2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
10-06-2006, 03:03 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by 91Z28350
Isn't the 6.6 the olds 403? I was under the impression that it wasn't really a Pontiac motor to begin with.
10-06-2006, 03:33 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
The Olds 403 has a lot of potential, I hear. A big bore and a short stroke can make for lots of power. Out of the factory, they only had 185hp, though, with their single exhaust, pellet cat, and 8:1 CR.
10-06-2006, 03:46 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by teal98
The Olds 403 has a lot of potential, I hear. A big bore and a short stroke can make for lots of power. Out of the factory, they only had 185hp, though, with their single exhaust, pellet cat, and 8:1 CR.
10-06-2006, 04:26 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by Z284ever
It also helped to replace the 2.41, 2.56 or 2.73 rear gear ratios. Twofortyone rear end! Think about it.
10-06-2006, 09:28 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by ProudPony
Ever change the plugs on a blown Cobra engine? Try it sometime...
The only way you're going to amaze me with spark plug access difficulty is if I had to pull pistons out of the engine to get to the plugs.
10-06-2006, 09:31 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by teal98
The Olds 403 has a lot of potential, I hear. A big bore and a short stroke can make for lots of power. Out of the factory, they only had 185hp, though, with their single exhaust, pellet cat, and 8:1 CR.
Not shabby for a "choked" engine.
10-11-2006, 08:44 AM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by Bob Cosby
360 n/a HP @ 3300 lbs would get my blood SERIOUSLY pumping.
So Bob, if 360hp in a 3300 lb car would get your attention, how about 427hp in a 3450 lb car?
A Mustang?
An S197 Mustang?
Loaded with ground effects, trim, bells, and whistles?
With 14" rotors and 18" rims?
On sale now, retail.
Well, It Lives.
Originally Posted by Bob Cosby
However, to say I'm skeptical is a serious understatement. Among other things, 05+ Mustangs already have aluminum blocks and heads. No way that changing the trunk lid, front quarters, hood, and other areas like that is going to save anything more than a bit of chump change (speaking weight).
I wish it could happen, but I just don't see Mustang getting lighter. At least not significantly.
I wouldn't mind being proven wrong though.
Bob
I wish it could happen, but I just don't see Mustang getting lighter. At least not significantly.
I wouldn't mind being proven wrong though.
Bob
PS - what if the car above had a blower on it to boot, and still comes in at 3450 lbs?!?!
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10-11-2006, 11:33 AM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by ProudPony
PS - what if the car above had a blower on it to boot, and still comes in at 3450 lbs?!?!
10-11-2006, 01:04 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by ProudPony
427hp in a 3450 lb car
10-11-2006, 01:34 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by Chuck!
Wouldn't 360 HP in a car that's 3600-3700 lbs make it slower than a GTO?
Gear ratios (both rear end and transmission), suspension setup, and the overall shape of the torque curve will also play a large part. There are more than just those factors, but those are the most significant.
10-11-2006, 04:11 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by ProudPony
Ok time to leak a little... the cat's out of the bag (the cat in the hat that is).
So Bob, if 360hp in a 3300 lb car would get your attention, how about 427hp in a 3450 lb car?
A Mustang?
An S197 Mustang?
Loaded with ground effects, trim, bells, and whistles?
With 14" rotors and 18" rims?
On sale now, retail.
Well, It Lives.
So Bob, if 360hp in a 3300 lb car would get your attention, how about 427hp in a 3450 lb car?
A Mustang?
An S197 Mustang?
Loaded with ground effects, trim, bells, and whistles?
With 14" rotors and 18" rims?
On sale now, retail.
Well, It Lives.
Again, I am with you in all sentiments, but I think there is actually hope that Ford can trim-down the porker a little bit. Ford will HAVE to start turning the corner on weight/v./horsepower sometime, and I don't see why it can't be today. It needs to happen for everything except the pickups (SD/HD units especially) IMO, and the sooner the better. Hybrids will gain efficiency, fuel cell cars would gain range, and numerous other benefits come along too for gas-burners, diesels, and everything else.
PS - what if the car above had a blower on it to boot, and still comes in at 3450 lbs?!?!
PS - what if the car above had a blower on it to boot, and still comes in at 3450 lbs?!?!
Greatly appreciate the info!
Bob
10-11-2006, 04:15 PM
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Re: 2008 Bullitt, and a new engine...
Originally Posted by ProudPony
Yes, it is a 4.6 derivative.
http://www.roushperformance.com/mustang_427r.shtml
Does it really weigh 3450 pounds when based off of a 2007 GT, and with a full tank of gas, etc?