My Boss 302 BLOG

4-4-14 WOW has it really been almost a year?

2014-04-04T08:18:00.000-07:00

Wow Since my last post? almost a year, hard to believe.
As of right now . My daughter and I are going to the 50th Mustang Birthday gathering in Charlottle NC
We will leave on the 15th and be back the day before Easter.
I will post pics. I am parking with the guys from Bossmustangsonline.com
There should be quite a few and some group picks would be great.
then just a few days after the Wifey and I are headed to Negril Jamaica for our 10th Anniversary.
I love her to death and glad she has put up with me and my hobbies this long haha.

Here is a few things I forgot to post since last time.

Here is a link to the Grand Am Rolex race at Indy last year.
https://rolexgrandamindy13.shutterfly.com/
I got to meet Roger Miller with the 158 Miller Racing team. He was a great guy and took time out to talk to Sonya and I. Sadly he passed away 2 weeks later.

We went to the St louis Auto Museum for a show and We took First!!
https://stlouistransportaionmuseumshow.shutterfly.com/pictures

I also attended the Cruise for a cause in Wisconsin. Once again it was a great event and highly recommend it. The guest Speaker Was Lee Holman of Holman and Moody.
https://cruiseforacause2013.shutterfly.com/

Here is a link to one of my Autocross Runs.
Autocross at the Cruise for a Cause

More to come.

4-21-13 Central IL SVT and Performance Fords Show MY DYNO

2013-04-22T14:24:00.002-07:00

Well I got 2 runs with the dyno. One with the Silver key and the last with the Red key.
Posted are the 2 videos and the sheet.
As you can clearly see the red key had more hp and tq though the band, or more useable hp and tq when racing. Both ended up with about the same hp (379hp) but the torques with the silver key was 324.59 and the red key it was 339.49.
All in all I was happy with the numbers. But I wonder what the numbers would have been with the stock restrictive mufflers were still in. I had the less restrictive Roush axle backs, and when you factor in the .17% for parasitic loss it is right at 444 hp as advertised.

Here are the links.

First Run with Silver Key. (CLICK ME)

Second Run with Red Key (CLICK ME)

Roush Review 4-9-13

2013-04-09T13:06:00.002-07:00

After driving the Boss about four or five times I would like to report that the Sound is Awesome. A lot meaner. especially with the sides uncorked. truley sounds like a mean machine (retro).
I noticed quite a few people rolling there windows down and listening to the sweet exhaust sound.
Quality was excellent. Instructions on install could be better. (install Mids before reattaching Mufflers first . not other way around (rear end binds pipe so you cant get the movement needed to put mids back in unless mufflers are off.
Money well spent. Now if only the weather would be better so I could drive it more!!

3-24-13 INSTALLED ROUSH EXHAUST

2013-04-02T14:09:00.001-07:00

WOW , very nice low rumble and an agressive tone compared to stock. I do notice a drone at 60-65mph but thats OK as I never drive that anyway haha.
Install was a snap but the instructions need an update. I found it easier to install the Mid pipes first then tails instead of the opposite that the instructions called for. Quality is excellent. there are even little drain holes in the bottom to allow moisture buildup to escape instead of sit inside the muffler.
Below are the comparisons Pics of Both old and new as well as Vids.

Before
Boss Stock Exhaust
After
Roush Exhaust

2-20-13 Ordered Roush Axle backs

2013-02-26T08:45:00.002-08:00

Ordered and Received Roush Axle back Exhaust, I cant wait to put them on but the weather has to cooperate, Snow , Sleet, Rain. I cant even get it out from the back garage yet. Today It is to snow about 4-5 more inches.
When I am finished installing I will do A comparrision video. Stock, Uncorcked sides, then Roush.
The quality of this stainless unit is very good. There is even a 2mm hole near the H on the bottom for water to drain out of instead of sitting there for who knows how long.
I ordered them from American Muscle with the SVTperformance code (6%) and got them for about $440.
Not bad but Man just for an axle back?back with my 98 I don't think it was that much. But this is the going price for most of them. the Borlas were double this :(

10-16-12 Track Attack and some catch up

2012-10-16T13:35:00.001-07:00

Haven't posted in a while but the track attack was assume, these cars handle GREAT. I thought i was doing good until the end of the day for the instructor ride along. They were 10 Times faster. these cars are truly race cars with plates. We had classroom then track then classroom then track. All day, plenty of track time and cool stuff to take home at the end of the day. I learned alot (even learned that i doubt i can out drive this car even with a ton more track time haha)

I have a ton of videos from the track attack here, also some of our hummer tour in Moab and Arches and Canyon lands, including one of the camera falling off my rental. My you tube channel

Pictures of the Utah week, including the Boss Track Attack. Track Attack and Moab vacation

Also are some of the rt 66 show.

