The Perfect 10 Second NA Mustang GT .. Here's How You Do It!

I give you the proven recipe to take your naturally aspirated Mustang GT into the 10's with some fairly simply modifications. This is a great way to keep your Mustang fast and reliable, do it at your pace, and as your budget allows.
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[@chrish8487]

I'm more of an LS guy but the Coyote is an amazing engine with great power potential and reliability. Very interesting information as always!

[@RacerX9]

Thanks buddy

[@robbyrob8349]

@@RacerX9 Great video. What type of weld wheels do you have?! I have a 2020 mustang gt and I want to get the same wheels.

[@mike3963]

I plan on getting a GT next year, only reason over a camaro gt or scat pack charger is it can take 87 octane. I'd choose it over either and its a lot lighter than the scat pack. Plus it has more space than a camaro. Realistically, too, camaros and scat packs deliver torque instantly. While its fun, i want to daily the car and in the winter it's a higher risk car. I just plan getting a strut brace, a sway bar setup, intake, and h pipe exhaust to tighten the car up and bring the low end torque just a little and have a deeper tone to it.

[@thullraven1]

Awesome video, Bro! BTW, I've been one of your 21% for years now. I'm glad you bought up the wheels. A lot of people overlook a good wheel/tire combo. All the horsepower and torque in the world won't matter if you're spinning out and can't grip. My tires aren't stock, and they grip like Spider-Man right off the line. I have about 500 hp, but I have a Manual, so I'll never pull down the numbers off the line that an Automatic does, but I'm OK with that. Every car I ever owned has been a Manual. Manuals rock!

[@RacerX9]

Still love a well sorted manual 👍

[@Tracklyfe_T]

Thank you for making a video for all of us N/A car enthusiast!! Much appreciated

[@RacerX9]

You bet 🤜🔥

[@paulhudgins5120]

You always do your homework bud, great information for mods on your Mustang GT N.A., you hit all the points. And like you mentioned, some times the rear end gear gets over looked a lot and can make a big difference coming off the line. Great video bud.

[@RacerX9]

Thanks Paul

[@juanito3.5]

Just got my 2022 this Saturday. Can't wait to start modding this beast.

[@tyarnold4088]

I just got a 21 a few months ago. I guarantee your gonna love that car. You can't wait I bet. Enjoy!

[@juanito3.5]

I just ordered a few parts today. I'm excited

[@tyarnold4088]

@@juanito3.5 I can tell your hyped. I hope you make it fast AF. There is so much you can do to these. Enjoy the journey brother!

[@juanito3.5]

Appreciate it bro

[@whatswrong598]

Can they even tune the 2022s yet lol

[@eptxm5664]

3.15 in the gt is still better compared to the crazy 2.62 on a hellcat 😂 Great video

[@RacerX9]

It’s equivalent since it’s an 8 speed vs a 10 speed!

[@eptxm5664]

@@RacerX9 true. Forgot about that. My M5 has 3.15 also w an 8spd

[@davidhubbard7573]

Its because its a higher gear

[@joshreynolds729]

Depends on the type of racing you do. If you roll race then it makes sense even more so than drag racing due to the linear low tq making coyote, therefore fords like let’s make this shine and what it does best based on design. Now that’s not to say you can’t get it out of the hole with mods but most people roll race today due to the fact it’s safer from getting caught as it’s not stationary and it’s safer for you as spinning is harder while in motion. and lastly your wallet isn’t bleeding because fords axles, drive shaft, dif explode, or worst of all eat 10r80 gears in the trans.

[@ms3ben]

You have to consider transmission gear as well... My 2020 GT500 has a 3.73 rear gear but the gears are still long due to gearing. I do feel the 3.09 gear suits the Hellcat better than the 2.62 however. Mustang GT A10 does better with the 3.15's that the 3.55's for roll racing.

[@razerginn]

Long tubes not needed, car breathes fine NA. Im running 11.57, e85, lightweight wheels, boss 302 mani, take out seats,spare tire, etc on my 2013 gt. Guys at my track wuth 2018 and 10r80 with ford performance mani are 11.1-11.3. As soon as they add a good converter they will be high 10s all night long. Circle D 3c or 4d will cut .3-.4 tenths. I do love my 3.55 6r80 for daily driving by the way. And at the strip.

