Should You Modify A Mustang 4.0 ?

[@as1krax]

It’s a great beginner car..easy to work on and you won’t die in it

[@kidsh3lby117]

Everyone who talks crap on a v6 mustang obviously drives a v6 camaro or v6 challenger

[@deathrager2404]

or doesnt evn have money for a 4 cylinder...

[@davidq8469]

Got the same car recently. Just took care of the cosmetics, daily driver until I graduate college and get my financial stuff situated. Ladies love the looks so far and don’t care for the horsepower, I feel like we all just get insecure because other dudes bash on the V6 constantly.

[@CupaJoe]

I’m not going to lie, the V6 Mustang is always underrated, it has great torque, light weight, great at handling, and to be fair the cosmetics part is so very fun ! The 4.0 for sure gives off a great muscle car sound for what it is and to be honest you can have so much space under that hood, you could have a ton of fun (modding, etc) daily it’s amazing, the mpg is incredible and it’s so very comfortable. I’ve always felt insecure of the same infill I realized those damn v8 stangs are out numbered, the V6 has always been the prized possession of ford and if you simply look at it, besides the mustang V6 the actual GT of Ford (not the mustang) is a V6 carrier as well !! I love my car, it will teach me more than any other car as I take my way in my future car collection but it’s truly a great fucking car and I hope you take as much pride as I do in mine David ! :)

[@TeddyLove01]

Yeah I got my 05v6 the beginning of the summer and I’ve had on my smile face every drive 😬

[@EarthSurferUSA]

Now how the heck can you "feel" that I am an insecure 4.0 owner? Been watching Opera? lol

[@stevenlopez5832]

The 4.0 might not be the best. I have bolt on's, tune and built rear end. I haven't had a problem beating newer 3.7's. Yes the 4.0 is different and unique to build and everyone is shocked when I tell them it's just an old V6. But it's still great fun and I say build it if you love.

[@80eddie26]

It’s a fun daily to me but for me to build it would be for the challenge & if I had deep pockets, but it’s crossed my mind to use a moddbox supercharger not gunna lie

[@dhensley35]

I'll tell you what, mines modified enough to beat an ls2, 4.6 2v, and a tuned 12v cummins. My racing record is 14 wins 5 losses, if I can do it no boost anyone can

[@af7318]

They have the same power and 0-60 as the foxbodies. Just for reference

[@AustinTidwell]

Game Life 616 ls2 run around 450+ hp you running corvette or camaro

[@jerryrivera7704]

I agree they are a step ahead of 3.7 I have a 5.0 and 4.0 and there awsome just little upgrades and ur golden..

[@Highway_crusader]

I have a 4.0 and it’s fun, quick and gets the job done. I daily mine and for long trips and it does its job... power wise I completely agree. However to me it’s the best first/daily I can have. My brother owns a 2014 GT and when I drive it it’s like day and night! Still I wouldn’t sell my V6 doe

[@80eddie26]

Completely agree, this was as actually my first car I bought when I was a complete noobie

[@EarthSurferUSA]

@@80eddie26 Wait a minute. That was not that long ago! :)

[@ProductionsNate]

The v6 mustangs are a great platform for modifying the suspension. You can make these cars handle really well

[@80eddie26]

That’s exactly what route I might go with mine

[@AndyValencia1995]

What kind of suspension?

[@ahmadx1998]

@@AndyValencia1995 Do your research

[@zakvince7425]

Should have probally came with something like 260 or 270 HP from the factory. Cause an extra 95 hp is quite a jump.

[@sacooper802]

im at 9.5 psi boost with my 2007 4.0 liter with no problems at all after 5000 miles or more of driving. im at 340 hp range

[@Alexfernandez-wl2it]

Can you send me pictures of your car bro and what did you did to make it faster ,?

[@jake-rz9vq]

@@Alexfernandez-wl2it .

[@JayBelew]

Have it as a daily. Just got some magna flow dual exhaust. Sounds great very VERY reliable. No problems whatsoever. First car that I actually own the title and paid cash so kind of a big deal. 100 percent recommend it. Also, I’ve been checking out superchargers and drive shafts for a little extra oomph. Definitely gettin some 373 gears, I wanna feel that 210 hp.