Rt 66 show 9/22/12

7-16-12 NMRA Joliet and other stuff

2012-07-16T14:37:00.004-07:00

Corey and I went to the NMRA in Joliet this Sunday, It was very hot but we had a cooler of water and found some good shade, We took Outstanding Achievement in class. I would say there was probably 15 or more cars in my class 05-current conservative. a Friend in an CO Boss took class winner.

We had a nice time, seen some very fast cars and made it back home around 10:30 pm

Other news.
I purchased from Radio shack a GPS/ Phone suction cup mount. it works great but is a little bulky so at Dollar General there was a versatile one for $4. I had to purchase a window mount as the vent mount wasn't seeing the GPS signals and not allowing my track master to work.Once i moved it up to the window all worked as it should.
Sonya and I are getting things in Order for the Track attack, we will also book a off road adventure (sunset) should be pretty neat.

6-14-12 FIRST JUGED SHOW

2012-06-14T07:06:00.002-07:00

First Judged Show and I took First!!!!! It was the 24th Ansar Shrine Show in Lincoln Park (Springfield , IL)
I was in the 2009 to current class. There were about 10 cars in my class. 2 Bumblebee Camaro's a slew of Challengers and a Charger and another Mustang.
One of the Bumblebees was kicks out of our class, This was a factory stock class. and Evidently Lambo doors, Neons, and Airbrushed paint throughout was not a factory option HAHA
I have been to tons of shows but the trophies that meant the most are the open classes where you compete against all makes, not just your make.

5-4-12 Central IL SVT and Perf. Fords meet and more

2012-05-04T10:23:00.003-07:00

We we had a great turn out for our 3rd annual meet at the hooters in Peoria on the April 22. There were over 110 cars that attended, 50 from CMC and the rest from all parts. We gave away 4 Gift Certificates and 2 trophy's.
Link to Pic >>CISVTPF
We had 5 Boss's in attendance 2 White, 2 comp orange and My Race Red. 2 left Early and the rest of us had an impromptu shoot which you can see in the link above.

Sonya an I have finalized our plans for the Boss Track Attack for July 27-August 1.
We will fly from SPI to SLC and drive to Moab for about 2.5 days of red rock sight seeing and fun. Hopefully we can take in a jeep tour at sunset or gets some great shots. Then back to SLC for Fun, I am so Happy Sonya is going and is going to be involved and even get a few laps with the instructors too
I have also purchased a GoPro HD 2 Hero and will use it as much as i can and try to have a good video when i get back. I am going to try my track master phone app to see how well it does too.

4-2-12 Red Key impressions

2012-04-02T12:18:00.002-07:00

Well I am impressed. The silver key is definitely hiding or slowing the car down.
When i tried the track Key, I was impressed immediately with the Throttle. it is very touchy now and off the line and from a roll. There is a big seat of the pants change. I was a little disappointed on the lopey idle part. But after reading if you don't have a lope you are to put your silver key back in and let the car idle for 5 minutes so the cams can zero back out and reset. then after that you can go back to the red key. After having done this, I did notice a better lope. I also notice more lope the more i drive it. sort of like the car is learning.
I would love to have the lope like the famous you tube video but that will have to wait till after the warranty is gone and I up load a Lund tune.
Engine braking is more noticeable (this helps on road courses save breaks) I notice this big time when i let off the gas.
The first few times I tried to do a 1,2,3,4 pull hard on the gas i was experiencing some difficulty shifting it up to 3rd and 4th, like it was locked out. this is a known issue for some but until I can practice more I will leave it out. I did notice that when i was going through the gears and trying to force the issue with the shifter i would have this problem but when i just barley glided the shifter and didn't try to jam it. it worked O.K. I will just have to try it more.

3-21-12 Track Key Installed!!

2012-03-21T11:36:00.002-07:00

I had the Track Key installed today. BUT it took Landmark 3 hrs to do it. I was only charged for 1 hr labor.

Immediately I notice the throttle was tons more snappy. and as soon as the idle is enabled. The idle goes up a little and I can hear tons more exhaust coming through the quads!! Not as lopy as the famous you tube video (Thanks California and Tree huggers) Ford had to back off of that. I would love to get ahold of that tune and use it instead. I only have about 20 minutes behind the wheel so far. So I will say more later about it. but so far so good. I may just have to put the silver key in the sock draw as a backup from now on.

3-20-12 Got My Boss Owners Pack today!!!

