The Starting Point:

Everyone has to start somewhere!

My starting point is my '82 Mustang GT puchased for $1800.

Original Equipment / Options:

• 5.0 w/ SROD 4 spd (2bbl carb)

• 7.5 inch rear-end w/2.73 gears

• A/C and Power Windows

• Sunroof and Rear Louvers

Modifications by Previous Owner:

• Swap in an '84 5.0 and T-5 trans (4bbl Holley carb)

• 14" Enki Wheels w/ 225/50R14 Radial TAs

• Kenwood CD Player

Initial Modifications (circa 1/97):

• Make hood scoop functional (No improvement to 1/4 mile time)

• Flip stock air-cleaner lid up-side-down to catch cool air (w/ above mod, shaved 2 tenths)

• Fresh set of spark plugs (They were wasted, another 2 tenths!)

The Results:

• The flipped air lid provides a killer throaty sound at WOT

• 1/4 mile E.T. of 15.1 seconds @ 92 mph w/ severely limited traction.

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