sgt1020 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Im thinking about putting the gt 500 spoiler on for performance. The downforce it generates at high speeds is a plus. The only thing holding me back is that the Shelby GT's didn't come with a spoiler. I know they wanted to make it look like the 65' GT350 without the spoiler. Thats the only thing keeping me from doing the spoiler. What do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby-Don Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Im thinking about putting the gt 500 spoiler on for performance. The downforce it generates at high speeds is a plus. The only thing holding me back is that the Shelby GT's didn't come with a spoiler. I know they wanted to make it look like the 65' GT350 without the spoiler. Thats the only thing keeping me from doing the spoiler. What do you guys think? Personally I purchased a take-off GT spoiler before I even received my car but have never put it on I kinda like it without. Besides unless you purchase another rear deck lid once you drill the holes and put the spoiler on there's no going back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmn444 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 pretty sure you won't be generating any downforce with it... cosmetic only for those spoilers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT0128 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I wouldn’t do it to my car, but that’s just me. There is no performance gain what so ever unless you’re driving 150 into turn 1. If you like the way it looks, bolt it on. The only person opinion that really matters is yours…it’s you car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgt1020 Posted February 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Very true. I was just seeing what most guys thought. Personally when I look at it, the car without the spoiler looks nicer, more classy I would say. I haven't done anything to the motor, but I am planning on getting the SC package within the next year or two. Besides that I've added the CDC vented window louvers, Shelby brake duct bezels with the PIAA fog lights, Sequential turn signals, clear front turn signals, painted mirror covers, lower billet grille, Shelby Pedals and a Shelby windshield banner. I'll put some pictures up as soon as the weather gets warmer. -Love the Grabber Orange SGT's btw. They just POP! Looks great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Hill Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 NO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordRocks1 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 The choice is yours but the GT 500 spoiler is something I won't do because our SGT is unique in that aspect, don't get me wrong it does look great on the GT's and looks way better than the stock spoilers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgt1020 Posted February 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Yeah. Im not doing it. I wasn't gonna to begin with, I just wanted to know what other people thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kahmann Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 If you want the most downforce (from a normal looking, low pro spoiler), then the OEM V6 spoiler is the one you want. It's proven to be the most effective of all of Ford's spoilers. Personally, I don't like spoilers on these cars at all. Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shel-b001 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I like the Shelby G.T the way it is but its up to you, if you want it go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBRA SCOTTY Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I GUESS I HAVE DIFFERENT TASTE. SO WHEN MY CAR WENT TO VEGAS TO GET THE GT/SC PACKAGE I HAD THE HERTZ OR MUSTANG GT SPOILER PAINTED AND INSTALLED ON MY CAR. IT IS THE ONLY ONE APPROVED BY SAI TO BE INSTALLED ON THE GT/SC PACKAGE. I LIKE THE LOOK AND IT DOES PROVIDE ABOUT 70 LBS OF DOWN FORCE AT 75 - 80 MPH ACCORDING TO THE ENGINEERS AT FORD MOTOR ENVIRO WIND TUNNEL. I DO ROAD RACE MY CAR AND I WAS ABLE TO FEEL THE DIFFERENCE IN HOW LIGHT THE BACK END OF MY CAR FELT BEFORE AND AFTER THE WING WAS INSTALLED. HERE'S A COUPLE OF PICTURE FOR YOU. SCOTTY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V-8 Vixen Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I had a spoiler added to my SGT because I thought it looked like a "family sedan" without it. Have you ever seen how weird a little Mustang looks without a spoiler? I requested the dealership add a spoiler before I took my car home and they added the GT500 spoiler. I'm happy; it both looks and is fast. I say go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBRA SCOTTY Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I had a spoiler added to my SGT because I thought it looked like a "family sedan" without it. Have you ever seen how weird a little Mustang looks without a spoiler? I requested the dealership add a spoiler before I took my car home and they added the GT500 spoiler. I'm happy; it both looks and is fast. I say go for it! I THOUGHT MY CAR LOOKED OK WITHOUT A SPOILER, BUT IT LOOKS BETTER NOW THAT I HAVE ADDED ONE. SCOTTY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V-8 Vixen Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I THOUGHT MY CAR LOOKED OK WITHOUT A SPOILER, BUT IT LOOKS BETTER NOW THAT I HAVE ADDED ONE. SCOTTY Way better!