how do i get more horsepower out of my factory 5.0 88 thunderbird affordabley

Asked by David Mar 26, 2014 at 08:44 PM about the 1988 Ford Thunderbird RWD

Question type: Car Customization

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Mark answered 10 years ago

Quickest, easiest most affordable would be a performance module: http://www.gfchips.com/fordthunderbird.aspx?gclid=CMXPrrO_sb0CFeMF7AodVh0AFg

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au98ta answered 10 years ago

After a chip, basic bolt ons. More air in and more air out. Intake and exhaust. Exhaust system, headers (mid or long tube headers don't waste your time with shortys). Lol i shouldn't suggest this but there is always nitrous oxide systems, but without the proper safety mechanisms (fuel pressure safety switch, rpm window switches, etc.) It could cause more harm than good.

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Rusty answered 10 years ago

Scrap yard explorer upper and lower intake. Craigslist has tons of stang parts you can use.

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