My GT radio gets quiet and then loud over nd over again after about 30-40 min of driving. Anyone have an idea what it might be?

Might be picking one up on Saturday, just curious what the reaction from people is, I hardly see any on the road these days.

I just put a water pump and thermostat in it. It usually would set around 185-200 while driving. Now it’s staying around 200-212 Any reason why that would be? And also it’s like 25 outside. I feel like it should be lower right?

Hi all, its my first post so apologies if this isn't the place to ask.

I am planning to improve the looks of my car and found a specific item that I would like to buy but I couldn't find online and have no idea what is the correct name. Below is a picture showing it. Its the black part right under the fog lights.

I found a replica of roush item similar to it (2nd pic) but it looks very sketchy and hideous compared to the one I'm looking for. I especially like how it covers the whole corner in black.

On a sidenote, what wheels are on the red mustang are they Forgestar CF5V? I found a very similar car but it had slightly different wheels and mods over here. https://project6gr.com/rapid-red-mustang-gt-gets-a-new-color-combo-sporting-project-6gr-10-ten-wheels-in-gloss-black-finish/

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Hello,

Income and background/reason; To start off, my families income is I’d say around middle class maybe even higher middle class. I have my own job, which doesn’t make a lot but that’s because I’m 17. After the job when I’m 18 I alr have a plan to move into hospital setting to continue my job at a higher pay rate and more comfortable.

Right now I have a 2004 Honda accord, passed down from my dad. Just put on 80,000 miles and will probably need a bunch of maintenance done to it(timing belt, water pump etc). There is quite a few, adding to around $750-1000. Car itself is not worth a lot and that might be the majority of the cars worth. My insurance on it is $50 a month, which is great for a 17 year old. I also pay for my phone bill, so my monthly bill is around $100, my parents do not help out with those but they did help find a cheaper insurance company willing to work with me and my parents due to their good history.

Ive saved up a few thousands of dollars, recently got a pay rate but I rarely work due to sports, gym, and school. I have a scholarship which fully covers for my 2 years in college if I decide to go to it.

Car purchase and advice Qs; I’m looking at a mustang from 2014, a V6 manual transmission (idk if all of them didn’t come like that), 65,000 miles, well maintained and with headers with full borla straight pipe on top of many other things. It’s a car from my dad’s friend’s friend. The price I could get it from him is for around $7,500 but there is some problems with that, that is around 90% of what I have saved ish from my work (not counting cash and savings) which is a significant amount and I’d have to borrow $1000 of my parents money, although not necessary, it makes it easier on me to pay off like a monthly (until my mom gets her new job which will allow for a +$90,000 higher income). I don’t have much knowledge bout mustangs since I wasn’t too much into muscle cars, but, this one did catch my eye with how it’s been maintained, its price, the sound, and the way it feels although I’d have to learn to drive manual from it which is another thing I’d like to achieve, I don’t own a manual nor have I ever driven one, I do want to though, it seems like it adds so much more fun in car driving and my parents offered to teach me.

What do you think I should do, I love the car and it’s been well maintained, it would also be my daily and I live in Illinois where it likes to snow but judging I don’t go stupid in it I thought I’d be fine since it’s not a corvette or anything.

Should I pull the trigger, not worry about it? How reliable are they?(I heard the engine is good and lasts quite a bit) Are they a good daily?(I drive less then 3,000 miles per year as of rn) Are they fine in the snow? What should I expect to pay for insurance (would be under my dads name not mine cuz I’m 17 and that would be hell)

Copying my M6G post:

2022 GT Premium

I’m running a decent amount of aftermarket electronics and it’s looking like it’s taken a toll on my battery and possibly alternator. I had a parasitic draw repeatedly drain my battery for a while. I figured that out, but this might have messed with my alt and battery life as I still get the occasional dead battery after not driving for a bit.

Operating voltages are normal, and everything functions when the engine is running. It seems as though my battery is just barely charged to the acceptable level and the tiny discharge that might be normal is now leaving my car dead. I want to upgrade my battery and alternator.

An XS power D4700 seems like a good fit; a lot of people here report success with them. I’m also considering a high output alternator. I’ve seen options that put out 320 amps instead of the factory’s 200. However I messaged Mechman on instagram and they recommended against a high output alt in a high reviving vehicle.

I’ve also seen a few threads mention a smart charge mode that has the alternator putting out less than its max to reduce emissions, and that it can be disabled. Is this worth looking into?

Any suggestions here? I’ll be able to get the battery tested at Autozone tomorrow afternoon

Parked next to this interesting 5.0 at chipotle yesterday…

Hey guys I got a 2015 gt convertible and I’m looking into mods, not power as of right now, but cosmetics wise, how yall feeling about this s650 headlights into this model? Idk I like the way they look but idk, if there’s any other headlights out there that will look good as well , (already got some smoked euros taillights and looking rn for the headlights) any other cosmetic suggestions I would really appreciate it, first time having a mustang so I’m learning my way into it 🙌🏻

Hey guys, what are some of the best cosmetic mods you guys have done to your S550 mustangs and what have you found that has been a waste of money? Please let me know, I’m looking to modify mine soon!

