HELP! v6 mods or sell my v6 for a v8

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myslow04gt

Formally my03mustang
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whats up guys im in quite a bind, i bought a v6 about a year ago, ive done basically nothing it seems because of the restrictions of v6s... im thinking of supercharging it to make the most out of it but ive already invested enough to know im only going to lose money if i sell it...

ive got a 03 3.8 v6 with

flowmaster dual catback
bbk cold air intake
custom chip

i bought my 03 for 7700 with 56000 miles on it now im at about 61000
and im looking at this supercharger from am
Procharger ProCharger Stage II Intercooled Mustang Supercharger System 1FI202-SCI (99-04 V6) - Free Shipping 1FI202-SCI

PLEASE HELP!
 
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Calypso

Chautauqua Coordinator / Classifieds Moderator
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In my opinion I would go v8 but that is my opinion... you will get more bang for ur buck going v8
 
ford20

ford20

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Honestly if you have the money for the sc setup and you a're weighing your options on going to a V8 I would seriously consider this
Redfire with tan leather interior, Interior Upgrade Package with MyColor, Manual Transmission, factory 3.55 gear. Two PATS ignition keys and one Keyless Entry fob.

WHEELS & TIRES
OEM 19" wheels with new 245/45-19 tires

SUSPENSION-
UPR Tubular K-member with Polyurethane Motor Mounts
UPR Billet Front Swaybar End-links
UPR Pro Street Upper Control arm
UPR HD UCA Mount
Centric Front Brake Rotors
Hawk HPS Brake Pads Front & Rear
Motul RBF600 Brake Fluid

POWER UPGRADES-
UPR Cold Air Intake
UPR/SCT 93 Octane Tune
UPR Offroad X-pipe
FRPP GT500 Mufflers

DRIVETRAIN-
UPR Short Throw Shifter

UNDERHOOD-
California Pony Hood Struts
UPR Pro Series Billet Catch Can

INTERIOR-
Alpine CDA-9887 CD Player integrated into Shaker500 sound system
(still have original factory 6-disc in dash CD-player)
UPR Billet Seat Release Levers

EXTERIOR-
UPR Billet Antenna Delete
UPR Billet Hood Pins

The car runs Very Strong. It has a clean title and has never been wrecked. It's in great shape for its mileage. It's priced low because it has 142k highway miles.

Asking $7999
That is an absolute STEAL for an '06 GT. Obviously, I'm motivated to sell.

If you are interested let me know and I will grab some pictures from the guys post. It's sharads car from upr that he is selling



Sharad takes good care of his cars from what I can tell and is a pretty nice guy. I dont think he would try to mess around with anyone but getting a v8 is the better idea in my book, less hassle and headaches in the long run to be honest.
 
AlloyGT07

AlloyGT07

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A few years back I was contemplating whether to get a V6 + supercharger or just a V8... I ended up going with a 2007 V8 and have no regrets. IMO I'd go with a V8 hands down.
 
ford20

ford20

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I wouldnt say its garbage but the V8 just has more potential from the get go the get go. I would think that a bolt on 2V would get you more power than the supercharged 3.8 but I dont too much about it. Maybe Alex will see this and chime in since he just put an eaton off of a cobra on his car
 
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myslow04gt

Formally my03mustang
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i guess im ****ed into a corner no other ways out of this shitty ****ing situation id just hate to wait so long saving like at least 1 year to get a new car when i shoulda got a v8 from the start... i wanted to start going to the meetups and stuff but im slightly embarrassed of my v6 because it looks good but its garbage under the hood.
 
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ford20

ford20

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**** that shit bro! I still have my V6 and I always went to car shows without batting an eye. I got a V6 first and then I got my Laguna Seca. A lot of people start off with a V6 and then work their way up the Mustang lineup. As long as you are having a good time with the people you are with then it doesn't really matter what is under the hood of the car. There were a couple of V6's at the Belmont show yesterday.

 
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myslow04gt

Formally my03mustang
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i guess i just feel like id look like a clown especially because im young and i dont know anyone. i got a pretty decent setup but its garbage but i do appreciate you guys steering me in the right direction, im now going to save my money for a newer gt its going to take time but it will be worth it.
 
redlawyers

redlawyers

Regional Coordinator
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I almost bought a Procharged V6. It was fast and sounded real good. I ended up with my GT but I would have bought the V6 if it would have worked out. The boosted V6 was faster than my current GT. LOL
 
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leosixer

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The v6 has a lot of potential man don't be biased by other ppl opinions. going V8 is cheaper in mods but insurance is more expensive, buying a new car has registration fees,taxes that you have to pay and so on nothing is free. I was debating the same but realized that the v6 way was cheaper for me. Everybody has different situations! the v8 might be cheaper for you or someone else. if you can get an used procharger or a used turbo like I did for a cheap price you can stay with your v6 and just boost it. Register at V6mustangs.com they sell kits there every now and then. if you stay with the v6 you gonna need to Beef it up the drivetrain a bit in the future and you should be good.
 
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NYstang

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ford20 said:
I wouldnt say its garbage but the V8 just has more potential from the get go the get go. I would think that a bolt on 2V would get you more power than the supercharged 3.8 but I dont too much about it. Maybe Alex will see this and chime in since he just put an eaton off of a cobra on his car
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You rang?



my03mustang said:
i guess im ****ed into a corner no other ways out of this shitty ****ing situation id just hate to wait so long saving like at least 1 year to get a new car when i shoulda got a v8 from the start... i wanted to start going to the meetups and stuff but im slightly embarrassed of my v6 because it looks good but its garbage under the hood.
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its FAR from Garbage! the 3.8 is still one of fords most durable engines ever- The factory block, crank, and heads are all good for well over 800hp. the heads ported corectly will outflow 4v heads. And if guys are hating on you just because you own a V6, then they arent real car guys, just guys compensating for tiny wieners.




my03mustang said:
whats up guys im in quite a bind, i bought a v6 about a year ago, ive done basically nothing it seems because of the restrictions of v6s... im thinking of supercharging it to make the most out of it but ive already invested enough to know im only going to lose money if i sell it...

ive got a 03 3.8 v6 with

flowmaster dual catback
bbk cold air intake
custom chip

i bought my 03 for 7700 with 56000 miles on it now im at about 61000
and im looking at this supercharger from am
Procharger ProCharger Stage II Intercooled Mustang Supercharger System 1FI202-SCI (99-04 V6) - Free Shipping 1FI202-SCI

PLEASE HELP!
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Do you have a true catback or a Y into Y (looks like this >-<=

You are off to a good start- are you a manual or auto?

the procharger kit will get you near the 300rwhp range, more than any bolt on 2v and up there with the 3v cars. youre also lighter than all of them.

you may also want to look at supersixmotorsports for some parts, anything you can do to a 5.0 has been done to a 3.8.

other things to look into are gears/trac look or a 8.8 from a GT.
 
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Grkstang

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NO a V6 is far from Garbage as many tend to think...people have different opinions and tastes that,s fine.

Personally i have a 2004 V6 which is my DD ,but i don't invest in the engine mods other then a good CAI and gears.(not worth it-my opinion). If on the other hand I had a 2011 V6 which has 300HP i would have definitely modded the engine.

In the end i enjoy driving my V6,i've done cruises and shows...its all about having fun.
 
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