After testing two 2018 ford mustang gts with a mere 3pound difference in measured weight, we were taken aback by how much quicker the gt is with its new 10speed automatic 10a sixthan it is. I read that there really isnt a big difference in gas milage between the two if you have a 6 speed manual, which is what i have. S197 mustang gt 3 55 gear swap to 4 10 video stephane gadreau. Acces pdf 20 mustang gt manual transmission problems 20 mustang gt manual transmission problems 20 mustang gt manual transmission note. I was driving the car last night i put it in first gear and it was fine then i shifted smoothly.
Forced induction mustangs dont need a steep gear since they have the power to get moving. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 58 20 mustang models nationwide. Mustang roush supercharger kit phase 1 475hp manual transmission 4. It comes down to personal preference and lifestyle. Mt82 mustang manual transmission fluid change and post. Dont know what year your car is but on the 2011 20 the 3. The reason i say this is because after i killed my other rear end with 3. My mustang is my dd, with a commute of 20 miles each way highway. I have heard a lot about how those gears get you into the power band quicker, feel better etc but does the seat of the pants dyno translate into 060 and quarter mile improvements. I want to possibly switch out the gears because i want to achieve quicker acceleration in general.
Mustang performance transmissions buy parts for ford. Gears can be a pretty general term but in this case, they refer to the ring and pinion gears residing in the rear differential. New oem 19832014 ford mustang manual trans gear shift linkage pivot cup bushing fits. Or with a manual, consider the new available gt track package. Mustang rear gears mustang rear gear ratios overview cj. Ok so you know what mustang rear axle assembly went into what years now lets look at what axles are in your mustang rear end.
I truly could not have asked for better service and price on this car. All 7904 ford mustang rear ends used 28 spline axles except for the 2001 and 0304 svt cobras they used a 31 spline axle in their irs rear end. This manual describes a range of product features and options, sometimes before they are generally available. If it was changed to something other than stock do as shane said. S197 mustang gt 3 55 gear swap to 4 10 video youtube. I cant seem to decide on which gears to go with, im caught between 3. The easiest way to improve your manual mustang gt shifts whiteline transmission insert duration. Simply check your rpm reading at 65mph and compare it to the. Whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround drivers car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang. This is what research on this subject yields anyway. How to drive a manual stick shift standard ford mustang v6. A more race oriented car might even go higher up to 4. This is in 6th gear for anyone considering installing them and worried.
All specifications, performance and fuel economy data of ford mustang gt automatic 3 kw 426 ps 420 hp, edition of the year 20 since midyear 2012 for north america, including acceleration times 060 mph, 0100 mph, 0100 kmh, 0200 kmh, quarter mile time, top speed, mileage and fuel economy, powertoweight ratio, dimensions, drag coefficient, etc. Later, we learned that ford issued a technical service bulletin on the diff, implying we. Manual transmission mustangs get hillhold to prevent excessive rollback, while owners of automatic models will finally be able to change gears themselves, thanks to a gear. Manual transmission parts for 20 ford mustang for sale. Ford mustang under govt investigation for transmission problems. The dealer confirmed what we were hearing and ordered new ring and pinion gears.
I have a 20 mustang gt premium manual transmission with 1500 miles, and i can not shift from 3rd to 4th gear also at high. A very interesting instructional video on how to drive a manual transmission. Lethal performance is your high performance warehouse for all your ford mustang performance parts and tuning needs. So let me start off by stating my cars specifications. This clip will teach you how to use the manual push button shifting feature. Gear ratios dictate how quickly your car will accelerate from a mechanical standpoint.
Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. Would the gt sprint a smidge quicker with a manual transmission. Luckily, late model restoration has put together this mustang gear ratio to rpm chart to help identify which gears your stang may have installed. The 20 ford mustang has 25 nhtsa complaints for the power train at 43,811 miles average. Sorry to ask so many questions i am very new to the site, area, and mustang. Mind you this is only if stock ford mustang gear ratios. It doesnt hurt that the v8 is a hellraiser that sounds great and the sixspeed manual has short throws and an easy shift action. Vehicle is a 2018 mustang gt equipped with the new 10speed 10r80 automatic transmission, performance package 1, 401a equipment group, magneride, and active exhaust.
So while the 20 mustang gt is fast in a straight line, it can also handle a corner or two. Ford mustang forum best gear ratio for 20 automatic. Jun 15, 2017 tired of the slow acceleration given by your stock gears. Mar 14, 2004 i still have the gears, the stock gears are 3. Modifications include a 93 lund racing tune, jlt cold air intake, 20mm ford performance lowering springs and corsa sport to xtreme catback. Therefore, you may find options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle. Aug 31, 2012 instrumented test of the 20 mustang gt convertible with an automatic. Sep 10, 2012 the 20 ford mustang gt looks very cool and churns out tons of power, yet its reasonable fuel economy, easy driving manners, and useful cabin tech make it a fun daily driver. When it comes to buying a used mustang, trying to find out what gears it has installed can be quite the task. In this video i talk about how to make your mustang jump off the line and get ahead of your competition.
I orginally went in looking to just appraise my old car. One of the most common pieces of mustang advice is to sway the gear ratio axle ratio in. Why would you want to change your mustangs gear ratio. Read on to learn more on the 20 ford mustang gt premium in this first test article brought to you by the automotive experts at motor trend. Later, we learned that ford issued a technical service bulletin on. Your entire mustangs rear consists of your axles, the gear housing, a power transfer device ie a spool, lsd, posiunit, etc. Level 2 ford mustang getrag mt82 6 speed 201114 astro. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of ford mustang gt cs man. Mustang rear gears mustang rear gear ratios overview. Sep 11, 2015 a quick 70 mph stroll on the highway after getting the ford racing 4. Maximum towing capacity properly equipped 1,000 lbs. The gold standard for automatic mustangs is an axle ratio of 4. In that case, the 20 ford mustang gt must be either unwise or unconventional.
Get the most useful specifications data and other technical specs for the 20 ford mustang 2door conv gt. Rear gears can also affect things like gas mileage, automatic transmission shift points, rpm when cruising down the highway and what gear youre in when crossing the 14 mile traps at the dragstrip. Specializing in mustang gt, gt500 and svt cobra terminator vehicles since 2004. Should you buy a 2018 mustang gt over a 20 mustang gt.
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