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Bolt-on parts like bigger throttle bodies and higher flowing exhaust components can increase power, but at some point, they’re held back by the limits of your 5.0’s valvetrain. With the right upgrades, you can get more air and fuel into the engine and push exhaust gases out faster, reaping huge improvements in power. How the Mustang 5.0’s Valvetrain Works The valvetrain opens and closes the valves, letting air and fuel in during the intake stroke and burnt gases out during the exhau …

On the street, at the track and especially at the drag strip, shifting accuracy and speed can make a huge difference when you’re trying to get the most out of your Mustang’s engine. Switching to a short throw shifter can help by reducing the distance needed to change gears while increasing feel. While most transmission work can be daunting, this is one of the easiest upgrades you can make to your car.How Manual Transmission Shifters WorkThe gears inside your Mustang’s transmission are lock …

Forced induction can get some serious power out of your Mustang’s engine, but there are two ways to get more air into the combustion chambers: supercharging and turbocharging. What should you consider when choosing these power adders for your build?How Forced Induction WorksNaturally aspirated engines use the pressure difference between the inside of the cylinder and the outside to draw in air, while superchargers and turbochargers pump air into the cylinders. More air means more fuel can …

For an internal combustion engine to work, it needs fuel, air and spark. Fuel and air get the most attention with cams, injectors, pumps and forced induction, but if your Mustang’s ignition system can’t keep up, you can’t get the most out of your engine. How do the components of this system work, and how can modifying them help your car live up to its full potential?AlternatorsThe battery may start the car, but from there on, the electricity your car uses comes from the alternator, which co …

It's often the last 10% of a build that's the hardest: once you've got everything together, you need to be able to test and tune your Mustang to get the best performance. The right gauges can help by letting you monitor engine parameters that are outside the scope of the stock gauges and can even help you keep your eyes on the road.Communicating with Your MustangTo choose the proper gauges for a Ford Mustang and set them up correctly, you need to know how they will get information from y …