have them ported out but for now I'm going to see how the car can perform on non ported PI heads!

[@paulmryglod4802]

​@@RatchetWrencheson the plus side, a trick flow head swap will show huge gains now that the stock heads are the biggest restriction.

[@arrgorndenethor]

I did 4:10s in my 96 GT, and it was great with the PI swapped engine I put it in long ago

[@RatchetWrenches]

410 gears are sweet from what I've heard! I definitely love my 373s. PI swap is a must too

[@arrgorndenethor]

@@RatchetWrenches I still have a non PI engine and a set of bare PI heads as well laying around.. I just bought a 04 Mustang GT

[@dixonhall447]

for some reason everyone thinks on these that you have to just make the exhaust as loud as possible when this sounds so good man

[@RatchetWrenches]

Right!? Everyone straight pipes them essentially and they are way too raspy! Nothing wrong with a deep done American Muscle V8! Thank you!

[@SvtCobraKid1]

Best 2v videos on KZbin

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thanks appreciate that!

[@Brandon-fn6id]

I wish all 99-04 GTs came with the 4valve... I feel like they’d still be sough after more right now if they had a 4v!

[@RatchetWrenches]

That would definitely be nice

[@jaygames148]

I’m glad my 01 Mercury came with 4 valve

[@yardmeat7499]

@Nathan Gregory marauders didn't have 2vs

[@alberthunt8501]

Muraders are 4v

[@micahrlusk]

@@yardmeat7499 marauders also didn't exist in 2001

[@micahrlusk]

All GT's have a limited slip.. they just use a clutch/friction type limited slip not a viscous or torsen. hence the clutches wear out and the consistency of the locking decreases. they make better clutches that last a lot longer and are stronger, they are more predictable than a VLSD but still not quite as good as a Torsen type LSD.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yeah this is what I meant to explain I realized after the video but you're right!

[@romanplayz2361]

Can I still use the mhs camshafts if I install a kenne bell 2.1 supercharger?

[@RatchetWrenches]

You can for sure. You'd just wanna run their supercharger "blower" cams specifically so you get the most power out of them!

[@evanhames2949]

Nice video even though I'm late to the party. I'm mid build at the moment, 2004 Mustang GT 74k miles, put stage 3 cams, 78mm throttle body, new cold air intake, different ignition coils, 4:10 rear gears, SLP Loudmouth 1s, and I'm going to have it on the dyno and get a tune, should I get heavier injectors? Believe the stock ones are 19, just figured I'd ask, also, ballpark of hp I should be pushing?

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thank you! And that sounds like an awesome build I'm sure it'll sound really good too! I don't think you absolutely need injectors but slightly bigger ones with a bigger fuel pump could never hurt and probably would be a good idea while you're upgrading everything! That way you never run out of fuel. I remember my stock fuel pump crapped out on the dyno up top making 290RWHP. You should see 300 easy with that set up

[@evanhames2949]

@@RatchetWrenches Thanks so much, I'll probably do that!

[@871263]

Good video, I would probably add a new set of heads so that it utilizes the cams more. The second would be a new upper intake manifold as well like the trick flow. Last thing I would add is a new billet flywheel, it really frees up rotational mass allowing the engine to rev faster. Keep up the great content!

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thank you! Yeah I've heard trick flow heads are one of the best. I'll definitely be doing that once I go forced induction. Makes sense with the billet flywheel too thanks for the tips!

[@codyramos3200]

Those heads are crazy expensive... $2,380 for the heads .. no cams , no lifters , no rocker arms, ... still would need to buy new timing chain set, gaskets , .... it gets crazy expensive instantly.. but should make 310+hp

[@codyramos3200]

@Tyler Hawk yeah.. but unfortunately the stock pi heads have a low ceiling when it come to performance... seems like most people hit the 280-290rwhp barrier with stock unported heads .. even seen alot of people still under 300 with ported heads... trick flow heads are the only real option for 300+hp n/a .. but thats a good $3,000 for heads cams valvetrain .. I didn't even pay that much for my 96 gt lol.

[@neilbrown82]

@@codyramos3200 no wonder everybody LS swaps these cars stock 6 l with a cam swap and you're over 400 wheel hp

[@stillamarine1001]

I had a 2000 mustang gt and I got 300 to the wheels with a single turbo and tuning . Plus some bolt ons.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yeah adding a turbo you can achieve 300HP with ease

[@almightysanchez4565]

Really thinking about doing a square body ranger with similar powertrain. 🤔

[@RatchetWrenches]

Not a bad idea !

