GT350
#3016
Btw the MY2018 configurator now allows the optional OTTS on the optional black painted roof.... this is what I'd do on an R.
https://shop.ford.com/build/mustang/...AA.SHB.PRE.%5D
https://shop.ford.com/build/mustang/...AA.SHB.PRE.%5D
#3017
I'm generally not a lead foot gray fan but on an R with both the matte stripes and the red pinstripes it looks fantastic. Would look great on the painted black roof as well.
#3018
Nordschleife Master
Latest Aluminator uses the 5.2 Voodoo block and heads, at a minimum, in addition to parts from the Cobrajet drag car. Not sure what, if any BOSS 302 parts are used?http://performance.ford.com/enthusia...te-engine.html
It’s a 5.2 Coyote. That’s clear. Fpc Voodoos are not reliable in race application and basically had to be replaced every race. If you want to buy Fords marketing BS as to why they say they dumped the Voodoo go right ahead. They went back to a 5.2 Boss Coyote for a reason and it sure as hell wasnt to keep the “special” Voodoo sound limited to its street cards. Lol.
#3019
GT350>Boss302 breathe deeply....its ok
#3020
Nordschleife Master
#3021
Trucker
Rennlist Member
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It’s a 5.2 Coyote. That’s clear. Fpc Voodoos are not reliable in race application and basically had to be replaced every race. If you want to buy Fords marketing BS as to why they say they dumped the Voodoo go right ahead. They went back to a 5.2 Boss Coyote for a reason and it sure as hell wasnt to keep the “special” Voodoo sound limited to its street cards. Lol.
(I did own a ‘17GT350R for 200 miles)
#3022
Race Car
I would go the GT350 route personally. Lots of things on car updated for track use. Seems to be pretty reliable on track. I tracked mine only lightly
I have had a GT350 and a Boss 302
I have had a GT350 and a Boss 302
#3023
Nordschleife Master
Waxer, a friend of mine wants to buy a V8 track/DE car preferably a Ford; are you recommending a low mileage cheap GT 5.0 and upgrade it with suspension, brakes, wheels or spend $20k-25k more and get a used GT350 which will also need some upgrades?
(I did own a ‘17GT350R for 200 miles)
If a street, show & shine and track car ... GT350. 5 point belts & Hans.
#3024
Not a Coyote at all. It's built from a Voodoo with a swapped out CP crank and custom cams and dry sump. It does use a Coyote intake manifold, though.
#3025
I say get a used GT350.... the higher revving 8250rpm Voodoo (and its godly exhaust notes) is worth the price of admission. Plus in stock form it already has excellent brakes, suspension, aero, chassis/IRS, and MagneRide/drive modes, etc.... and Recaros. Perfect for street and occasional or even monthly amateur track use. A better transmisson too... the Tremec 3160 in the 350 is night & day compared to the crap MT82 in non-350s. Plus the fun to drive as hell factor in the GT350 is priceless... no way would I even consider the 5.0 or Boss 302 over the GT350 especially in pre-owned form considering the non-R prices are dipping nowadays.... just make sure you get at least a Track Pack version if a pre-2017 model.
For example... here's a few that are out there and there are many more:
You can thank me later.... 'nuff said.
For example... here's a few that are out there and there are many more:
You can thank me later.... 'nuff said.
#3026
Nordschleife Master
#3027
Waxer, a friend of mine wants to buy a V8 track/DE car preferably a Ford; are you recommending a low mileage cheap GT 5.0 and upgrade it with suspension, brakes, wheels or spend $20k-25k more and get a used GT350 which will also need some upgrades?
(I did own a ‘17GT350R for 200 miles)
#3028
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I recommend a 2015+ Performance Pack and add 18x11 Apex wheels with favorite tires. Add other items as he gets familiar with the car. The trans and clutch for the most part have been fixed compared to the S197. Because of the trans/clutch issues I would not recommend any S197 5.0 including the Boss 302.
If your friend is interested I have my GT350 for sale. Why did you only keep your GT350R for 200 miles?
https://trackmustangsonline.com/thre...plitter.13231/
If your friend is interested I have my GT350 for sale. Why did you only keep your GT350R for 200 miles?
https://trackmustangsonline.com/thre...plitter.13231/
#3029
**Whole world using laptops and ipads
Waxer: "typewriter is the best ever, you're all wrong and stupid!"
Give it a rest, man. We get it, your opinion is that the Boss is better. Move on.
Waxer: "typewriter is the best ever, you're all wrong and stupid!"
Give it a rest, man. We get it, your opinion is that the Boss is better. Move on.
#3030
Can I just tell you how much better the GT350 is over the Boss 302? Leaps and bounds better let me tell ya.