Valvoline to give away custom Mustang GT-V
Posted 5.30.2008 in News


Valvoline motor oil, along with NightShiftEvents.com, is giving away a custom Ford Mustang built by RJ de Vera. The Mustang, called the GT-V, features a Roush supercharger system, Veilside D1GT body kit, H&R springs, Volk Racing wheels, Diamond sound system, and a custom suede interior from Street Concepts. “The overall theme developed for the Mustang GT-V was ‘Modern yet Classic’. Since we were hoping to bridge the gap between different car enthusiasts we decide to create a fusion between the young tuner performance oriented and aggressive ethos with that of classic American muscle feel. I believe we succeeded in producing an automobile that any car nut would love to have in his garage.” said RJ de Vera. To enter to win the car, visit www.ValvolineChallenge.com.

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Product Review: Hurst Competition/Plus Short Throw Shifter
Posted 5.17.2008 in Product Reviews


Whether driving a road course, accelerating down the quarter mile or simply taking hairpin turns on a mountain road, the shiftr in the S197 Mustang GT does a pretty good job of providing relatively accurate and smooth gear changes. However, many owners prefer an even more direct and accurate shift and replace the factory shifter with an aftermarket short throw shifter. One of the most popular for late-model S197 Mustangs is the Hurst Competition/Plus short throw shifter, part #39-0201. This shifter is popular as it has a traditional muscle car appearance, with the chromed stick and white ball shifter knob. The shifter is similar in design to the factory shifter, with the exception of a 40% shorter throw and urethane front and rear bushings to minimizes deflection under hard acceleration.

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Guide to S197 Mustang Short Throw Shifters
Posted 5.14.2008 in Buyers Guides


A short throw shifter can make driving your S197 Mustang more rewarding by decreasing shift throws and providing a more positive, direct feeling shift. Many fit the stock shifter, and others can be fitted with an aftermarket shift handle to create a unique look inside your Mustang. We’ve gathered information on all the aftermarket short throw shifters available for the S197 Mustang GT and created a buyers guide to help you choose the right shifter.

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Comp Cams Announces High Load Beehive Valve Springs for Modular 2 & 3 Valve Engines
Posted 5.6.2008 in New Products


Realizing the tremendous power potential the Ford 4.6L & 5.4L, 2 & 3 Valve Engines have to offer, enthusiasts are now pushing them to new levels of performance, often utilizing superchargers, turbochargers and very aggressive camshaft profiles. However, these performance upgrades only highlight the shortcomings of factory and inferior aftermarket valve springs. If not addressed properly, improper valve spring selection can lead to lackluster performance, valve float and, in severe cases, valve spring failure. Enter COMP Cams with the industry's most technologically advanced valve spring for Ford 4.6L & 5.4L, 2 & 3 Valve Engines with aggressive performance upgrades.

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Andrew Caddell Wins Inaugural Mustang Challenge Race at Road Atlanta
Posted 5.3.2008 in News


Pole sitter Andrew Caddell didn’t lead the first lap of Ford Racing Mustang Challenge for the Miller Cup competition, but the Graham, Washington native had an otherwise perfect weekend, leading the charts in every practice and qualifying session before going on to take a victory at Road Atlanta in the Series’ first race event. Caddell’s TC Motorsports Ford Mustang FR500S was followed to the line by Rehagan Racing’s Jamie Slone, with Pratt Cole taking the final spot on the podium with his run to third place in the RP Motorsports Ford Mustang.

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Featured: Mickey Knauss' "Barricade" Saleen Mustang
Posted 5.3.2008 in Features


Mickey Knauss has been obsessed with cars since he can remember. He’s always been especially fond of American muscle cars, and thought he’d died and gone to heaven when he first saw his first S197 Saleen Mustang. “It was a black Extreme with the carbon fiber diffusers and had the sleekest, sexiest bodykit I had ever seen in my life,” Mickey remembers. “From that day on, I told all my friends and family I would buy one soon enough and of course they laughed.” Despite being only 18 years old at the time, Mickey surprised everyone by getting the money for a down payment and took the plunge on a used Saleen 3V. Black, of course, like the first one he had seen.

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New Product: Steeda Adjustable Watts Linkage System
Posted 5.3.2008 in New Products


The Steeda Autosports Engineering Team latest creation is a technologically advanced and high performing suspension upgrade for your 2005 through 2008 Mustang. Under development for an extended period of time, Steeda Engineers using ISO 9001-2000 Certified Procedures, set a new benchmark standard for Watt’s Linkage suspension systems for the Ford performance enthusiast.

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Saleen to Offer 302 Crate Engines
Posted 4.28.2008 in News


Saleen is offering, for the first time in company history, its high performance 302 cubic inch (5.0L) premium crate engines for sale through its Speedlab Aftermarket Division. The engine will be available in either short block or long block varieties to satisfy the most seasoned of engine builders and power enthusiasts. Saleen offers the same OEM quality, durability and precision-built engines used today in Saleen built performance vehicles. The legendary 302 engine has already made its rightful return to the performance stage in Saleen product offerings such as the Parnelli Jones Edition, Heritage Series, and the new 25th Anniversary Sterling Edition. Consumers now have the opportunity to upgrade their existing vehicle with a high performance Saleen 302 crate engine.

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Ford Builds 9 Millionth Mustang
Posted 4.20.2008 in News


Ford Motor Company announced today it has built its 9 millionth Mustang. The GT Convertible Mustang is heading west to be delivered to a dealership in Iowa. The Ford Mustang, approaching its 45th anniversary on April 17th, 2009, is one of the most widely recognized vehicles in the world. Today, one of every two sports cars sold in America is a Ford Mustang. The Mustang is also Ford Motor Company’s longest-running nameplate. Mustang was introduced on April 17, 1964, at the New York World’s Fair.

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Ford Mustang Wins Speed GT Race in Long Beach
Posted 4.20.2008 in News


The son shined brightly Sunday during the SPEED World Challenge GT Race presented by Applied Computer System at the 34th annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach.

Brandon Davis, son of team owner and driver Mike Davis, grabbed the pole position and then the race victory, capturing his second career win and first in this series. In the ACS Express #10 Ford Mustang Cobra, Brandon Davis charged to the front in the morning qualifying session and held onto the top position in a flawless performance in his first time driving this historic track.

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