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When the S197 Mustang reached dealers in 2011, there was one question on the minds of owners of older Mustangs: How can I put the new V8 in my car? It's taken a while, but after some trial and error, aftermarket parts companies have brought together the parts needed to fit the Coyote in the Fox Body Mustang.Why Use a Coyote?The Coyote is a modern aluminum engine with a DOHC valvetrain and variable valve timing. This motor is similar in size to a 429 big block, but the dry weight is within a f …

History has cemented the legacy of the Ford Mustang as the world’s top pony car. Hearing the roar of a Stang is one thing, but seeing its handsome façade on the road is another. Its muscular style and undeniable class define its reputation as a pony car. Wherever you go, a Mustang stands out in a row of vehicles. The fourth-generation Mustang characterizes both style and class.Performance Parts for Your 94-95 Mustang GTThe 94-95 Mustang GT took it even further. Its performance was on anoth …

The Ford 9 inch is legendary for its strength, but using this rear end can be expensive and is overkill for most builds. Fortunately, your Fox body probably came with an axle that can handle serious power with the right modifications: the 8.8. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of this rear end.Identifying Your Rear EndThe 8.8 gets its name from the ring gear's width in inches. This axle has been used in various forms in the Mustang for over 25 years, and it also saw plenty of use …

Fox bodies benefit from the polyurethane bushings, shorter springs, and stiffer shocks that are used for every other performance build, but this platform also has some quirks that need to be dealt with. With the right modifications, your Mustang won't just handle better, it will be able to clock faster times at the drag strip. Subframe ConnectorsChassis stiffness is a fundamental part of handling: a weak chassis will flex under stress, absorbing and releasing energy like a spring without a …

Most diehard carburetor aficionados have gradually switched to EFI, but there are still plenty of modern builds using this old school fuel technology. Fox bodies are a natural candidate for this conversion since the 5.0 used carburetors during its first few years of production. Why would you want to use a carburetor, and when should you stick with EFI? Why Stick with EFI? Fuel injectors can be adjusted to deliver the right amount of fuel across the entire RPM range, providing power re …