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November 5, 2025
THE AUTO BUILDER
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Improving your new Mustang doesn’t have to be an arduous affair. You’re supposed to enjoy working on your car, RATHER than dreading getting off work because you “have” to wrench on the Ford. With that attitude in mind, we recently spoke with Al Kamhi, of Control Freak suspensions, to get his advice on what enthusiasts could do to further the concept of upgrading a Mustang in just an hour or two. But there’s a catch: the upgrade had to make a real difference in the car’s performance.
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When it comes to improving horsepower, one of the main names is Magna Charger. Long known for its supercharger systems for Chevy pickups and even hot rods, Magna Charger has more recently turned its attention to the Blue Oval. It was in late 2005 that the company introduced a system for the ’04-’06 Ford F-150 pickup truck equipped with the 5.4-liter Triton engine. Aiming to improve horsepower and torque in the 1,200-5,500-rpm range, Magna Charger chose to utilize its fifth-generation MP112 hybrid Roots-style supercharger system in this effort. The Gen 5 is equipped with an internal bypass valve, which the Magna Charger folks say reduces parasitic losses while cruising for increased efficiency and economy. Also, the Magna Charger system is intercooled, and everyone knows that cool air is denser than hot air, and denser air makes more power.
Bland to BAM!
In early 2005, a funny thing happened to David “Stroke Daddy” Taylor from Ewa Beach, Hawaii. One morning, Taylor went out to buy a new pair of work shoes. He returned home, however, driving a brand-new ’05 Ford Mustang instead. we’ll let Him tell the rest of the story.
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Detroit Foxbody Crew Brings the Heat to the 2025 Autorama
From restorations to high-horsepower beasts, this Foxbody squad proves the legacy is alive and kicking.
The Detroit Autorama—America’s Greatest Hot Rod Show—once again delivered the goods, and this year, the Detroit Foxbody Car Club rolled in strong. If you were there, you know. If you weren’t, well, you missed one hell of a display from a crew that knows how to build, drive, and talk Fox Bodies like nobody else.
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The Foxbody Takeover
For those not in the know, the Fox Body Mustang (1979-1993) is one of the most beloved platforms in the muscle car world. It’s light, it’s fast, and it takes mods like a champ. The Detroit Foxbody Car Club came to Autorama ready to prove exactly that, filling their display with everything from factory-correct restorations to wild, high-horsepower builds. Every car had a story, and every owner had grease under their nails to back it up.
More Than Just a Club
Car clubs come and go, but the Detroit Foxbody Car Club is the real deal. They aren’t just weekend warriors showing up for a few parking lot meets; they’re wrenching on cars together, helping each other track down impossible-to-find parts, and hitting the streets every chance they get. That’s what makes this group special—it’s not just about owning a Fox Body, it’s about living the lifestyle.
What’s Next?
Autorama might be in the rearview mirror, but the Detroit Foxbody Car Club isn’t slowing down. More meets, more cruises, more shows—you name it, they’re in. If you’ve got a Fox and want to roll with a crew that gets it, find them on Facebook. They’re always welcoming new members who share the same love for these cars.
The 2025 Detroit Autorama was a killer show, and the Detroit Foxbody Car Club left a serious mark. If you didn’t catch them this time, don’t worry—you’ll hear them coming at the next big event. The Fox Body legacy is alive and well, and this crew is making sure it stays that way.
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Detroit Foxbodys
Detroit Foxbody's ia a private Facebook Group for locals to share advice, buy/trade parts, help one another with builds. Their aim is to put together the largest and baddest foxbody group in Detroit and the metro area.