[@80eddie26]

Also that suspension stiffen it up to launch harder !

[@atliens2536]

I just got the black on black premium pack, I’ve fallen in love with it to much. I had a dream I was cruising in it, woke up and hit the highway one time 😂🐎⚫️💨

[@warpony5654]

The 4.0 v6 mustang is not a bad car its a cast iron block and forged internals. The 4.0 is the same 4.0 as the gt500 terlingua minus the supercharger.

[@80eddie26]

I honestly haven’t heard of the terlingua till I saw your comment, it looks like a badass sixer but I’d prefer a roots blower type setup

[@warpony5654]

@@80eddie26 that i think it was produced before they came out with a roots style supercharger for the 4.0 the first supercharger was vortech. I like roots style as well. I want to get the procharger stage 2 3 core system i am going to buy a 100 shot zex nos system in November

[@80eddie26]

Have you heard of “Moddbox” supercharger Kit?

[@warpony5654]

@@80eddie26 i havent i just checked it out its roots style mp90 also used in an xcharger for the 4.0 sohc i do like what i see and i may just look into buying that. Thank you sir.

[@warpony5654]

@@80eddie26 so after some research i decided to just save up for a procharger stage 2 with a gt500 intercooler and MAF. It will take me 1 year of savings i already started.

[@smoovefishing]

My buddy pushing close to 450 to the rear whelks on his 4.0! Stock bottom end and stage 3 on the heads with a turbo and a guy that know what he is doing tunes it and it one bad ass 4.0

[@80eddie26]

Shoot a link to the turbo kit sounds interesting

[@iCEBERG711]

smoovefishing definitely shoot some links or their IG

[@kill_thatguy667]

@@iCEBERG711 kill_thatguy667 IG

[@zakvince7425]

I would modify it! U can save maybe 3 grand on buying a 4.0 instead of a 3.7, then u can put a tune and CAI, a Pypes dual exhaust(which sounds amazing btw), headers, and a throttle body on it. Which costs about 1,800, and it will blow the 3.7s away, and sound much better in the process. Thoughts?

[@80eddie26]

Yeah I notice the 4.0 displacement makes it so that bolt ons respond pretty, I feel motivated to build this at times simply because you don’t see many of these fully on modified

[@ahmadx1998]

I got a pypes dual exhaust on a 10 v6 & it sounds sexy af bro & I haven’t even put headers on it yet or cai. People sleep on the 4.0s

[@jerryrivera7704]

Agree they are great cars they do produce good power with just adding small mods

[@mustangmafia9195]

The three valve is not under powered with the full bolts ons and cams you can push out 450 to the wheels easy with a Lito tune.

[@lejonbrames11]

450? With boost yeah most I’ve seen n/a is 360 whp

[@seanpollard4844]

I kept mine stock and am planning to go 500,000 miles on the 4.0 without opening it up. I am halfway there at 250,000 and get over 30 mpg on the highway. I can cruise at 110 mph no problem why would I need more power to cruise at a higher speed? Unless you drive on the track a V8 is kinda pointless for daily driving. These cars are as fast as a 1965 Shelby GT350 and those are not slow cars. We are just spoiled today with modern engines and crazy horsepower that is unusable on the street. You gotta ask yourself if you have the driving skill to handle the power you do have. How many times have you needed to go over 120 mph?

[@80eddie26]

This is my daily driver it’s fine for me I have another car that I’m currently building that is a V8 an older Chevy 350, I actually don’t remember last time I went 120 mph since you brought it up, I meant the 4.0 is not the best platform if you’re looking for performance, but the 4.0 sure is a workhorse, they’ve put it in ford rangers and ford explorers and you still see plenty of those on the road so that they’re durable there’s no doubting that, reliable fun daily is all it is to me

[@kill_thatguy667]

In a 03 1.8t jetta. Takes a bit but I hit 140. Still haven't tried for the full 160 though

[@mijares638]

I daily mine, have simple boltons, completly gutted interior and cosmetic stuff. Looks good, sounds good and i feel most cars out there that arent newer performance cars are slow includind trucks and suvs and but yeah its no terminatir

[@80eddie26]

If it had more aftermarket support it wouldn’t be as discouraging

[@sonerusa]

i have modded 4.0 V6 mustang will run circles around stock V8 any day of the week

[@80eddie26]

What’s your mods ?

