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    2007 Shelby GT Purchase

    Low mileage and supercharged, I would say you didnt get hurt at all. Enjoy the ride.
    Post by: Troy, Mar 22, 2012 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    Two Questions-in-1

    If the concept drawings Ive seen are any indication of the future of the Mustang....Ill stick with my 08. Plenty of nice first gen S197 Shelbys...
    Post by: Troy, Jul 5, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    cold start engine knock? - 2007 GT500

    Re: cold start engine knock? Assuming it is piston knock it is very normal for forged pistons. yes it is annoying, thats why most manufacturers...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 16, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    making N/A H/P

    Im looking for a gain of hopefully at least 50 hp. Plus some good gains in torque. Im wondering though if my choice for the intake is...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 12, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    making N/A H/P

    I just bought an 08 GT-C at the end of April. My first Mustang. Im no stranger to modifying cars but they've all been vintage Fords, 31 model a...
    Thread by: Troy, Jun 12, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    gt500 noise Backfire

    Sounds like you hit the rev limiter.
    Post by: Troy, Jun 11, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    Some News! - 2012 GT500 Convertible

    Re: Some News! I cant believe they arent truck shipping it out of "Woostah". I think Id be going a little nuts, it being that close and still...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 11, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    After 20 years, Got a 2011 GT500...

    He must have ESPn to see that far in the future to see the Gt500 available again...:D Congrats...and yeah get out and drive it. Im afraid that...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 11, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    ford racing headers - 2007 GT500

    Re: ford racing headers Good to hear its fixed...leaky headers suck. I hope you used good locking header bolts. The different expansion rates...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 10, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    ford racing headers - 2007 GT500

    Re: ford racing headers Did you use an aftermarket gasket or the original? Use the original shim and use copper rtv on both sides. I know its a...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 10, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    Lower grill insert on a 2008 Shelby GT?

    I ordered a lower grill for mine yesterday. I did find it a little odd though I was told it doesnt come with any hardware or instructions for...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 10, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    Rear end noise - 2010 GT500

    Re: Rear end noise No grinding from the rear end is never normal. Pull the diff cover and looks for excessive wear on the ring and pinion, or...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 10, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    My Gt stripes are lookng better.

    Thanks for the tip on the Protectal. I just bought my 08 SGT-C at the end of April and am learning the querks of these cars. I suffer saggy scoop...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 10, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs
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    cold start engine knock? - 2007 GT500

    Re: cold start engine knock? That knock you hear is probably the pistons as they reach BDC. Once the engine heats up the piston expands closing...
    Post by: Troy, Jun 10, 2011 in forum: 2nd Generation Shelby Mustangs