Reply to "MODULAR OR BUST!"

resto,

I have no hands on experience "hot rodding" or "swapping" the modular V8s, but I can share a bit of info to get you going.

FRPP is offering a 5.0 liter 400 bhp 4 cam mod motor as a crate motor at $14,995. A 4.6 liter 305 bhp mod motor is offered as a crate motor at only $5,200.

http://www.fordracingparts.com/home/home.asp

A Kenne Bell supercharger is one of the more successful ways to increase the output of these motors, the kits are well engineered, install easily, are compact and look oem.

http://www.kennebell.net

There are ways to boost output through tuning as well, as the 4 cammers are known to be capable of 100 bhp per liter naturally aspirated

Steve Wilkinson (562) 634-3434; and Collectors Choice Ltd (608) 849-9878; are 2 vendors who have experience with mod motor installations.

With the popularity of Mustangs soaring, I'm sure there are engine builders in your area who could share their thoughts on how best to hot rod the cammers as well. I'll offer this one bit of advice: Avoid the engine builders who don't return phone calls or who are reluctant to give you any time discussing your options, because they would treat you the same way as a customer. You don't need that in your life.

I for one would appreciate it if you shared what you learn as your project progresses, perhaps some pics at various stages, etc.

Good luck.

Your friend on the PIBB, George