Magnuson update
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 1999
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From: Tulsa, Ok
Magnuson update
I talked to Jason at RK Sport today.... He told me that the kits are 2 months out yet.
I'm not so sure he was the most knowledgeable guy there because, at first he told me
that the kits would not come with injectors and tuning. He said that you would need to
order a Hypertech programmer separately. Then after pressing him to check on that,
he check with someone else and came back to say the tuning comes with the kit but
he still contends that injectors are not included. Likely not needed.
Nate told me that the kit comes with tuning and injectors a couple weeks ago.
Only thing is.... When will the kit be out on the streets.
If RK is quoting 2 months :(
Jason said the reason for delays is GM is testing the unit and will be warranting the
kit and also offering it as an option of future C5.
No don't flame me on any of this... I am just quoting what I was told from RK.
Clark
I'm not so sure he was the most knowledgeable guy there because, at first he told me
that the kits would not come with injectors and tuning. He said that you would need to
order a Hypertech programmer separately. Then after pressing him to check on that,
he check with someone else and came back to say the tuning comes with the kit but
he still contends that injectors are not included. Likely not needed.
Nate told me that the kit comes with tuning and injectors a couple weeks ago.
Only thing is.... When will the kit be out on the streets.
If RK is quoting 2 months :(
Jason said the reason for delays is GM is testing the unit and will be warranting the
kit and also offering it as an option of future C5.
No don't flame me on any of this... I am just quoting what I was told from RK.
Clark
Racer
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 353
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From: Boca Raton FL
Re: Magnuson update (imxz28)
GM testing the kit for warantie it and a option for future C5? :jester :jester :jester :jester :jester :jester :jester :jester :jester
Ok..I did not flame you....only...LOL
Richard
Ok..I did not flame you....only...LOL
Richard
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 1999
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From: Tulsa, Ok
Re: Magnuson update (eikeland)
Thanks for not torching me Richard.... I have to ask myself if there is any validity to their claim ??
It could happen you know ?? Maybe they are just saying that to pump sales ??
Did you ever get the pics of under your car ??
Clark
It could happen you know ?? Maybe they are just saying that to pump sales ??
Did you ever get the pics of under your car ??
Clark
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 1999
Posts: 2,049
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From: Tulsa, Ok
Re: Magnuson update (SilverStar)
Yes, Here's the details.... But F*rd always over rates their HP... GM underates :)
2003 Press Kit available here: http://www.bonforums.com/mustang/cobra_03presskit/
"The 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra's 4.6-liter, DOHC V-8 is equipped with an
Eaton(tm) supercharger and new aluminum alloy cylinder heads that provide
increased flow capabilities. The engine produces 390 horsepower at 6,000 rpm
and 390 foot-pounds of torque at 3,500 rpm, compared with the 2001 model's
320 hp at 6,000 rpm and 317 foot-pounds of torque at 4,750 rpm.
To provide strength necessary for the substantially increased torque output,
the new Cobra engine is built on a cast-iron block. This unit contains the
carryover forged-steel crankshaft, which is fitted with new Manley forged
"H-beam" connecting rods, forged pistons similar to those in the SVT F-150
Lightning, and an aluminum flywheel similar to the 2000 SVT Mustang Cobra R's.
The engine is mated to a TTC T-56 6-speed manual transmission. Behind that,
an aluminum drive shaft with upgraded universal joints connects to the rear
axle, which now has a 3.55:1 gear ratio."
2003 Press Kit available here: http://www.bonforums.com/mustang/cobra_03presskit/
"The 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra's 4.6-liter, DOHC V-8 is equipped with an
Eaton(tm) supercharger and new aluminum alloy cylinder heads that provide
increased flow capabilities. The engine produces 390 horsepower at 6,000 rpm
and 390 foot-pounds of torque at 3,500 rpm, compared with the 2001 model's
320 hp at 6,000 rpm and 317 foot-pounds of torque at 4,750 rpm.
To provide strength necessary for the substantially increased torque output,
the new Cobra engine is built on a cast-iron block. This unit contains the
carryover forged-steel crankshaft, which is fitted with new Manley forged
"H-beam" connecting rods, forged pistons similar to those in the SVT F-150
Lightning, and an aluminum flywheel similar to the 2000 SVT Mustang Cobra R's.
The engine is mated to a TTC T-56 6-speed manual transmission. Behind that,
an aluminum drive shaft with upgraded universal joints connects to the rear
axle, which now has a 3.55:1 gear ratio."
Racer
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 361
Likes: 2
From: Maple Grove MN
Re: Magnuson update (imxz28)
I'm on the list to get one of the first units.. The (List means they will call me to see if I still want it a couple weeks before they feel it will ship).. I was told a week or two ago it would be two months before they are ready to ship. I was Talking to Magnason Directly not one of their vendors. I'm putting in on my 2002 Yukon, so I can go pick on some Ford Lightnings..lol
Dennis :seeya
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