2012-03-20T12:44:00.001-07:00

Got My Boss Owners Pack today, Very impressed.
It came with 2 very cool posters, DVD, CD catalog, Track Attack invite, One of a kind for sale Literature for my car #, Book, and a certificate, My number is 2290 (473 of the Race Red Boss's) Built on 10-12-11

3-15-12 Track Key came today!!

2012-03-19T12:15:00.000-07:00

Not much but a 1 page voucher,6 page user instruction, and an 11 page tech instruction on the install.
The good part comes via download. I will post vids and review after the install.

Also got in my Vent mount Cell phone holder for the Track Master Phone app. That uses Google earth and GPS to keep lap times for you and also allows overlay of your times to your video as well.

3-8-12 Ordered Track Key

2012-03-08T13:41:00.001-08:00

Looked all over for the Track Key info. Most dealerships dont know whats going on.
2 Different Dealerships quoted 2 prices for the same thing.

I checked my good old standby site (svtperformance) and found that their Sponsor TOUSLEY Ford from Minnesota offers the software for $220 that's $80 off sticker, then Landmark Ford here in town will install it for about $90. Another dealership in Peoria quoted me at $450.00 and tax.
It Pays to Shop!!

3-1-12 Another cool Boss 302 Introduction by Edsel B Ford II

2012-03-01T09:59:00.000-08:00

Introduction by Ford

2-29-12 12 Boss Made in America Interview with Factory footage

2012-03-01T06:40:00.000-08:00

Found this cool video on YouTube today where you can actually see how the boss is made!!

2-26-12 Car cover

2012-02-28T12:46:00.004-08:00

Used the car cover today for the first time. WOW this is the best cover i have ever owned. Fits like a glove and has fitted pockets for mirrors and antenna. Cover goes down to about 4 inches above ground.

2-23-12 TRACK ATTACK REGISTERED!!

2012-02-23T14:53:00.000-08:00

Sonya and I nailed down a date April 5-6 for The Boss Track Attack.
I am so pumped. I cant wait. My Birthday was open in July but I don't think I could have waited that long.
Here is an Itinerary:
Schedule
Welcome Reception
Dinner at 6pm in the Larry H. Miller Total Performance Auto Museum at MMP

Track Day
» 7:30am: Check-In at Welcome Center
» 8am: Classroom Session
» Steering and Hand Position
» Cornering Theory (Turn in, apex and track out)
» Braking and downshifting (heel/toe)
» Vehicle dynamics (understeer, oversteer, weight transfer)
» Exerices
» Braking and downshifting (practice heel and toe)
» Cornering (practice lines through corners in a lead and follow)
» Vehicle dynamics (skid car)
» Lunch
» Classroom Session
» Rules of the road
» Putting it all together
» Lead and Follow
» Track Sessions (with instructor ride along)
» Hot Laps (ride with an instructor)

I have the time Scheduled off and Mom will watch the kids. Sonya is asking off too.
We are planning on leaving a day early and leave a day after to hopefully see some of Utah or at least some mountains.

Here is some info and a couple of quick vids.

This program is offered for free to All new 2012 Boss Owners to teach them the capabilities of there Boss.
Boss Track Attack Main site

ALSO TODAY.....

AARON got his Car. He is so excited. I would be a liar if I didn't say i missed it already.

2-20-12 Shes GONE

2012-02-22T12:57:00.000-08:00

Well today was bitter sweet. I delivered my car to Walmart and met with Peter (owner operator of Perfect way trans. inc) He is from Poland (accent reminded me of Arnold Schwarzenegger) He was very professional and seemed to be trustworthy. as you can see from the pictures he was hauling lots of $$ (Porsche, Audi, BMW) all were going to California. I was sorry to see her loaded but am Excited for Aaron. He will love the car. I told him if i seen it dirty I would fly out there and kick his butt!!

Here is the transport and a Pic of the Cobra's Company for the next few days.

I did a pre ship walk around to make sure that no new scratches or dings show up for Aaron.

Here she is being loaded.

I really liked the Cobra but i knew it was time to move one. I will miss the tire shredding HP and the neck Breaking Torque. But the New Boss has More than that. It is so stable and such a complete package that i cant put it in to words. The Boss is just BAD ASS plain and simple.
It has beaten tons of very expensive track cars that are 15K more and up.
here is a link to Top Gear. They tracked a N.A. Boss 302 and a New Roush SC 427 and the Boss came out on top. it is near the end they run them. but over all this is a good episode.
Top Gear Muscle car showdown
Here are a few clips.

