1987 Mustang 5.0 stocker questions

Jeff Kempton · 09-05-2012, 08:12 PM

I've read some of the earlier threads on Mustang 5.0 stockers, and the general consensus seems to be that the earlier carbureted version is the best to build as a Stocker. However, what about a 1987 fuel injected model? A friend is wondering how tough it would be to convert his into a Stocker to run in our local Stock/SS combo series. We run under IHRA rules, so I think that'd put him in G/FIA with an Index of 13.05. Under NHRA rules his class would be M/SA with an Index of 12.85. Good so far?

Racing locally with the Atlantic Canadian Stock SuperStock Association, he wouldn't have to worry about a heads up. My question is; how difficult/expensive would it be to get this combo to run 2 to 4 tenths under the Index, and what areas would you suggest he focus on? He's on a budget and is just looking to come play, not dominate the qualifying sheets!

Can this combo succeed as a "Dime Rocket"? LOL Thanks in advance for any input!

09-05-2012, 08:12 PM	#1
Jeff Kempton Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posts: 233 Likes: 1,041 Liked 60 Times in 28 Posts	1987 Mustang 5.0 stocker questions I've read some of the earlier threads on Mustang 5.0 stockers, and the general consensus seems to be that the earlier carbureted version is the best to build as a Stocker. However, what about a 1987 fuel injected model? A friend is wondering how tough it would be to convert his into a Stocker to run in our local Stock/SS combo series. We run under IHRA rules, so I think that'd put him in G/FIA with an Index of 13.05. Under NHRA rules his class would be M/SA with an Index of 12.85. Good so far? Racing locally with the Atlantic Canadian Stock SuperStock Association, he wouldn't have to worry about a heads up. My question is; how difficult/expensive would it be to get this combo to run 2 to 4 tenths under the Index, and what areas would you suggest he focus on? He's on a budget and is just looking to come play, not dominate the qualifying sheets! Can this combo succeed as a "Dime Rocket"? LOL Thanks in advance for any input!