There are a few things that modern technology has brought to the car scene that just flat out make sense to me. Two options that come to mind are anti-lock brakes and Traction Control. These weren’t available in a 1965 Shelby Cobra, but then again, neither was a Coyote 5.0 fuel-injected engine. Since I’ve opted for power brakes, that will help with brake pressure, but I believe I’m going to go for ABS as well. IMHO it’s just a smart thing to do with a 500HP car.
Doing some research, I’ve found a setup that won’t break the bank and will keep me safe. Thanks to johngeorge ‘s post it simplifies the parts needed to setup this mod. Many of the parts are new, but sourcing the ABS module itself can be found for 1/3rd the price of new.
Here are the components needed for the upgrade ~$363
| FR500S FPP FR500S Mustang | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qty | Part # | Price | Ext. Price | Description FR500S ABS (install description) |
| 1 | 7R3Z-2C215-C | $40.00 | $40.00 | 2007-2009 Ford Mustang GT500 ABS module 2C353-AB for $25 used + $15 shipping (HCU – ebay has item, connector on back not on side, do not buy newer year model) |
| 1 | WPT1356 | $67.65 | $67.65 | ABS Connector (relocate wire 10 to 6 and remove wires 20, 24, 34 & 39) |
| 2 | BLF-39C-5 | $40.32 | Tube nut fitting – 2 of 10M x 1.0 bubble flare to 3/16 line (5 pack) | |
| 2 | BLF-48C-5 | Tube nut fittings – 2 of 12M x 1.0 bubble flare to 3/16 line (5 pack) | ||
| 2 | BLF-46C-5 | Tube nut fittings – 2 of 12M x 1.0 bubble flare to 1/4 (6mm) line (5 pack) | ||
| 2 | BLF-23C | Adapter female 7/16 -24 inverted to male 3/8-24 inverted | ||
| 2 | BLF-13C-5 | 7/16-24 inverted flare nut for 1/4″ tube (5pack) | ||
| 1 | BLC-325 | $16.95 | $16.95 | 3/16 brake line 25ft – AGS Poly Armour Brake Line PAC-325 |
| 1 | BLC-425 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 1/4 brake line 25ft – AGS Poly Armour Brake Line PAC-425 |
| 2 | BRAB-290 | $42.00 | $84.00 | Front wheel sensors (2 of them) |
| 1 | $45.00 | $45.00 | Front sensor mounts for FFR spindles – $45 made by Russ Thompson | |
| 2 | BRAB-406 | $24.70 | $49.39 | Wheel rear sensors (2015 IRS, 2 of them) |
| $363.30 |
Obviously this is something to decide before laying out the brake lines – so I’m doing a bit more research on the ABS module itself as the M-2353-A is really hard to find, but also maybe too much tuning for slicks anyways… Hoping I can find an M-2353-B, CA that may work better for the street.
Some pics taken from johngeorge’s posts
