Thread: Mustang Computer in Lincoln
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Old February 8th 07, 03:22 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.mustang
trainfan1
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> On Feb 7, 9:20 pm, trainfan1 > wrote:
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>>>On Feb 2, 8:13 pm, trainfan1 > wrote:
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>>>>>What will happen if I put a 97MustangComputerin a 97Lincoln, since
>>>>>they basically have the same engines.
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>>>>Firmer shifting?
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>>>>Rob
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>>>Will the top end speed increase?
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>>Maybe, but the ECU from an Interceptor(140 mph+) would be mapped out
>>much better for the TownCar. Neither would likely work in the
>>Continental(4.6? Yes. Same engine? No.).
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>>Rob
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> How is it not the same engine. It's a Dohc V-8. Look it up.
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Continental is DOHC, transverse installation, front wheel drive, on a
Taurus/Sable front subframe, much different transmission & calibration.

TownCar is a SOHC, RWD, same basic transmission as Mustang, calibrated
quite differently & purpose built to the platform.

Rob
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