Viewing the '88 as a whole, we think Ross has done quite well for himself, considering that many would still view a 21-year-old as a relative newcomer to the automotive party. Regardless, getting started at an early age means plenty of time bending wrenches, and Ross' car aptly reflects his considerable effort. He also tells us that instead of seeking help himself these days, he often gets the chance to lend a hand with his buddies' projects-a role reversal he could hardly have imagined when he started out.
| 5.0 TECH SPECS |
| ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN |
| Block | Stock |
| Displacement | 302 ci |
| Cylinder Heads | Stock |
| Camshafts | Stock |
| Intake Manifold | Holley SysteMAX II |
| Throttle Body | Accufab 70mm |
| Power Adder | Paxton Novi 2000 |
| Exhaust | MAC 15¼8-in short-tube |
| | headers, MAC 21¼2-in H-pipe, |
| | two-chamber Flowmasters |
| Fuel System | Walbro 250-lph pump, |
| | Holley 50-lb/hr injectors |
| Transmission | T5Z five-speed |
| Rearend | 8.8 w/3.73 gears, Moser axles, Moser C-clip eliminators, and TA girdle |
| ELECTRONICS |
| Engine Management | Stock EEC IV |
| | w/Autologic chip |
| Ignition | MSD |
| Gauges | Auto Meter |
| SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS |
| Front Suspension |
| K-Member | Stock w/Maximum |
| | Motorsports four-point brace |
| Springs | Eibach |
| Struts | Koni yellows |
| Wheels | OZ Racing Competition |
| Tires | Yokohama 235/45-17 |
| Brakes | Stock |
| REAR SUSPENSION |
| Springs | Eibach |
| Shocks | Koni yellows |
| Traction Devices | Maximum |
| | Motorsports control arms |
| Wheels | OZ Racing Competition |
| Tires | Yokohama 255/40-17 |
| Brakes | Stock |