What's your next mod?

[SeanPlunk]

It's slow around here - we need a pickup post. So, what is the next single mod you have planned for your car?

[Leedom]

It's slow around here - we need a pickup post. So, what is the next single mod you have planned for your car?

Bilstein Shocks all around. What about you Sean? Car Seat?:jester:

[SoCalC55]

Service A

..well atleast thats where $400 is going to go :rant:


After replenishing my bank account... finally get this 35% tint off and put on limo

[blackax]

Im thinking of doing a cat back. I want it to sound a little deeper. First I need cash but who doesnt

[enkeivette]

Decided to upgrade the fuel system before I intercool. I actually found a non-piston diaphragm pump by Holley that should support the hp. And if it doesn't I'll return it to Summit. I've done that before.

I'd go electric but then I'd need to upgrade my alt and do a bunch of custom wiring and tubing. My alt is already taxed with the electric fans.

[enkeivette]

What about you Sean? Car Seat?:jester:

Aw :)

[Vettezuki]

After RX-Snake, mine would fall into one of two categories:

- Engine
1.7 Rockers
Put in some sodium filled valves I have
Cold Stat
Headers
Injectors
Retune

OR
Gucci Big Brake setup

[kdracer73]

Not really mods. Heater core ! Oil pan gasket ! Got the parts, not the time:surrender: Planned mod- quick ratio steering box.

[BRUTAL64]

After RX-Snake, mine would fall into one of two categories:

- Engine
1.7 Rockers
Put in some sodium filled valves I have
Cold Stat
Headers
Injectors
Retune

OR
Gucci Big Brake setup


No need for brakes. I can attest to that.:p

[jedhead]

Install the PCM I have with a performance tune. I would like to upgrade the radiator for the intercooler and put in an extra coolant tank to increase the amount of coolant for the intercooler.

Bob

[BADDASSC6]

After the motor is done then I will probably be in need of an upgraded clutch and a new seat. I will probably take a break for a while after that. When I'm scheduled to return to the "main land" I will be looking for a built car for ST-1 or GT2. If I can't find something in my price range then I will sned my car back early and have it caged and stripped down.

[Vettezuki]

After the motor is done then I will probably be in need of an upgraded clutch and a new seat. I will probably take a break for a while after that. When I'm scheduled to return to the "main land" I will be looking for a built car for ST-1 or GT2. If I can't find something in my price range then I will sned my car back early and have it caged and stripped down.

What would be the price range for a ready to go car for ST-1/GT2?
- New from scratch
- Used but in good condition

[enkeivette]

After the motor is done then I will probably be in need of an upgraded clutch and a new seat. I will probably take a break for a while after that. When I'm scheduled to return to the "main land" I will be looking for a built car for ST-1 or GT2. If I can't find something in my price range then I will sned my car back early and have it caged and stripped down.

Stay away from SPEC clutches, too much chatter. And buy it before the motor goes back in!!!

[enkeivette]

Not really mods. Heater core ! Oil pan gasket ! Got the parts, not the time:surrender: Planned mod- quick ratio steering box.

If you go with a one piece, use silicone. The directions on mine said to put it in dry, I did, it leaked. 2nd time around I put it in with silicone, seals.

SBCs are leak happy.

[94cobra69ss396]

First on my list is to build a rear shock hoop on the Explorer so that I can run longer shocks. Right now I have a shock that has 9.25 inches of travel. It has 3 inches of up travel and is bottoming out 5 inches before my bump stop. I need to raise the upper mount and then install longer shocks. It should cycle 14-15inches when I'm done.

For the Cobra I need to do the brakes and figure out an electrical issue that it now has.

For the Chevelle I going to install the new windows I bought for it.

[BADDASSC6]

What would be the price range for a ready to go car for ST-1/GT2?
- New from scratch
- Used but in good condition

ST-1 ready to go can be anywhere between $50-80K depending on what is done. Build one yourself will be around $130k. That includes the price of the car and the upgrades. You can strip a used Z06 and cage it, then but some slicks and run it. It would be pointless though.

A GT-2 car is >$100K unless you can find a deal. You can find some cheaper RX-8s, but you will be continously fighting not to come last.

I troll the back pages of Grassroots motorsports magazine and Sportscar Magazine to see what's for sale.

I have time.:)

[Throttle Crazy]

I think I will put a bass boat paint job and some gold Dayton wheels on my dads FJ40.:rolling:

My Fj40 will get a new fuel tank, longer rear leaf springs and the axle moved back 5 inches. Then 37 inch tires.

The Jimmy will be getting new dual exhaust with flow masters to go behind the recently installed 383cid small block.