[@Smasher-Devourer]

How to go 10's or lower NA: Weight reduction. Remove back seat, passenger seat, all carpet, hood liner, trunk liner, remove mufflers, A/C compressor, stereo, etc Intake manifold swap: Cobra Jet or Ported 2018+ manifold (18 manifold makes more torque than CJ) CLOSED AIRBOX COLD AIR INTAKE. Why? Because open air CAI's tend to suffer from heat soak Longtube headers (either high flow cats or no cats) Drag wheels: wide tires in back, skinnies up front Cams will also help, but not required E85 Tune from reputable tuner like VMP or Lund Personally I run low 12's at full weight. If I do all this, I'll be running 10's easily on my Gen 2 Coyote

[@juanito3.5]

That's why they recommend the stock box with a good filter ?

[@728GT]

@@juanito3.5 yep. The factory box is pretty dang good and actually pulls cold air from outside the engine bay

[@carlosgil4248]

Also going on a diet and losing weight help's a lot

[@whatswrong598]

Or just keep it simple, and add any sc and fueling and not have to drive around in a pos tin can with no A/C lmao… not to mention far more room to grow

[@chrisarquette8746]

@@juanito3.5 do NOT use an open filter intake unless you want to race with the hood off. I tried a PMAS CAI and intake air temps got so high the computer pulled timing and the car got slower than stock.

[@rayrussell6064]

I have to say that's not much to have a 10 second car. Awesome content as always and I have to say you never disappoint and as always be safe 👍

[@RacerX9]

Thanks Ray

[@DefinitelyNotYouThankGod]

Great info bro! Those transmissions really make that whole combo. Just an E85 tune will pull most cars. They really wake up! Awesome upload

[@RacerX9]

Agreed.. the cars love E85 👍

[@heathnkazgamble2336]

THANKYOU BRUV IVE GOT A 2017 GT WITH INTAKE HEADERS FULL EXHAUST, TUNE AND CATCHCAN, I SPENT THE SAME AMOUNT OF MONEY ON GOILOVERS STUTS AND A STEEDA STOP THE HOP KIT. DRIVES BEAUTIFUL LOVE YOUR INFORMATION BRO,.YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION

[@orangeguy3314]

If I had my girlfriend lose 20 pounds. Would that help? 🤣

[@RacerX9]

Every little bit helps.. although if you have that conversation you probably going to lose more than 20lbs lol

[@728GT]

@@RacerX9 😂😂😂😂

[@Abyss955]

@@RacerX9 😅

[@motiv8d111]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DOUGMAC]

Yea stop feeding her

[@SirJamesTND]

Fun facts most companies design axles as a weak point so that they break before you break more expensive stuff like transmissions

[@davidhubbard7573]

Thats why you should go with a dana 60

[@macsupforfun]

I would also take care of the suspension. Late model GT's suffer from wheel hop, so I'd also add the anti wheel hop kit from Steeda or BMR and I'd put in aftermarket sway bars, vertical links and tow bars to stiffen up the rear cradle. Might want to do a diff bushing kit too.

[@jameshamann7525]

Hey Racer X, checkout Scavenger 1320. He only took out all the weight from his Challenger 1320 and added a drag race slick and ran a best ET of 11.03. He's trying to run a 10.99 and with a low enough DA he probably will. No tune, no E85, no new converter, stock Challenger 1320 axles and is still heavier than a stock Mustang GT. Maybe Dodge makes a better stock 1/4 mile car! He has over 80 1/4 mile passes with no mechanical issues. He has not spent any $ on performance mods except the slicks and lighter wheels. Impressive!

[@rcman6895]

Hey thanks for that video Racer X I was thinking how I can make my car a little bit faster and you gave me some really good ideas you always do I appreciate your videos

[@RacerX9]

Glad to help buddy

[@earlcahn3688]

Great video X. Not a mustang owner but interesting as heck. Thanks.

[@RacerX9]

Thanks buddy

[@ricardocorbie6803]

Great content Sir!! Love these cars! I own a S197 GT500(2010) the car is a great platform to go as your budget goes!! Thanks 😊

[@RacerX9]

Fun car for sure

[@SovereignKnight74]

Awesome insight into mods for the 5.0!

[@RacerX9]

Thank you my friend.. always appreciate it

[@ZayTRD]

Ouuwee mayne!! Always loved the mustangs they are animals on top end! Keep up the great content! 🔥🔥

[@RacerX9]

For sure brother

[@derek4780]

What are your thoughts on adding the Ford Performance intake manifold and the twin 65mm throttle body with the Ford Performance CAI along with a set of ceramic coated long tubes?

[@marksingo2177]

Great info RacerX,. Keep doing the great vids,.

[@registrationaccount1034]

Seems like a lot to convert from street to drag strip with gutting etc just to maybe crack into 10s and a perfect hero run with perfect weather.