[@sonerusa]

@@80eddie26 (+) Pypes catback true dual exhaust (+) Bullit middle muffler (+) BBK cold air intake (+) Airaid thottle body spacer (+) Bama performance tuner 93 octane tuned (+) NGK iridium spark plugs (+) Accel super coil (+) Strut tower brace (+) Shelby rear shock tower brace (+) 18 inch bullit wheels (+) Pirelli zero nero tires (+)Pypes Shorty headers (+) JBA high performance plug wires (+) Roush springs (+) J&M adjustable panhard bar

[@TheRareCriticalThinker]

@@sonerusa Hey man! Auto or manual? Do you have 0-60 times or 1/4 mile ET? I have a 2007 4.0 as well with these mods: BBK CAI 70mm throttle body coil pack iridium spark plug wires Pypes true dual exhaust (cat-back) high-flow cats upper and lower rear control arms Limited Slip Differential 3.73 gears 91 octane race tune

[@sonerusa]

@@TheRareCriticalThinker automatic

[@southeast05]

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[@mobiledetail4you]

I’ve got the 2008 v6 premium. I love the car and all the features. It was plenty fast. Buuuut I decided to drop the same amount I have into the car to mod it. Cold air intake, dual exhaust, egr bypass Catch can, tune, hotter plugs, car will be on dyno next week to see what mods have given. Is it worth it? I smile everytime I go from my shitbox work vehicle to it, so before I even know what performance numbers are I’m gonna say yes... May do a video of my own next week... once results are in...

[@kapheenap3185]

How is it and how much more horsepower?

[@yeti.o2w]

Ya, how'd it go?

[@najirban]

Prices are decent for 05 era mustangs. As a cheap hobby car it might be perfect to build to a fun daily. 290 whp minimum though

[@80eddie26]

Maybe 300 WHP full bolt on with suspension mods will be a fun daily

[@timmiller1907]

Stock 4.0 block can handle 400hp. Fbo it’ll beat 4.6 3v but not the cyclones (unless it’s a shitty driver) or coyotes. I’ve already gone fbo and can hang with 4.6’s that are lightly modded. My next step is throw a cam in from supersix put a gt rear end in. Enjoy it for awhile then pull the block figure if I can clean it up and bore it out to a 4.3 and build or buy a “new” ( in quotation because there is no new block they are all remanufactured ) 4.0 block and build that one. I wanna hit 400 n/a But I’ll probably be closer to 350 then I’d consider to boost it. My Instagram is e_s197

[@80eddie26]

I’m on the fence as far as modding this car but it interests me at the same time because it’s different

[@239seth]

If your looking for the best 4.0 I think u guys need to look at Sosa_s197 I thinks that’s his insta his v6 makes 800+ hp on stock motor

[@CLELDKFKEJ]

hp for the 4.0 is actually close to 300hp which is pretty close to the 4.6. I'm stock and I've kept up with Civic Type R's and Subaru Wrx sti's. The specs on the 4.0 have NEVER been updated since the first gen engine was in the ford explorer. When they put them in the s197 mustangs, they changed the intake plenum, the cooling system slightly, Tuning, and some others. So the google spec of 210hp and 249tq is bs and anyone who has "actually dyno'd" any of these have given inaccurate numbers. If you went by your numbers, that would be saying that the newer civics and what not would dust the 4.0 out the gate.

[@MrPerfect409]

Curious, have any links for sites or videos to back this?

