ANTAUS Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 http://www.autoblog.com/2016/11/21/2018-ford-mustang-details-leaked-10-speed-auto-no-v6/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 Is it too early for me to say I told you so on the V6 and the 10 speed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 Interesting that the GT and Ecoboost might be getting the same shocks at the GT350...guess Ford wants to counter the ZE1 Camaro or whatever its called. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blksn8k2 Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 (edited) I thought all Mustangs already had dual exhaust, including the EB? Edit: Looks like that option is probably only referring to upgrading the standard dual exhaust to include GT-350 style quad tips. Edited November 21, 2016 by blksn8k2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 somethings weird...2018 ordering guide is NOT avail yet, and I don't expect it for at least 5 months, last I checked it was still 2016 for gawds sake.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 somethings weird...2018 ordering guide is NOT avail yet, and I don't expect it for at least 5 months, last I checked it was still 2016 for gawds sake.... The details came from someone with access to the Ford parts ordering system. This happens somewhat regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 somethings weird...2018 ordering guide is NOT avail yet, and I don't expect it for at least 5 months, last I checked it was still 2016 for gawds sake.... Which makes me wonder if their source has gotten hold of an incomplete draft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 I will take it with a grain of salt, but the rumors run close to what's being touted as actually FROM a non existent ordering guide....hell, last I looked it WAS STILL 2016...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 I will take it with a grain of salt, but the rumors run close to what's being touted as actually FROM a non existent ordering guide....hell, last I looked it WAS STILL 2016...... It wasn't from an order guide it was from a preliminary parts catalog which is usually done in advance to prepare the suppliers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 @AKIRBY...well that's a waste of time as well......I can attest to how prepared suppliers are in advance by every delayed part needed for recalls ( which are seemingly happening daily unfortunately.....) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 sidebar...nice to see ford announcing a power upgrade for the 2.3 ecoboost...and at a mere $695 plus install its a bargain....AND doesn't void warranty.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomcat68 Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 I don't want that turbo that needs expensive 93 octane gas to get the HP and fuel economy it advertises so it can cost more than the v6 to fill up. At first I thought the turbo was a good idea, but not any more. The v8 is too expensive and costs too much to insure. I'm keeping my 2012 until flying cars are invented... unless the flying car comes with a turbo 4! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 @atomcat....funny, I get into the octane discussion all the time, theres a catch 22 though....we don't get 93 here, but the difference in cost between 87 and 91 octane is usually 15 -20 cents....so, when I fill up my ST ( it takes about 12 gallons )...it costs me about $2.40 more...big deal, that's less than a double half caff milk soy with a double expresso shot that just unchains the hoon in me when behind the wheel and elicits nervous twitches and rapid eye blinking at stoplights ...but my MPGs also go up a couple of miles per gallon, so IMO it more than makes up for the difference and the car benefits from more Horsepower. Not only that, Ive never used anything other than 91 octane Chevron in my Bike, heads were off at 80000 and were as clean as new and didn't even need valve adjustment, I just hit 96000 miles...ZERO issues. Bike takes 4.2 gallons...that's 84 cents...its tough, but I can live with that... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenCaylor Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 I don't want that turbo that needs expensive 93 octane gas to get the HP and fuel economy it advertises so it can cost more than the v6 to fill up. At first I thought the turbo was a good idea, but not any more. The v8 is too expensive and costs too much to insure. I'm keeping my 2012 until flying cars are invented... unless the flying car comes with a turbo 4! Especially when 93 octane gas is not available in much of the country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 It really cracks me up how people whinge about about 20 c/gal being a no sale... you're living in a very privileged country where almost everything is cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 It wasn't from an order guide it was from a preliminary parts catalog which is usually done in advance to prepare the suppliers. even worse than a proposed dealer order list, I'm betting the thing is not reflective of all proposed changes. I wonder what became of the TTV6 plans Ford had a while back, could you imagine the Raptor engine in Mustang.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 It really cracks me up how people whinge about about 20 c/gal being a no sale... you're living in a very privileged country where almost everything is cheap. I know right!?!? Have some perspective people #firstworldproblems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullynd Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Wonder if the 3.7 will be phased out across the board... what's it left in - Transit and Lincolns? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Wonder if the 3.7 will be phased out across the board... what's it left in - Transit and Lincolns? Not sure about that, isn't it still a fairly new engine for Ford? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30 OTT 6 Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Wonder if the 3.7 will be phased out across the board... what's it left in - Transit and Lincolns? The 3.5L and 3.7L are basically the same engine except for bores and pistons. I'm surprised FoMoCo didn't just install the 3.5L into the S550 V6 Mustang... since they were intent on castrating it anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
630land Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Yes it is still CY 2016, but the auto industry is in MY 2017. And on Jan 1, makers can sell some MY 2018 cars, and spring will see many more 18's unveiled. Not as far away as it seems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoss96racing Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 It really cracks me up how people whinge about about 20 c/gal being a no sale... you're living in a very privileged country where almost everything is cheap. where I live it is a 60c/gal difference.... that can add up quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 @hoss...and I would guess even your premium gas is significantly cheaper than here in So Cal....we have our special blends you know.....lol... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 (edited) @hoss...and I would guess even your premium gas is significantly cheaper than here in So Cal....we have our special blends you know.....lol... Yes, it all depends on whether regular is $1.80/gal or $2.50/gal or $2.90/gal before the midgrade or premium cost is added. I can understand when prices approach $3/gal that people notice an additional 60 cents a gal but if you're only paying $1.80, well maybe it's not as painful. Nobody likes the thought of havng to pay more just because you choose a turbo car over an atmo V6 or V8. I guess it's personal choice whether you feed your cars regular, midgrade or premium.. Midgrade seems to cost a lot less than premium and could be a reasonable alternative up to a point....... Edited November 22, 2016 by jpd80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Regular is ~ $2.36 by me (CT). No idea what there other stuff is because I never buy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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