[@TylerForeman-kk4do]

Exhaust helps open up alot especially with an aftermarket throttle body

[@N3HomeTech]

Great video, but you have to put the car in historical context. In 1999 a BMW M3 had 240 HP at the crank. I owned one new and still have it today. Short of a super car, the only vehicle that anything for me on the street was a Camaro/Firebird. I wanted a Firebird, unfortunately they were at least 5000 dollars more than a Mustang GT. Then one day I saw an Electric Green Mustang GT in the front line at Faulkner Ford. I was 22 and had to have it. Faulkner dissed me and I eventually bought my Electric Green 1999 GT from Brown Daub n Easton PA.

[@chumpkilla]

I am running Comp Cams Stage III on a 2002 automatic.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Bet it sounds awesome

[@jasonsand2355]

I think the hanging down issue is only with certain brands such as bbk, mac, I forget the others. I just ordered some ARH ones, I’ll update on ground clearance when I get em on

[@RatchetWrenches]

Interesting.. Definitely could be that. Yeah let us know!

[@Trucking4America316]

I have a 2004 gt, 4.6L V8, how do you find out if it's a 2V? Is the V for volt? How many different ones are there and what does it mean?

[@RatchetWrenches]

The V stands for valve. So 2v there are 2 valves per cylinder while 4v has 4 valves per cylinder. The GT's are 2v. There are 6-cylinder's, GT's, Mach 1's, and Terminator Cobras. Definitely Google it you can find all the info there it's a lot to explain in a comment

[@Trucking4America316]

@@RatchetWrenches Tyvm, I'll do that.

[@louisklein9207]

Did you need to tune for just the intake and TB or does the car compensate for the fuel by itself?

[@RatchetWrenches]

For the intake and throttle body you will not need a tune, if you want to get optimum performance out of it you can tune it but it’s not required

[@louisklein9207]

How much difference would you say using a canned tune for the TB and 93 octane would make for a car that’s manual transmission. I’m also guessing g the TB doesn’t do much in way of noticeable HP gains but will make more of a difference in how fast the car will rev to its peak curves making it feel quicker. Is that correct?

[@shelbyhilliard8677]

Im thinking k&n air filter and glasspacks just to wake it up a little what you think

[@RatchetWrenches]

You could try glasspacks but don't waste your money on the k&n filter

[@2vcrew782]

What cover is that over the rear window? I love it. Would look great on my 03 GT

[@RatchetWrenches]

Bought those louvers off American Muscle years ago. They give it that retro look I like it also 👍🏼

[@Babar13-2]

how much do you pay in insurance? looking to get a mustang when i come to the US next year btu im so scared of insurance becausze i know it can get super expensive in the US, will be insured with half coverage ( no point insuring a 7k car)

[@RatchetWrenches]

It's going to be completely different for everyone. I would call an insurance company to get a quote! It shouldn't be that expensive to insure for you I'd imagine

[@mmmmmMuffinz]

c5 vs 2V from a dig! let's see it!

[@RatchetWrenches]

Waiting for a nice day to do it but it will happen!

[@NewEdgeDesigns]

That will be a drivers race...

[@RatchetWrenches]

That's for sure!

[@69BigLou]

Luv both cars! Be safe and keep up the great content

[@Jtrivett79]

What about 2000 f150 4.6 ?? All factory and really want more power that I can’t still tow and daily drive.

[@RatchetWrenches]

You could do simple mods such as exhaust, intake, etc or you could slap a Vortech on it!

[@ryangamache8049]

With the new exhaust do you not hear the cams as much anymore?

[@RatchetWrenches]

You hear them a lot more with the new exhaust

[@ryangamache8049]

@@RatchetWrenches nice I’m getting mine next week I’m running open headers

[@cheetosnyder9728]

The 4.6 in my mustang got pulled from a 2009 police interceptor with 80,000. It's only intake, long tubes, and a tune but I never dyno'd it, probably a bit above 300

[@RatchetWrenches]

Probably around there I'm sure you're right

[@codyramos3200]

Interceptor has a 2v 4.6 just like the mustang... your 2v with listed mods probably is making 235hp if its auto, 245hp if its a manual ... + or - 5hp for both numbers ball park figure.

[@kylehennen]

I love the 2v sound but I am not sure if there is another mustang that costs more per hp for increase.

[@lulujrlaulom7905]

you need to get a set of FRPP underdrive pullies... my 99 got 7hp out of it

[@RatchetWrenches]

Nice, I have heard those are helpful I'll have to look into it.

[@linoacuna4283]

once u get a tubular k.member installing lt headers should be easy been down that road when I had shorty headers on pain in the ass with the stock kmember

[@RatchetWrenches]

Very true. We have a tubular k member now with a turbo kit on it. That stock k member is just too bulky

[@sergebasque8460]

I’am not sure how long you had the BBK ceramics longtube are you having any of the ceramic coating coming off .Thanks!