[@Fingamyaz]

Don't break the bank lol. The cat back is 3k already. Just snap on a ESS centrifugal and be done

[@darkkfireking2268]

Racerx ima put my gearheads sticker where u have it lol Great vid btw 👍🏾👍🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@marcasswellbmd6922]

I recommend just keeping your stock headers.. It's not worth the 20 extra HP.. Do an exhaust, Bigger throttle and Ported Intake along with E85/Tune and you'll get an extra 100 wheel easy without all the Kooks Headers and stuff..

[@chadpittman7826]

Awesome content buddy 👍🔥💪

[@316racingchannel9]

All very good points buddy. Like it!

[@ronaldom3414]

My 10 speed mustang did 456 to the wheel with Intake E85 and cat delete

[@christophermorring9274]

3.15 gear is the faster gear at the track. Especially with a converter

[@liquidsmokemustang1537]

I’m surprised you didn’t mention beefing up the IRS to eliminate wheel hop. If someone wants to run 10’s, that’s essential.

[@RedSixMustang]

Thanks for the help with my current build ;)

[@RacerX9]

You bet

[@08turboSS]

You can put 3.73's in it too just like the manual gears. Or 3.91's.

[@Thereaper1999]

Throttle body intake manifold injectors heads cam fuel and air flow is your best friend

[@alstonscott473]

Hey Racer X; what kind of high-flow cats do you recommend? ....and, have you ever gotten a check engine light using them? I have a 2024 GT and I'd love to change out the stock cats. Tell me where I can get some.

[@UR_AL_SHOOK_UP_21]

Great video bro

[@davidhubbard7573]

Its all about gearing racer x the higher the rear end gearing you have the more get up a go a 4.56 gear and you should be good to go. Im running 3.92 gears on a 14 challenger rt it will pin you in your seat

[@RacerX9]

A lot depends on your power level and predictive shift as well! Many of the big power hellcats went back to a 2.62 after going 3.09 because of how quickly it comes up on the shift .. several variables

[@davidhubbard7573]

@@RacerX9 when street racing i i always row the gears at 5200 to 5300 rpm it makes a big difference

[@anthonymk2190]

Buddy is in a 10R80 talking about 10 second car LMAOOO

[@jrrogersstang4696]

Great info bro 🚗💨🔥🐺🐎

[@RacerX9]

Thank you my friend

[@jackmehoff9909]

Just Tin can the car like most people trying to be fast... Draining the coolant and oil helps drop weight on the car also 😂

[@flfun1684]

Helion twin turbos are awsome... To get an Coyote Gen 3 NA without forced induction be amazing

[@avocado9763]

Excellent recommendations.thanks

[@xxricknjess2000xx]

Ok my ? Is I have a 16 gt track pack with pykes long tube with the performance pack 3 upgrade the suit case delet ..full coross full loud mouth extrem exhaust 3in back from headers my injectos are 85lb .I 😮have 373 gears ..e85 injector that I haven't tuned for yet cause ngauge is gone ...so I have to get a new tunner my clutch is a spec 2stage ..with aluminum flywheel with a mcloud hydraulic throw out ...what kind of power do think I can make ..cause even in 3rd I'm spinning tires at 6500rpms ..and my rev is set at 8500

[@mike3963]

When it comes to lighter body panels, don't forget about fiberglass. While it might not be quite as light as or as durable as carbon fiber, its a lot cheaper.

[@sethgrier1046]

So could I do all of these N/A mods and then throw a whipple kit or twin turbo kit on it?

[@SHAKENBAKEDRIFT]

im about to run my 2021 gt peformance pack 1 down the strip. has the gt500 body kit and wheels with 20s and a 295 rear tire. ive seen 11.8s on the 10 speeds but i dont really know what to expect. was just gona let the tyres down to 15psi and hope i dont break anything as i just bought 3 weeks ago $75k aud

[@pauloftarsus3843]

I got a 2022 Mustang GT and I live in CA. I can't do anything to the car to get all that extra HP and torque just sitting there under the hood. But I can move the hell out of CA! Just might do that...

[@marktarascio4766]

What about wheel hop...I got a Steeda no hop kit !

[@Thedom.perignon]

Active the 2 step? Does 2016 gt auto has this option?

[@PrivateEyeYiYi]

But I want a maaanual!

[@davidhubbard7573]

Then get one i did Enjoy

[@marscobras8281]

Manual makes me more Manley

[@08turboSS]

The 5.0 shifts like butter, like a one speed in drag mode. If his red 5.0 shifts hard in drag mode somethings wrong.