2-17-12 First day at work and some Parnelli Jones

2012-02-17T11:54:00.000-08:00

This morning I drove it to work. Marley's car seat fit just fine!! I love the old school Growl that the opened Quads make. To best describe it, it almost sounds like old school meets a higher pitched high revving exotic car. Again this thing is on rails.
I started to hear a rattle from under my door and new exactly what it was. I need to readjust the driver Quad pipe. When I bolted it back on the angle is too close to the floor board and it was rattling on it.
Took the LONG way back to work. It is beautiful today.
My son Aaron and his wife got there ultra sound (first one) done today and he texted me a picture. Very cool, He and his twin are both expecting (in late summer)

Today I sent off an email to try to get Parnelli Jones Autograph. For those not in the know, he is the one who won the trans am Champion ship in 1970 in a Boss 302. He also won his first race out in a Boss at Laguna Seca back in 1969 and Barely lost the 69 championship. I knew he was part owner of VPJ racing. I sent an email not expecting anything back. but by 10 AM I got a reply from a Jim Dilamarter, who is his partner. I told them i would make a donation if Parnelli signed the plate. Jim gave me the address and and told me thanks for the donation and that he would have Parnelli sign it. I did some more sleuthing and found out that the guy I was talking to was a Indy 500 car winning crew chief!!!! He was chief on the 70/71 Indy Champ Al Unser.
WOW! I further found out that Parnelli won the Indy 500 in 63 and as a part owner in 70 and 71 and the USAC championship from 71-73.
I think when I mail the panel I will get Jim Autograph too on something else.
WOW what a day!!

2-16-12 Finally started it without the Plates in the Quades

2012-02-17T11:49:00.000-08:00

So Tonight I got to start it so I could move the car out and my wife's in to change the oil.
WOW big difference. When it was corked the car was WAY too Quiet. No with them un corked It added a nice growl to it. and when it gets to the higher RPM sounds a little exotic. Posted below are 3 vids.

Stock from the back

Uncorked Back

Uncorked Quads

My Son Corey came over and we drove in it to pick up my daughter Shelby who was at Volleyball and She loved the ride back!!
After I got back i did a quick detail spray down and she really shines!!

Tomorrow I will drive it to work and reports more.

2-14-12 First Mod

2012-02-15T15:03:00.000-08:00

Tonight I removed the restrictor plates off of the Quad exhaust. It was very easy. 6- 15mm bolts and about 10 minutes. I havent started it up yet as it was almost 11 pm when i got a chance to do it.
Here is a pic of the plates.

Here are a few more pics i just downloaded from my camera the day i was picking her up.

I found a site that you can put your vin number in and it will give you a PDF of your window sticker.
It turns out my car was built on Columbus day October 12th 2011. Also known as NED Jarrett's Birthday (NASCAR Champion and Dale Jarrett's dad). for those interested here is the link for the site.
http://researchmaniacs.com/VIN-Number-Lookup/WindowSticker/Ford.html

2-11-12 First day

2012-02-14T09:49:00.000-08:00

This is my 2012 Boss 302 These pictures above are as she sat in the Dealership, But to back track a little I actually lucked in to finding this one. I had searched Auto Trader.com for 3 plus weeks most everyone had the price at MSRP or better. I started my search and limited the number of miles to 900. then i thought, Do i really want to drive it 900 miles home?. I then changed it to 300 and Found a few with this change. One was in Dwight IL and the other Macomb IL. I email them to see what they could do for the price and one came back at MSRP and the other immediately came down 3G. So 24 Hrs later I was at the latter dealership and place 1G down to hold, 1 week later I was driving it home.

In the mean time My son Aaron had purchased my 2004 Cobra.

I am now working with him and a Shipper to get it out to California to him.
This thing was VERY fast, it has the 4.6L SC engine with my mods it had 453/491 tq.
My Boss now sits in my garage waiting for the snow to go and nice warm weather. It has 107 miles on it right now (trip home) Wow this thing is on rails (played a lil on the way home) even got 4 thumbs ups.
To night I intend on doing my first Mod (uncorking the quad exhaust) as far as more go fast stuff? It will have to wait. I am not going to mess with the warranty thing for a while.
Her she is.....

Here is a walk around of the car.

I currently have another Mustang too, a 1970 Mach 1 with less than 25K miles on it. I bought it back in 85 and I have put less than 200 miles on it. It was a shell when I received it and have been slooooowly putting it back together. This past year I purchased a new interior and rewired the whole car with a Painless kit, redid the rear end and put a 3.73 31 spline Detroit locker together. Once the headliner is installed I will put the interior back in and enjoy it for a while before it gets painted and is finished.
Here is a pic. and a vid. The Vid is before I fixed a small problem. the head gasket was on backwards and was blocking the cooling ports. This is the reason I never drove it. but it took years to find this out. i had the heads magnufluxed and checked for straightness and they came back great. I put new Felpro blue gaskets on and now it runs 1000 % better.