[@CLELDKFKEJ]

@@MrPerfect409 I don't usually film myself doing things online cause I work a federal job and don't need to be losing it over personal shenanigans. But If I get the chance I will be glad to. I should have also added that the 4.0 really only gets beat because of it's limiter being so low at 113mph (With stock wheels) or 116mph with 19's

[@EarthSurferUSA]

10 years earlier, the low end Camaro made 150hp at the crank. Thinking I would be cool, I almost bought one. :)

[@darkmatter7208]

I like my 4.0, yeah they don’t respond to bolt ons most likely due to its 2 valve head so it can’t breath. I’m making 202 wheel for now but I keep up with shit I didn’t think would be possible but hopefully I’ll be doing some big stuff in the near future

[@80eddie26]

You thinking about a pro charger?

[@KillerDeadXero]

as long as it can drift. its a yes for me, it's like people buyinmg honda groms to do wheelies

[@newworlddisorder152]

I’ve had an 07 4.0 for the last few years. I’m torn between supercharging it, getting a 3v GT, or getting an early 3.7. For my final goal for a 290-300whp~ish daily, I lean towards procharging the paid-off 4.0 plus appearance mods are a little cheaper and look better than the 3.7s. The 05-09s look the best imo. Also I can save and store everything until I have enough to install it. Plan on going to school soon so a coyote is just out of the question for a while especially in the age of corona... Kinda want a GT too because I’ve seen too many *TACKY* 4.0 ricers 🤮. If not, guess I’ll just lead by example and keep it classy. No plasti-dipped hoods, 747 wings, or awful altezza tail lights here 😷

[@80eddie26]

05-09s are such a beautiful bodystyle I would not mind getting a 3v GT then putting a belt supercharger on it, I’d be super happy with that kind of set up !

[@rell_s5505]

I have a 2010 4.0 with few bolt ons but I focus more on Cosmetics

[@Clutch_42049]

As a fellow owner of a 2005 Ford Mustang V6 the best thing you can do with these is start off by upgrading the suspension, wheels, tires, and brakes to improve control and reliability first, next the drivetrain example start with coolant reservoir tank, radiator with fan, and a high performance transmission cooler to make sure your engine and transmission stays cool and not overheat then install a high stall speed torque converter, aluminum solid one piece driveshaft and a 8.8 or 9 inch ford rear axle with the Eaton true track differential along with 4.11 gears since it definitely needs help off the line acceleration, then finish it with a full complete exhaust system from headers, x pipe, to a true dual cat back exhaust, don’t spend any money under the hood but if you do keep it naturally aspirated and keep it on 87 octane tune since you want it as a dependable daily driver without costing you a fortune on gas and maintenance then save your money do some research so in time when your ready you can swap that 4.0 V6 for a 5.0 Coyote V8 and boom your welcome.

[@IllaNoizeMusic]

Get a Bama tuner and install the 93 race tune. You’ll get 10 whp and 15 ft lbs torque

[@kvngbanks]

3 you can turbo charge it and make 300+ with a unique 4.0 sound nothing crazy but a definite build no one has

[@80eddie26]

I’ve never seen one of these turbo so yes definitely unique

[@ScottsHonestReviews]

bought this same car, my plan is to build it out to 550HP+ i thought about motor swap but ive looked into it and people have built the v6 motor out to 600+ hp and they scream, the TQ is just insane but then those people have spent 15grand+ lol so in time

[@80eddie26]

I thought I wanted to build but nah not worth hp per dollar

[@ScottsHonestReviews]

@@80eddie26 im hoping to win the lotto some day lol so i can afford it :P haha

[@andrewhall2338]

Just bought a 2010 4.0 5speed with 70k miles to daily plan on not modding it while I work on the 4.6 in my grand marquis and with in time will be a built car with boost

[@80eddie26]

I bet that shit is hella fun with the 5 speed

[@sinisterspeed7610]

I just ran in All American Super Sunday Goodguys PPG Nationals Autocross and landed 8th in the shootout with a 2010 4.0 I beat every 3rd gen camaro C4 C6 and C7 corvettes to get in the shootout and lost to Danny Popp in a 2019 vette but there’s way more on the table with these cars that you aren’t considering and haven’t done to yours

[@atliens2536]

And what might that be? A few pointers for example

[@300Unknown]

Like what?