[@RatchetWrenches]

They've been on for over a year and seem to be holding up well

[@ol_smokey9370]

I'm doing the same cams, 75mm Plenum, UD pulleys, and I put in 12cc pistons, stock manifolds with bassani off road x pipe, flow master cat back, and 3.73s. I'm interested to see what it puts out.

[@RatchetWrenches]

I'd say just shy of 300RWHP if I were to guess. Should be interesting though

[@ol_smokey9370]

@@RatchetWrenches it will have more power than my Brother-in-law's Monte Carlo, that's all I care 😆

[@genericdude6551]

I've been looking for cheaper solutions to getting the HP higher without doing a Coyote swap (even though the Coyote upgrades would give more HP). Isn't there a higher gear ratio available for the rear axle - like 4.2:1?

[@treygirard9778]

Where did you guys get those back window louvers

[@RatchetWrenches]

AmericanMuscle.com

[@metalted6128]

Another great video! Thanks !!

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thank you!

[@dogman9501]

Port and polish heads and supercharger make more power

[@RatchetWrenches]

Ended up going with a turbo and love it

[@TheNutshaq]

Feel bad for the Crown Vic guys who have to watch endless Mustang videos on how to mod their car

[@RatchetWrenches]

Hahaha yeah exactly

[@jaydenwilliams2808]

Do you guys think it’s possible to fit any headers on an automatic transmission for a regular gt 2v?

[@5.0-LJ_]

Definitely bro got kooks headers on my auto 2v

[@dougp5044]

Thanks for the break down. You going to get a new radiator? Alot of great aftermarket brands help your Stang run a little cooler we all know a cooler running engine is a more proficient engine.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yeah eventually we’re gonna get one I’m sure, also once we go boosted too we’ll be getting a intercooler too which will help with the heat!

[@dougp5044]

@@RatchetWrenches cool a lot of people overlook keeping their engines cool. I think it is why a lot of people have issues that could be solved with a better radiator and a good water pump.

[@RatchetWrenches]

I agree the more power you add the more cooling you’ll want! People definitely overlook it and it causes some major heat soak and can ruin the cars performance and engine

[@Motorsportsgeek]

If i had to do it all over again I would just go straight to a supercharger. My 01 bullitt went from 270whp to 430whp with a small pulley vortec and it changed the car drasticly

[@RatchetWrenches]

Agreed! Spending hundreds to thousands on bolt ons is a waste of money in the long run if you're trying to make big power. Just go forced induction

[@392Dizzo]

What sight did you order it from ??

[@Motorsportsgeek]

@@392Dizzo I pieced the kit together myself with a lot of upgraded parts. The kits they sell and without a bullitt intake manifold, you will most likely make under 400whp with the kits they sell, especially the cheaper none intercooled versions.

[@392Dizzo]

@@Motorsportsgeek imma need you to make a KZbin channel broski. You got the craftsmanship to make it big

[@jaydenhendershot8841]

I cant get longtubr headers cause i have a automatic🥲ordered them and realized there only for manual

[@RatchetWrenches]

Ahh yeah that's unfortunate i think the transmission gets in the way for the automatics right?

[@brandongrabinski6029]

I have a 96 with the BBK throttlebody 24# injectors BBK cold air stage 2 cams and pi swap made 315 rwhp also has msd coil packs

[@RatchetWrenches]

What brand cams and were the heads ported? 315 seems impressive with just those mods.

[@brandongrabinski6029]

@@RatchetWrenches mhs gen 2 it also has BBK shorts with BBK h pipe 373 gears I don't believe the heads are ported but not sure the previous owner did the pi swap

[@brandongrabinski6029]

Victor Jr intake as well

[@neilbrown82]

@@brandongrabinski6029 eww msd coil packs I've thrown a few sets of those in the trash OEM Motorcraft coils for the win

[@neilbrown82]

@@brandongrabinski6029 yeah that's a single plane intake design for high RPM you're going to kill all the low end power on a two valve which it's lacking anyway

[@linoacuna4283]

about 217 on same cheap dynos but if u really want real. numbers the mustang dyno will hurt your feeling big time been there done it a few times.also getting 300hp is pricey I bought stages cams from comp cams and stages heads from patriot performance back In 2005 running super rich car made 285hp to the wheels without a tune.when it was tuned it ran stupid fast still have my 2v and ready for boost

[@dillonhood8550]

Were you running a stock fuel pump then upgraded?

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yep!

