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Ron Jones Garage<\/a> built this 1966 Mustang to compete in the Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge 2021. Under the hood is a 5.2 L Aluminator 5.2 XS<\/a> V8 motor capable of 580 hp (426 kW) and 445 lb-ft (603 Nm) of torque. The crate motor uses a Shelby GT500 block with Ford Performance forged steel crank, Mahle H-beam rods, and Mahle forged pistons. It is topped by Shelby GT350 ported heads, Cobra Jet intake manifold and throttle body, and Ford Performance M-6550-M52 camshafts. Behind the motor is a T56 six-speed manual transmission and 9-inch independent rear end with 4.56 ratio. The car rides on a Heidts front and rear independent suspension with an EPAS Performance electric steering. The body features steel fender flares, custom valances, shaved fuel filler, and Brittany Blue Metallic paint. Inside the wells are Billet Specialties 18-inch wheels with BFGoodrich tires (315\/30, 335\/30). You can find more photos and details in the Bring a Trailer listing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Source: Bring a Trailer<\/a> and photos by The Image Engine<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ron Jones Garage built this 1966 Mustang to compete in the Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge 2021. Under the hood is a 5.2 L Aluminator 5.2 XS V8 motor capable of 580 hp (426 kW) and 445 lb-ft (603 Nm) of torque. 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