[@avocado9763]

Racer thats fantastic information. Long headers, 3600 stall, free flow cats and 390 or 409 rear gears. Are we in the 11's ?

[@athanatos9648]

Excellent advice

[@rustylozanolpc4227]

Where do you get reputable custom work done for a mustang in the DFW area ?

[@RacerX9]

Gearheads in Mansfield 👍

[@ShazamsGxGRacing]

Lmk if you can help me build my 10speed 2020 gt premium

[@michaelanthony7365]

You mind doing a video like this for a 6th Gen SS A8/A10? Or is it all fairly similar ?

[@RacerX9]

It’s actually different and I had planned on a similar video 👍

[@ready4lifeready4life26]

Quick question... why was cold air intake not mentioned?

[@4077661466jp]

Most of what your saying is true however regarding torque production, ehhh for one you mentioned rear end and its axels well with more torque will require more grip and isn't really easy to launch a car with lots of torque and that little 302 is a topend killer probably stall upgrade/stock gears or factory stall with 355 gears but regardless ford really delivers with that coyote, as im a chevy man but even the challenger and scat pack is something serious just akward whenever seeing a sports car mustang/camaro wanting to race a 4dr sedan like charger rather than a challeger but charger holds its own, also good looking car .

[@flfun1684]

American Racing Headers are easiest to install.. See Mustang Lifestyle videos on this

[@davecarpenter9548]

So how do you enable factory 2 step control?

[@johnbenischeck9812]

Great video!

[@joshreynolds729]

Well done man 👍 good video and great info as always.

[@RacerX9]

Thank you Josh

[@ssallieri665]

Fastest N/A was with 3.15 gearing please don’t waste your money on 3.55 or 4.09. You’re only downgrading

[@gregblack4581]

I’m aware the Automatic is the way to go . If you change the stock Manuel over to a Tremec Will it hold up to these power mods ? I just don’t want a auto .

[@RacerX9]

Yes the Tremec is great .. you will need a more robust clutch as well

[@XLusiveshxtonly]

i’m considering getting a 2013 mustang GT for about 17k with 80k miles should I commit to the car or should I wait and save up a little more and try to get a newer mustang for the features.

[@CoyoteAUS]

Wait and get a 2018-2021 10R80 GT.

[@brandonv4900]

Just pickup a 13 GT with 20 k miles. All stock. Starting to mod. Nothing crazy. Love the look and love the car👍+1 for the stang.

[@nismoaltima1326]

1st gen coyote is a great car. That's how I started my coyote experience. They are as fast or a tad faster than gen twos. You'll also be more unique vs all the s550s u see. I have a 2018 pp1 and a 2011 5.0. love both ....the 2011 feels like a crazy beast vs the s550 feels like a smooth slender animal

[@badassvette1542]

Vettes have been doing this for 20yrs+...completely stock with drag radials

[@dombass4244]

I have a question about a mopar built..do you check instagram often

[@zgblundell]

Are axles the same as half shafts since they are IRS?

[@Ben-eh2bq]

I’m a mopar guy, I have ALL the cars/truck-all of them. But honestly I like my brand new mustang more😩

[@fast02gt]

Intake/Headers/E85/gear/tire 10

[@stephengeter9810]

Will the recipe help manual cars?

[@sonny62denali]

You activated 2-step in the hp tune

[@dtruth5769]

Racer X, did u ever track your mustang when it was stock? If so what did it do.

[@RacerX9]

I did not track it prior to the twin turbo kit .. These cars run around 12.0 in decent air but will run 120mph trap speed stock! Not too shabby

[@dtruth5769]

@@RacerX9 No not bad at all.

[@kevinchandler324]

Factory 2 step???? Do you mean transbrake?

[@avocado9763]

What is the 2 step?

[@08turboSS]

Removing catts dosent add pwr, just small weight drop and aftermarket cai do ZERO. Any speed shop can make a dyno show gains with fingertips.

[@jalvarez3394]

you missed tires. Makes big difference

[@Crazy8ts]

Why not just start with a 6 Speed manual over an auto? Low stall to high stall converter swaps with the auto, and rear gear swaps is a lot of work, not too mention if the axles also need to be replaced with stronger ones, your basically rebuilding the entire drivetrain if you go with an auto in order to just get a clean launch. Eh....

[@robbyrob8349]

The 10 speed auto is quicker than the 6 speed manual.

[@vinny95gt]

A whole video on how to get a car into the 10s and zero mention of any kind of suspension modification. Obviously those wouldn't help.