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBRA SCOTTY Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Way better!! . OKAY WAY BETTER !!! I SEE WE HAVE THE SAME TASTE ; PUT ON A SPOILER OR GO HOME. SCOTTY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorjock205 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I added the GT500 spoiler to my SGT...Out here in West Texas, I'm able to open it up a little more than most people in other places, and at about 120 without a spoiler, I definately noticed the rear end of the car being light. After I installed the GT500 spoiler, I noticed much improved feel in the rear end of the car at higher speeds. I've run it up to 155 out here and it was planted solid...It is a personal preference, and I've always liked the look of a spoiler on the back of the cars, so I did it and I'm glad I did! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDT Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Yeah. Im not doing it. I wasn't gonna to begin with, I just wanted to know what other people thought. Allrighty then.........The wimpy v6/kr spoiler is the more effective choice according to SVT/SAI????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HARALD KELLEY Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 It sure is what you like. I wish my GT-H did not have the spoiler. The SGT looks nice and clean without one. Just my opinion. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V-8 Vixen Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 . OKAY WAY BETTER !!! I SEE WE HAVE THE SAME TASTE ; PUT ON A SPOILER OR GO HOME. SCOTTY It is tempting to say that, isn't it? :rolleyes: I'm thinking the differences of opinion is more of generational thing. But, I like that a spoiler looks cool as hell AND there's a performance aspect to having one as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormeaston Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 NO!!!!! This is one of the things that sets our car apart from the others! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDT Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 NO!!!!! This is one of the things that sets our car apart from the others! Along with the HP Rating??????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07-2937 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 yes do it I put one on and chose the v6/KR spoiler but I have seen Ford wind tunnel videos and all the spoilers (except the boy racer one) don't effect aerodynamics nor smooth out turbulence... but they look cool Its your car and your choice go for it!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDT Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I have seen Ford wind tunnel videos and all the spoilers (except the boy racer one) don't effect aerodynamics nor smooth out turbulence... Just as I have suspected..................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rush_junky Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 IMHO.... NO.... The SGT has the best throwback styling of any of the modern 'Stangs. Why change it? The '66 GT-350 had no spoiler as you pointed out. If you want to make it look like a Boss or Mach I, by all means... If you want to make it look like a GT-500, by all means...If you want to make it look like a Saleen or Roush, by all means...If you want to make it look like a MGT, by all means... I think all of these cars are great, BTW. Keep the SGTs and Bullits true to their original styling. I hope I don't have to eat those words someday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueshawk Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 If you want the most downforce (from a normal looking, low pro spoiler), then the OEM V6 spoiler is the one you want. It's proven to be the most effective of all of Ford's spoilers. Personally, I don't like spoilers on these cars at all. Ken I also think the V6 spoiler is the best looking. However, I like mine without a spoiler. I really don't like the standard GT "wing". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard m.switzer Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 I added the GT500 spoiler to my SGT...Out here in West Texas, I'm able to open it up a little more than most people in other places, and at about 120 without a spoiler, I definately noticed the rear end of the car being light. After I installed the GT500 spoiler, I noticed much improved feel in the rear end of the car at higher speeds. I've run it up to 155 out here and it was planted solid...It is a personal preference, and I've always liked the look of a spoiler on the back of the cars, so I did it and I'm glad I did! did you say 155 :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorjock205 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 did you say 155 :o YUP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFL05GT Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Im thinking about putting the gt 500 spoiler on for performance. The downforce it generates at high speeds is a plus. The only thing holding me back is that the Shelby GT's didn't come with a spoiler. I know they wanted to make it look like the 65' GT350 without the spoiler. Thats the only thing keeping me from doing the spoiler. What do you guys think? Like most say, it's a matter of personal taste. I prefer mustangs with spoilers, so I added a GT500 spoiler to 08SGT0528 very soon after I bought it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstroDan Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 Along with the HP Rating??????? I hate to hijack this thread, but I wonder how many of your 5000+ post are as substantitive as this one...? Go for the spoiler if you like it. I've been up to/above 150 and felt rock-solid without one... Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordRocks1 Posted February 19, 2010 Report Share Posted February 19, 2010 YUP Well....he does carry a badge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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