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Tuesday, March 3, 2009

[In Progress] 2014-2015 Ford/Lincoln DC2x 'Mustang Lite" Platform

Update to the 5th Gen Mustang Platform (DC2), codename S197 (2005-2010):
http://mustangs.about.com/od/history/a/generation-5.htm
-Adds IRS rear suspension (required for Lincoln version, used across lineup);
-EcoBoost 4cyl, V6, Ecoboost V6 and V8 engines.
-200-300 pounds less weight than similar 2010 platform through more aluminum and composties.
Used with the following projects:
Ford Mustang http://rkardesign.blogspot.com/2007/12/far-future-ford-mustang.html
Shelby http://rkardesign.blogspot.com/2008/12/2013-15-shelby-mustang.html
Lincoln MKr/Nemesis http://rkardesign.blogspot.com/2009/02/2014-15-mercury-cougar-lincoln-mkgt.html