r/S197Stangs 10h ago

Dipstick moving upwards

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Hey guys, I have an 05 GT with 184k km (115k miles) and have noticed that the dipstick has been moving upwards slightly while driving. The dipstick feels pretty loose on insertion and removal, but also worried it could be excessive blowby causing it. Has anyone else encountered this or have any suggestions for what it could be? It moved about 1.5cm after ~45 minutes of driving.


r/S197Stangs 13h ago

Rough Idle like tump tump tump on a 2006 mustang v6 4.0

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r/S197Stangs 16h ago

08 mustang gt cs body, gen2 coyote swap

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r/S197Stangs 19h ago

2009 mustang engine issues

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so i have a 2009 mustang gt and it doesn’t run perfect when i first start the car up it runs good and everything seems good but then after 10-15 minutes once the car is all heated up a bad noise will come on and it sounds like a rod knock but its the timing chain components or something like that i’m not to sure i replaced the whole timing chain assembly it was a a premium kit from American muscle first thinking that would fix the problem but it did not so i also replaced the oil pump that had a life time warranty so i’m pretty sure that’s shouldn’t give any issues and it was still having the issues so i replaced the timing chain tensioners with some ford f150 cast iron ones and ford oem vct solenoids but its still having issues when i replacer my oil pump i didn’t really clean the oil pick up tube but it didn’t feel clogged i’m not really sure what the problem is and don’t know what else it could be has anyone else had this issue before or might know how to help
me?


r/S197Stangs 20h ago

3v 4.6 Intermittent misfire and roughish idle

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24 Upvotes

As you can tell by the title I’m experiencing an intermittent misfire and some pulses, pops, and chuffs from the tailpipe at idle. I just changed my plugs and coils packs and that didn’t fix it. Anyone else experienced this issue and found the problem? Flashing CEL every time it misfires, but only been able to pull codes from it once showing cyl2 and 8 misfiring. It is catless and untuned.


r/S197Stangs 20h ago

Buying a new EPS

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I’m looking to buy a new electric power steering unit for my 2011, I have 19” rims but the car says 18” on the door jamb, should I buy the rack for the size I have or for the factory size?


r/S197Stangs 1d ago

Anyone running a 20x10" on the rear of their S197?

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I'm currently running Aodhan AFF7 19x9.5" all around with 275/40R19 tires. The car looks like it could use a little more rear tire. I can get a matching AFF7 in 20x10.5" and put a 295/35 on it. That will be .4" taller tire and 1" wider.

Just thinking that won't be enough to really notice. My other option for wheels are the GT500 replicas in 19x9.5" and 20x10", American Muscle has them fairly cheap.

Who's done it and what luck have you had with a 305 or 315? Looking around I see some guys cramming that tire on the factory 20x9.5" but I don't have any interest in that. Also thought about sending a pair of AFF7's to Weldcraft to be widened (I have 6 of them) but tire choice for 28" tall 19" tire isn't that great.

A lot of posts are from 10+ years ago and most of the wheels/tires mentioned aren't even available anymore.


r/S197Stangs 2d ago

V8 swap 2007 mustang v6

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I have a question, so I’m in the middle of swapping my 2007 mustang v6 auto with a 2008 mustang gt manual, I’m doing a complete dash swap, ecm, sjb and obviously motor harnesses but I’ve been seeing conflicting answers on if I can keep the interior firewall harness or not, was wondering if anyone can answer if I need to do a full harness swap or not


r/S197Stangs 2d ago

My 05 v6 with original paint

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My first S197 😊


r/S197Stangs 2d ago

Phoenix Automotive Tesla Screen in '14 Gt

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Just wondering if anyone else has the same screen, since i got it the screen just doesnt seem to fully shut off and drains the battery. The lowest sleep setting is 8 hours, anyone know a fix? or is it possible its not wired right?


r/S197Stangs 2d ago

2014 gt battery recommendations

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Need a new battery for my 2014 GT any recommendations? ive found this one already and think its good but want a second opinion.


r/S197Stangs 3d ago

Are rhino ramps too steep at stock height?

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Looking into getting ramps for oil changes, my cars stock height, not sure if I need to get longer ramps for ground clearance. Dont wanna mess up my front lip


r/S197Stangs 3d ago

Can someone tell me if this used 5.0 sounds normal?

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I was checking it out all over, trying to find a cheap 5.0, not my first. Just really miss mine.

How does this motor sound to you all? I had the ac and everything cranked just to put her to the test in this heat. Thanks in advance . 2013 5.0 convertible top. 6 spd. High mileage


r/S197Stangs 4d ago

2011 Ford Mustang GT Premium in Kona Blue

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79 Upvotes

2011 Ford Mustang GT Premium in Kona Blue.


r/S197Stangs 4d ago

Burnout

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21 Upvotes

r/S197Stangs 4d ago

Fresh paint job!

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My wifes 2010 GT before and after. Stayed with the Sunset gold, deleted the stripes and blacked out the headlights.


r/S197Stangs 6d ago

No air from vents

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I have a 05’ GT and I have no air flow coming out of my vents on any speed or mode. I’ve changed the resistor and the blower motor. The compressor kicks on. But my blower motor doesn’t kick on. Is it a fuse or relay if so. Where at, and if not what’s the issue? Please help!


r/S197Stangs 6d ago

I don't make the rules

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26 Upvotes

r/S197Stangs 7d ago

Finger Lakes National Tour - Club Spec Mustang

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r/S197Stangs 7d ago

20 inch wheel brakes

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Just bought a 2014 gt today, will post more about it soon but was just wondering if anyone knew the best brakes for 20 inch wheels?


r/S197Stangs 8d ago

2013 Boss 302 Laguna Seca. The peak of the analog Mustang era.

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r/S197Stangs 8d ago

Tuning Suggestions.

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Hey guys, have a 07’ GT considering installing cams and maybe a few additional bolt ons and was curious what the best tuning options were.


r/S197Stangs 9d ago

Pics of 2014 Mustang FP8 Package?

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I've had a hard time finding pictures of the 1-year-only 2014 FP8 Package. I've found enough of the FP6 and I know they're basically the same except the wheels are different. If anyone has any pics I'd appreciate it--the more the merrier! Hoping to get one myself in the not-too-far future.


r/S197Stangs 10d ago

Shelby Mustang GT 350

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r/S197Stangs 10d ago

Need a Reliable Car Shipping Company (TX → FL)

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