So I just bought a use stainless power long tube headers for my 2020 mustang gt and there’s no gaskets and bolts included and I just wanna ask what did u guys use for your header gaskets and bolts did u guys reuse the old one from the stock headers or u guys buy a new one and if u guys buy a new one what’s the name on it or where I gonna get it.

Hmmmm.

Changed the air filter on my GT and this sucker was way harder than it needs to be. Besides the horrible angle…Cherry on top it needed a t11 to remove the bolt….rant over.

Some idiot female ran me off the road and I scratched my rim and bumper on the curb 😭 she admitted it was her fault and gave me her insurance and number. Should I just send her the bill for the fix or contact insurance? First time in an accident so I really don’t know what the best course of action is.

Hey guys, I'm in the market for a 2015-23 GT. Been on the fence for awhile on whether to get a manual or auto transmission. This would be my first manual car so I'm really nervous about how much I'd like it in the long run. Manual seems like it would be a lot more fun but some of the drawbacks are keeping me split, any advice? thanks

You all have been so helpful, thanks to everyone who has answered my questions.

Im in the process of purchasing, out of state, a 2018 GT350 with 58400 miles.

As of now:

1. The PPF on it was failing. Removal has taken some paint on hood. They are touching up. Crazy we put things on to protect paint that hurts the paint eventually.

2. Its not Blue Certified. It did have the Voodoo replaced at 25k miles. Ive asked for the 170 point inspection. Thats needed for #3.

3. I plan on getting an Extended Service Plan. Got a quote a Ford Factory ESP for drivetrain $2100 for 3 years. I dont plan in modifying it. It will not be a daily.

4. I setup a pre purchase inspection at a neabry Ford Service Center. $228. I really just want them to compressions check the Voodoo and make sure its good to go.

Overkill here? Voodoo makes me excited and nervous. Only made for the 350, not in production anymore, has failed before.

Anymore advice? Like I said, this subreddit has been amazingly helpful. Good community, looking forward to being a part of it.

Does anyone know of any road tracks in or around east Texas that has open track days? I’d like to get into the sport a little and be able to open Ellie up some and do some laps.

Found a 2019 Stage 3 Roush at a local dealership with 25k miles, 10R80, clean CarFax, first owner serviced it religiously every 3k miles apparently. No Magneride, active exhaust, or digital dash but it does have the stage 1 performance pack and the Safe and Smart package, as well as the 20" black Roush wheels and Continentals.

They have it up for $37,888 and its been on the lot since the end of August. CarGurus says they started out at $50k and went up to $54k at one point before trickling down to where it is now........worth jumping on?

For context I have a 2019 GT PP1 10R80 401A car with 42k miles and every option besides Magneride for trade-in, and it's literally spotless. I think they'd love it on their lot.

In the process of buying a GT350. Someone pointed me to the Ford Extended Service Plan. They have one for drivetrain. 3 years, $2100, $200 deductible.

Worth it?

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Recently bought a new to me 2018 mustang, but the passenger side rear shock has just gone so looking at replacing

Car has been lowered and sits about 350mm ride height.

From what I can tell without taking the old one off is that the shock that’s on at the moment is OEM.

Any recommendations on replacements?

Been looking at Bilstein B6 24-253611 but heard mixed bags.

TIA

Buying a GT350 from a Ford Dealership. Its not Blue Certified. I asked for it to be. The response was, its been through service I dont think my manager will allow it to go through again.

That translate to me that it wont pass certification. Thoughts?

I have a 2024 GT, and I've purchased a set of PP take off wheels with Pirelli P Zero summer tires.

I'm not really sold on running the summers year round though. It's not super cold in the CSRA area in Georgia, and we don't generally get snow and ice. But of course this week, it's highs of 40-60, lows down to 30 some nights, and I know it does get like this in January and February as well, so three months of the year are cold-ish.

I don't drive every day, but this is my only vehicle. When I do drive, it's usually just for short trips around town, 5-10 miles, park, 5-10 more, park, etc. Occasionally a longer trip, say 15-20 miles across town, partly on the highway.

I know that once the tires are warm, it's not too bad on summers, but I feel like the tires would barely warm up before I got to my first stop, so that seems ineffective. Not sure I'm interested in the twice-yearly tire swap back to all season tires for a three-month "winter," and even if I did that, these two sets of tires would still have tread at ten years of life, because I just don't drive that much.

I'm leaning toward keeping the Continental all seasons that I have and selling the Pirelli set. Thoughts?