[@ryanmiklas200]

I got a 2010 v6 I wish it had a 3.7 but it’s a 4.0 I’m 17 it’s my first car and it’s pretty quick for what it is and handles nice im bummed about the power but it’s a reliable engine and it’s good for a beginner car I guess. I love it tho I love the looks of it

[@80eddie26]

Was my beginner car, no shame, we upgrade in power as we get better jobs and get older lol When we get access to more $$$$

[@warpony5654]

So there is a 4.0 v6 mustang the women has she is called bad wolf on KZbin she has a single turbo with a upgraded turbo on stock block and upgraded valve springs she is pushing 506 hp with no problems. There is another 4.0 by mustang on KZbin this guy has a short block and new studs and performance cam from supersixmotorsports.com with a pro charger intercooled set up pushing 500 hp so there is hope for those with 4.0 by mustang's I have one and now trying to buy a twin turbo kit that is put together for me already.

[@kylelake3262]

Oh well I have beat the every living SHIT outa my car and it’s taken all of it without skipping a beat

[@80eddie26]

Yep they can take quite the beating lol

[@EarthSurferUSA]

Hey, if the 60's and early 70's muscle car era was the most exciting thing that ever happened in the auto industry, (and it was),-------I am cool with 340hp That was freaking fast back then. :)

[@80eddie26]

It’s still not bad now lol

[@clintcastillo1510]

What’s makes this guy so qualified to speak on this topic

[@blarpo7385]

he owns a v6 mustang. lol. i do too.

[@tyelless4182]

I have one and I made it sound really great and it’s super fun to drive

[@enriqueherrera2602]

How can I boost my 4.0 I can’t find turbos for this car

[@80eddie26]

I believe American muscle has something but boost ain’t cheap bro

[@spoonman8828]

My 4.0 is slow asf once I have enough money ima do a engine swap

[@80eddie26]

To What engine?

[@4xlh]

Mines doesn’t run anymore gang think I need a motor 🥲🥲

[@80eddie26]

I think the 4.0 motors are cheap bro

[@mustangmafia9195]

The stock block on the 4.6 L V8 motor can handle upwards of 1000 hp just on the block alone you can build the 4.6 to shut down hellcats all day long

[@80eddie26]

You boost it yeah the block maybe, the internals can’t handle anything over 450, 450 itself is pushing it

[@minecraftblockychris8708]

i know people that have put 50 thousand plus miles on a x supercharger running at 11 psi with a bone dry stock 4.0 its a lot more resilient then what people think. do your research before you make an "informational" video

[@Craiglife777]

All these people that try to compare the 4.0 v6 to the GT's aren't so bright. Do these same Einsteins think that a Honda CR250F motocross bike should be able to out power a Honda CR450F? One's got a bigger horse that the other......the big one puts out more power.....Doh.

[@80eddie26]

Sometimes you gotta accept things for what it is lol

[@johan_GT4.6]

Do you do the transmission oil change often?

[@80eddie26]

If you drive it hard maybe change it every 4 months

[@Bc-um9qx]

Man ur smoked ull make like 470 with a sc

[@_DeLac]

It’s basically a Ford Ranger

[@80eddie26]

I wanna say they tuned up the Mustang 4.0 better but I could be wrong

[@frankiehetrell3507]

3.8L V6 steel block 1985 Mercury cougar or mustang good engine I would out run my sister's 1981 350 Malibu that I tuned myself. Yes it was fast. I had a 1985 Mercury cougar 3.8L V6. I would out run that Malibu from a dig or a roll.😁 YEE YEE

[@80eddie26]

Didn’t those supercharged 3.8s have a lot of problems?

[@MrBlackbutang]

Lol don’t do it junk !

[@riptheebrakegaming8554]

The 4.0 has plenty of potential any hp over 300 in a build is enough to have fun my friends is building his if your expecting to make stupid numbers than yeah no potential to you 😐

[@80eddie26]

A 300 HP car is plenty of fun for the street especially with some weight reduction and suspension upgrades

[@riptheebrakegaming8554]

80 Eddie exactly

[@rocker92]

Bla bla bla

[@mustangmafia9195]

You can’t do that with your little v6 haha