[@joeleaton7187]

How about a 7.3 Godzilla swap ? I seen some 7.3 build's with 780 hp n/a

[@whatswrong598]

Absolutely pointless, for the time and effort that would take, you could have any gen coyote running 9s and be a daily…. Go look at coyote results/tune ability and numbers vs the 7.3s

[@joeleaton7187]

Well I guess the Dodge Challenger scat pack is completely useless then . Lol

[@whatswrong598]

@@joeleaton7187 well it is compared to a coyote if you’re trying to go fast on stock drivetrain… soooooo

[@avocado9763]

What will this cost?

[@nismoaltima1326]

Just with e85 tune in a bone stock 10 speed 5.0 beats Bolton/fbo 6th gen Camaros on e85.

[@alexander_3923]

Can scatpack run 10s NA like 10speeds mustangs?

[@Bruhh-a]

No

[@rickitysplitz7035]

Not really

[@goblinzl1]

tune? or is that assumed?

[@davidhubbard7573]

And make it a dana 60 they are bullet proof

[@ST_DCT]

Unless it's a track car, gotta pass on E85, heard too many horror stories about bad 'gas' causing massive problems. I'd want pump gas for a daily driver.

[@brandonemberley7842]

lol paused the video after the first thing he said "e85", im in canada where we dont have e85

[@chillis28]

👍👍

[@peterg6638]

Could this time also work with the 6 speed manual?

[@RealziesCuts]

You will get a lot better bills quality out of the Chevy Camaro. My only experience with buying a brand new Ford which was a 2014 mustang led to a trade-in with the realization I would never buy another Ford 💫

[@barfy-man3628]

Oh that brand loyalty.

[@motiv8d111]

New stangs are much better brother

[@callmason]

If there was a real difference in build quality, why is anyone buying Mustangs?

[@motiv8d111]

@@callmasonNot sure what stats you are tracking...and I am not here to convince and I am not loyalty to any brand. But me personally, I did 6 months of data comparison amongst American made sports cars, mainly the Camaro, Challenger, and Mustang. Based on my findings, test drives, and what I wanted to do with my car with reliability being most important ( I work hard for this purchase), the Ford Mustang got my vote. And I am 100% positive I made the right decision. 5.0 + 10R80 trans with boost is a monster and it is reliable, unless you go overboard. All the best brother. 😎

[@callmason]

@@motiv8d111 I agree with you! I was replying to the original comment, saying that the build quality of one is way better than another. I was asking him why anyone buys Mustangs if the quality of a Camaro is so much better in his eyes. The 2SS Camaro has great looking, quality interior features. The Mustang interior of all models is built to last, as much as some of them rattle lol.

[@bigf1502]

Pop the hood!

[@ENCAGED79]

Easy way to get in the ten’s without forced induction… nitrous

[@davidhubbard7573]

True but put in a steel crank if you are going over 200 hp

[@4077661466jp]

Hey !! Thats not a supercharged hellcat !!! Hows it doing 10sec !!

[@BruceLee-sw4ms]

My na GT does 10.8 with Mickey Thompson rears .

[@usa1671]

RacerX, how do you get in touch with Corporate Stellantis; not Dodge Cares? They will answer NO letters, email, and when I call all of the corporate numbers I could find, I get, "This number does not take messages." I guess an attorney is my next option.

[@jamiettussey3326]

Supercharger

[@sstevocamaro]

If you aren’t grudge racing don’t strip your car

[@Jake_Smith7472]

No NA muscle car runs 10s lol unless engine work

[@08turboSS]

And you dont want to pick up time, you want to drop time. Why wpuld I want to waste $ on a converter to "pick up" a few tenths? that meabs my car is slower by adding time. And this guy does kniw what words to use. Leave out of the hole, the correct word is quicker or more quickly, not faster. Faster is the speed in mph, not a time.

[@DOUGMAC]

FORD 👎🏻

[@RealziesCuts]

Ikr 🤦‍♂️

[@DOUGMAC]

@@RealziesCuts cool story Smalls.

[@motiv8d111]

Yeah yeah.. It's American all that matters 😎

[@DOUGMAC]

@@motiv8d111 Although it remains an American car brand, many parts are not exclusively manufactured in the country. The automaker also produces and markets vehicles overseas. Some plants manufacture Ford parts in countries like Mexico, Canada, and China.

[@DOUGMAC]

Ford officially delivered the first Made-in-China (MIC) Ford Mustang Mach-E in China on December 26, 2021.

[@bri7929]

Lol youtube is getting 🤪, anything for the views