quote:Originally posted by Cyboman:
You got me there, DeTom! I doubt I would be, but it certainly would be interesting to see the finished project! I'm sure it may even open the Pantera door to a whole new generation of tuners. I, however, am not part of that generation.
Michael
Lol Haha. I have to agree with Cyboman on that one. Even though I am quote "part of the tuner generation" due to my age- I am still far from being 'for' that garbage. If what DeTom mentioned was actually done I believe that would be the demise of the Pantera...
As far as mod motors go- that's kinda my forte.
Restoman- if you have decided to go modular look for a 4.6L Mustang Cobra motor. Make sure it's used and in working condition to save you some dough. Next have that thing bored to a 5.0L "Big Bore" motor. You can leave the heads pretty much alone other than maybe some polishing to clean them up a bit. Then add some 1/2" fuel rails, a 42lb injector, and a blower running between 14 and 19lbs of boost. On the Pantera you'd have to go roots style because I'm not sure of the fit for an S-Trim. (Some of the guys might be able to comment on that) Either way, you are looking at well over 500hp. If you want I can get you more build info for those motors.
(Note: the motor I described along with some added Mustang specific parts is making 620hp on a friends '98 Cobra)