[Throttle Crazy]

First on my list is to build a rear shock hoop on the Explorer so that I can run longer shocks. Right now I have a shock that has 9.25 inches of travel. It has 3 inches of up travel and is bottoming out 5 inches before my bump stop. I need to raise the upper mount and then install longer shocks. It should cycle 14-15inches when I'm done.

For the Cobra I need to do the brakes and figure out an electrical issue that it now has.

For the Chevelle I going to install the new windows I bought for it.

Is the Cobra still running rough?

[mustangray]

Putting new gears and updating my tune should give me another 50hp
(hopefully):pot_stir:

[SeanPlunk]

Bilstein Shocks all around. What about you Sean? Car Seat?:jester:

Probably :surrender:

I'd love to do this though:
YouTube- 04 Kenne Bell Cobra fly-bys / wot passes (643rwhp/613rwtq)

The sound alone is :drool2:

[Leedom]

First on my list is to build a rear shock hoop on the Explorer so that I can run longer shocks. Right now I have a shock that has 9.25 inches of travel. It has 3 inches of up travel and is bottoming out 5 inches before my bump stop. I need to raise the upper mount and then install longer shocks. It should cycle 14-15inches when I'm done.

Are you gonna have to cut into the floor in the rear or are you essentially just moving the mounting point to right underneath the floor?

[94cobra69ss396]

Is the Cobra still running rough?

It was when you were here and I've been in Atlanta since then so my guess is yes but I'm not sure.

[94cobra69ss396]

Are you gonna have to cut into the floor in the rear or are you essentially just moving the mounting point to right underneath the floor?

I'm not sure yet. I originally moved the lower mount from the leaf spring perch to up on the axle because it was limiting my down travel. I lost 2-3 inches I think but I'll have to measure to see. I'm going to move the lower back down to the original mount and then see how high the top has to go. I have 2 inches that I can go up on the upper without having to cut the floor so I'm hoping I can make it work. If not I'll cut the floor and then weld it back up so that the shocks are still outside the truck.

[enkeivette]

Is the Cobra a Mod motor or a 5 . slow?

[94cobra69ss396]

Is the Cobra a Mod motor or a 5 . slow?

1994 so it has the 5.0.

[kdracer73]

Not really mods. Heater core ! Oil pan gasket ! Got the parts, not the time:surrender: Planned mod- quick ratio steering box.

Done, Done and Done !! My box was already 2.5 turns lock to lock , so just had it rebuilt.

[BRUTAL64]

Done, Done and Done !! My box was already 2.5 turns lock to lock , so just had it rebuilt.

The T/A box has only 1.5 turns lock to lock and is valved for more road feel.:inout:

[BRUTAL64]

New primer coat........:inout:

[kdracer73]

The T/A box has only 1.5 turns lock to lock and is valved for more road feel.:inout:

I had our supplier send me a " Quick ratio box " It was 4 turns lock to lock :bang: ! Just fixin mine was a better idea

[BRUTAL64]

I had our supplier send me a " Quick ratio box " It was 4 turns lock to lock :bang: ! Just fixin mine was a better idea

Anytime you want to change ANYTHING on your 2nd Gen talk to me first. I have a shit load of info on what works and doesn't.:p

[Damian]

Going to turbo my Eclipse.

[mdpalmer]

Man that car sounds absolutely nasty. Just love the sound that comes from these cars, reminds me why I wanted to get one.

Regarding next mod: some new seats :)

Probably :surrender:

I'd love to do this though:
YouTube- 04 Kenne Bell Cobra fly-bys / wot passes (643rwhp/613rwtq) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87n8jhVO784)

The sound alone is :drool2:

[SeanPlunk]

Man that car sounds absolutely nasty. Just love the sound that comes from these cars, reminds me why I wanted to get one.

Regarding next mod: some new seats :)

To quote Wayne's World: "It will be mine, oh yes, it will be mine."

[big_G]

8 point cage.

[Vettezuki]

8 point cage.


How you gonna handle the roof situation? You have to work hard in a C3 to keep the bar from the back to the front from being right next to your head (which is dangerous itself.)

[enkeivette]

How you gonna handle the roof situation? You have to work hard in a C3 to keep the bar from the back to the front from being right next to your head (which is dangerous itself.)

I can def see that. I kept hitting my head on the headliner mounts after I removed the headliner because I'm tall. So then I cut the mounts off with a dremel tool. If there was a big steel bar there... that would suck.

[Vettezuki]

I can def see that. I kept hitting my head on the headliner mounts after I removed the headliner because I'm tall. So then I cut the mounts off with a dremel tool. If there was a big steel bar there... that would suck.