[@nick_stang_01]

Actually don't have issues with my exhaust after my long tubes, get it tucked up out of the way

[@RatchetWrenches]

Must be a different mid pipe you're running I've heard BBK hang a little low. But we're going turbo now so hopefully we don't have any issues with that now

[@anthonydagosto7672]

What part of Jersey u guys from, I'm in NJ also

[@RatchetWrenches]

We’re from Somerset county hbu?

[@austinjerrett9326]

Are these upgrades available on a regular 1999 mustang it’s my first car but jw if I ever want to do these mods in the future

[@RatchetWrenches]

Yeah everything is available for the 99 also!

[@johnnyjennings1040]

Is that factory paint I have a identical car with looks to be the same paint

[@RatchetWrenches]

Technically it's a Maaco paint job so I don't think it's Ford spec but it's the closest to the Ford black paint code!

[@emersontalkington8750]

Do you need to tune the car when putting on long tube headers?

[@RatchetWrenches]

Some kind of tune (email / dyno) would be recommended yeah you're changing the airflow drastically within the exhaust

[@gearedupproduction8290]

How much clearance do you need for longtubes? I’m lowered in the front and would like the go that route for gains.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Not sure exactly but I was on Eibach Street Line lowering springs and never scraped my long tubes, just the xpipe here and there.. Coil overs might be a different story. Maybe try asking on some forums people with the set up could help you out. I currently am running a turbo set up and sold my long tubes

[@gearedupproduction8290]

@@RatchetWrenches I’m on lowered springs in the front idk

[@dankfhc8387]

I'm close to FBO I have kn CAI sr performance underdrive pulleys really helped my throttle response, msd coil packs, and Borla atak catback it just sounds mint

[@RatchetWrenches]

Nice sounds like a sweet set up!

[@dankfhc8387]

@@RatchetWrenches thanks man I really appreciate it follow me on insta and I will hit u with one back my @ is Redfire_jimmy I have a 03 redfire vert. Next step on my whip is coilovers instal my saleen body kit and then hit it with some cams an Intake plenum and mani and a tune but it’s gonna take a hot min before I get there haha

[@macvoodoo123]

Curious, why didnt you change the heads or get them ported? I'm looking at twisted wedge heads. Expensive! Any thoughts?

[@RatchetWrenches]

Didn't seem worth the investment to me it does add a little bit of horsepower and they will flow better. If you can justify the price, go for it!

[@macvoodoo123]

@@RatchetWrenches My car is a 96 GT with stock non-PI heads so I'm gonna try to swing it. It is a hefty price tag though.

[@neilbrown82]

@@macvoodoo123 pi top end swap will wake up ur car,

[@isaacabernathy8819]

do u need a bama tuner to get it dyno tuned or can u just go there to get it tuned without needing anything

[@RatchetWrenches]

You don't need one but it's definitely a good thing to have especially if you want different tune set ups

[@therealstro26]

im just here to ask in the comment is it possible to install a Whipple supercharger to a stock 4.6 2v block or not possible or what would i have to install to to be able to install the whipple thank you to any who can answer this

[@RatchetWrenches]

Found this on a SVT forum from couple years ago which explains it pretty well. "Kenne bell makes a kit for the stock 2v, and torq tech makes kits that allow you to put superchargers designed for the 4v motor onto your 2v. Both will replace your intake manifold, throttle bodies, intakes, fuel pumps and MAF."

[@travischaddock4826]

The 2Vs don't make a lot of power but they are such good engines. I have beat the snot out of mine for years. And I mean beat on it. 4 transmissions, clutch kits, fuel pump, lots of tires and doing just dumb shit. All of that over the years and all I ever did was change oil and plugs. Motor still chugging along sounds good as it did when I bought it. It just hit 160k

[@RatchetWrenches]

Couldn't agree more! They are pretty stout and as long as you keep up with general maintenance you'll be good

[@windsormohler5031]

Just put pi heads and cms stage 1 cams, and longtubes on my 98 2v hoping to break that 3xx whp mark 🤞

[@RatchetWrenches]

You should be very close if you don't hit it with those mods!

[@windsormohler5031]

@@RatchetWrenches 👍ok sweet i was hoping so, Lee at Blankenship is tuning it and I hear hes really good

[@413-n9k]

If someone could rly shift, how well do 2vs do in 0-60

[@RatchetWrenches]

I could give it a shot, I think I am pretty good at shifting quick on the lower end

[@DHeagleBBQ]

Did I miss the Dyno sheet or how much power your car made ?? Great video though

[@RatchetWrenches]

I don't think I put it in this video but it's in our video of the first drive after being tuned with the cams. Thanks though!

