if you are going down the route of truly tuning the car ed is right.....do it right and get a few performance upgrades
there really is no pont in just removing the speed limit, chances are there is a reason why it's on there in the first place. I am not familiar with the V6 motors or thier capabilities, but I can tell you there was a specific reason Ford put a limiter on the terminator cars. The reason was piston to wall clearance and lack of cooling...high speed runs = bye bye motor.
-- Ian --
2003 10th Aniv. Cobra Convertible Torch Red
Born on 6/18/2003 / Build # 4357 / # 489 0f 10th Aniv
1 of 369 Torch Red 10th Aniversary cars Built
I think you are referring to the "Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act" and you are correct the manufacturer/Dealer can't just void your your whoile warranty because you have made some changes to the factory installed equipment.
This statue is intended to protect the consumer from deceptive warranty practices.
If your claim is greater than 25K, you can bring action in federal court. You can also file a class action if the class plaintiffs is greater than 100. For lesser amounts, action would need to be taken in state courts.
You may also recover reasonable costs of suit, ie. attorney fees, and this fact also aids in the effectiveness of this act.
Richard Hill-Rowdy's Owner
Remember what TorchredSVT said regarding the possibility of blowing the engine? I guess if you are going to replace the V6 with a V8, YEAH, go ahead a try it but I wouldn't just "blow off" what was said in the aforementioned post. Most of the members of this club give pretty good advice. My suggestion would be that you check with our president "Rick" who is a Master Mechanic" or someone directly tied into Ford, before proceeding, unless of course you have "Money To Blow".
Richard Hill-Rowdy's Owner
Ok, trying to "make peace" here. I understand everything that everyone has stated. I was asking for opinions on just removing that 118 MPH limit. I am aware that besides my "perception" of it being there for safety and marketing, it is also there for engine, drive-train, etc. "protection". I understand the whole warranty issue if I do a tune during the warranty period and there is a failure that can be traced to the tune. I appreciate all of the input and will seek out Rick at the next cruise night I attend. After reading your replies here and getting information from another forum. I'm leaving the car stock in regards to a Tune, CAI, etc. It is fine as it is. I also want this car to be drivable daily, that is why I bought it. Thanks again, and see you all soon.
PonikNH
2012 Mustang Base V6 Coupe, 6 spd Automatic, 3.31 Rear Axle, Kona Blue
I did a lot of research on this before I bought my 2007 V6 in 2010.
I was considering buying a 2011 and I wanted to know as much as I could before I bought.
The speed limiter is because of the tires. If you upgrade them, you should be OK.
Yes, you probably need a tune to turn it off (and it could void portions of your warranty).
The portions in question will be only related to the engine and drive-train.
My 2006 V8 had a tune on it the first year, but I drive so few miles warranties don't do much for me.
2006 Vista Blue GT Deluxe,Dark Charcoal, Manual, 64W Chrome 18" Wheels,Spoiler Delete,IUP Satin, 14A,43A,17L
Receipt Date- 01/25/06 Produced Date- 03/29/06 Arrival Date--- 04/11/06
MODS: JLT CAI,SCT dyno tune by Pete, WebElectric sequential tail lights & pony corral, Pypes Violators, Front plate relocation,Hella 500 driving lights instead of fogs,GMS double strut brace & A-arm brace.
2007 Alloy GT Premium Convertible,Charcoal w/Red Premium Trim Pkg.,Manual,64W wheels,3.55 gears,IUP charcoal.