How to Make a '67 Mustang Faster
Ford redesigned the Mustang in 1967 to make it larger and wider and give it a concave tailgate panel. A new engine rated at 320 horsepower was also introduced. Mustang enthusiasts often look for ways to make their classic cars go faster. A few relatively simple modifications to the car can accomplish this task.
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Instructions
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Install a high flow exhaust system that expels the engine gases more quickly and efficiently than the original system. Also, install a wider diameter muffler so the vehicle has more room to expel the air, which will increase its power and make it go faster more quickly. Changing the muffler will usually change the sound of the engine, making it more noisy when you hit the gas.
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Replace the standard air filter with a cold air intake filter that pulls more air through the engine and keeps it cooler. A cool engine performs better and will make the Mustang go faster.
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Replace the stock tires with racing grade tires that adhere to the road surface better and give you better traction so that the car will go faster. Tire pressure is also important. You may want to experiment to get the pressure right, depending on the temperature of the climate where you live, but generally 9 PSI (pounds per square inch) is a good place to start.
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Move the battery from the Mustang's engine compartment to its trunk to get a better weight bias. More weight in the back will give you better traction. This modification is more complicated than some of the others, but is worth the effort because it will make the car go faster.
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Tips & Warnings
Upgrade the suspension so that the car can handle the increased speed that the engine now produces.Make sure that the brakes are properly maintained and can stop the car safely and quickly at faster speeds.
References
- Photo Credit ford mustang's steering wheel image by Lario Tus from Fotolia.com