[@-tyxoid-4630]

Is that a stock bumper? It looks good asf

[@RatchetWrenches]

Nope it's the 03-04 Cobra bumper but thanks yeah it changed the entire front end imo

[@adamhelmers3185]

im making 280hp 330trq on a 2004 2v with just long tubes, c&l intake plenum and 75 mm throttle body with a dyno tune

[@RatchetWrenches]

That ain't bad! Stock cams?

[@adamhelmers3185]

@@RatchetWrenches yup! engine is unopened!

[@rodgergomez6950]

Overall price on all mods? 🙏

[@sergebasque8460]

Great info and tips. Continue with your content.👏👍💪🇨🇦

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thanks we appreciate that. Definitely will

[@austinbishop7430]

Dude where did you get that front bumper from?? It makes the car have so much more shape.

[@RatchetWrenches]

It really does! We bought it on ebay. We made an entire video for it feel free to check that out if you're interested

[@deanojet2991]

Coming from someone who's first car was a 2004 GT, I'm telling you, sell that thing and get a 5.0, you and you're channel will thank me.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Appreciate the thought and comment but rn our channel is thriving ever since we boosted this thing. So we’re good 👍🏽 maybe one day we’ll add a 5.0 to the channel but rn it’s such a saturated market with everyone just doing 5.0 content

[@samuelhankerson7179]

What size injectors

[@RatchetWrenches]

In this video they were stock so 24 lbs I believe. We are now running 60 lb FIC for our turbo kit we installed

[@Dutch1982]

Thoughts on a Steeda email tune?

[@RatchetWrenches]

Don't have to much experience with them and email tunes but generally for bolt ons email tunes will suffice, anything larger like a camshaft or FI I would recommend a dyno tune or sending data logs and remote tuning

[@tornadomaster7778]

can you send the links for the exhaust

[@RatchetWrenches]

Long Tubes: www.americanmuscle.com/bbk-longtube-9604gt.html O/R xpipe they don't sell anymore due to EPA regs. Borlas: www.americanmuscle.com/borla-s-catback-99-04-gt.html

[@tr427r7]

where did you get those headlights?

[@RatchetWrenches]

AmericanMuscle.com they are just the smoked headlight housings

[@equisequis.55]

no, the stock throttle body for a 4.6 is 70mm and 65mm for a 3.8 six cylinder so 75mm is a little better

[@MrBuckshot18]

I could not deal with that low of exhaust lol I would be freaking out every time I drive

[@RatchetWrenches]

Hahah yeah I have to dodge every pothole and speed bump it's stressful. But my new set up won't hang this low

[@andrei1971]

What type of gas mileage do you get with the 3.73 gears?

[@RatchetWrenches]

Honestly never calculated gas mileage with this car 😂 I just drive it to enjoy it but if I were to guess somewhere around 15mpg

[@andrei1971]

@@RatchetWrenches I had a 4.6 with stock gears that was running too rich and I calculated it was only making 13 MPG. It was a little too demanding on the finances for my liking.

[@Faith0929ROK]

Good job on the upgrades but it’s not worth modding a 2v mustang. That motor just can’t handle any serious power unless at minimum rods, crank and pistons are forged swapped and blower is added. The WAP blocks don’t help either. It will become a money pit and will still be way underpowered leaving you dissatisfied and pissed. Save up little more and buy one already modded so you don’t need to spend time and money. Preferably already ones with forged internals so you don’t need to worry about if you’re gonna throw a rod or split a block.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Thank you and I know it can be a big money pit but this car has sentimental value to me and I've learned a lot building it and wanna continue building it.

[@jayward5352]

I know this is older. But I was debating on a 5.0 swap.

[@RatchetWrenches]

Coyote swaps are very common and a great starting point for a N/A build or if you wanna boost it also. To do it correctly is definitely not cheap though

[@monzogaming7416]

Where in NJ are you? I live in NJ too and I’ve always wanted a Mustang lol

[@RatchetWrenches]

Somerset County

[@monzogaming7416]

@@RatchetWrenches Ah ok. I live in Boonton, so we are a bit far from each other lol

[@Factsharing99]

@@RatchetWrenches you and your friends seem cool man I used to live in Pennsylvania now im back down south in Mississippi but plan on coming back I wanna meet you and the guys and see the car in person! Lol

[@mikelarry9517]

That’s the thing about the new edge when you lower them. The exhaust scratches the pavement . That’s why on my mustang I don’t have a full exhaust no cats no mufflers just straight pipes coming out from side exhaust.not legal but who gives a shit when your in Texas lol

[@RatchetWrenches]

Anything goes in Texas! 🇺🇲