I had a custom seat mount for my Sparco seat made. It sets about as flush to the floor as possible. I took out the liner portion of the top. I'm just 5'10~ and with a helmet I get reasonable clearance to the top, but not much. It wouldn't really be much to the side. About all you could do is forget that you have T-Tops and remove the latching mechanism (or somehow reorient them) and use chromoly instead of DOM (smaller possible diameter). Then it might be minimally tolerable . . . minimally.

[big_G]

How you gonna handle the roof situation? You have to work hard in a C3 to keep the bar from the back to the front from being right next to your head (which is dangerous itself.)

I will use the smaller chrome moly tubing, with padding. I don't have t-top liners. It's gonna be tight.

[enkeivette]

I will use the smaller chrome moly tubing, with padding. I don't have t-top liners. It's gonna be tight.

If it's padded that should be cool. That padding will save your dome every time you come out of a driveway diagonally for sure.

[kdracer73]

Got a little slow at work, decided to kill time by fabing a air cleaner box to seal my air cleaner to the cowl induction hood...... if it goes well I'll put up pics. If it looks like crap.......:suicide:

[BRUTAL64]

Got a little slow at work, decided to kill time by fabing a air cleaner box to seal my air cleaner to the cowl induction hood...... if it goes well I'll put up pics. If it looks like crap.......:suicide:

Done that a few times. Depending on intake height, the 69 Z28 air cowl air cleaner will work with the proper spacer. You can take up any gap with foam (like a/c ducking for a house).

[BlacknBoostn]

my mod list keeps changing... lol so here is the plan currently.

NOTHING until I make more money and have more to save... Then:

New Shortblock or Rebuild Internals
New brakes all around
New Rubber
Ensure Head is in good condition or needs work
Catch Can
Methanol Injection
Sways and strut bars
BFMIC
Ported Exhaust Manifold with new WGA
Ported and Modified stock turbo
Injectors
Ported Intake Manifold
TUNE THIS BIOTCH
Viper Seats with Harness Slots
Harness Bar with Harnesses
New rims and new rubber again probably haha

eh thats as far as I want to plan at this moment probably. looking at 350-400 wheel. Estimated time to from start-completion is 2-5 years from this point probably. I have other priorities and thats the way it goes.

[BADDASSC6]

Well they are starting assembly on Friday. So it should be a couple of weeks until my new motor is done.:D My next mod is to buy an enclosed trailer. I just sold my car carrier because I thought I was still going to Hawaii. I'm looking for a 24'x8' enclosed trailer if you know of one for sale.

[kdracer73]

Found my next mod......http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/EMB0/121GMF.oap?keyword=121gmf

[enkeivette]

Found my next mod......http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/EMB0/121GMF.oap?keyword=121gmf

I love it!!!

[89StangGuy]

Since no one wants to buy a 4-Door, post smog nova. I will be installing under drive pulleys, electric fan, my new weiand stealth aluminum intake manifold, 4-barrel edelbrock carb, and going to buy an pertronix electronic ignition :)

[94cobra69ss396]

Found my next mod......http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/EMB0/121GMF.oap?keyword=121gmf

Nice, but how are you going to get your car up to 88 mph to use it? :D

[kdracer73]

Nice, but how are you going to get your car up to 88 mph to use it? :D

At first , I thought it would limit my 1/4 time, but then remembered, heck if I could program it by the second, at 88mph I would jump to the end of the lights !! Make it up on the big end !

[enkeivette]

Nice, but how are you going to get your car up to 88 mph to use it? :D

It's 88.8 mph. Maybe you don't know as much about cars as I thought you did. :judge:

[mdpalmer]

Well, took a ride in a c6 zr1 a few months back, and then got to ride in his buddy's c6 z06. Both cars are STUPID fast compared to what I'm used to, and the instant torque of the v8 motors got me hooked. Since I can't afford a new vette (or even a used one) and since I really love the small car feel, handling, and uniqueness of my rx-7, I talked to some local v8 swapped rx-7 guys and got to beat on one, the owner even made fun of me for driving too slow at first :laugh:

Long story short: I'm doing a ls1 swap in my car. The stock turbo rotary motor has been very solid for the last 25k miles, I have four full track days, 1/2 dozen autocross, 9 1/4 mile drag passes (best trap 112.xx mph, best et 13.1xx sec) and tons of hard street miles on the motor. Once it warms up, I'm on it. BUT, it's missing that instant torque... of a bigger cube N/A motor. I'm going to miss the turbo rush and wankel sound, but at the same time I will appreciate the better street manners, generally better fuel economy, and stupid torque. AND, I will be getting corner weights for before and after the swap, believe it or not, the total weight and distribution will not change enough to really notice (esp. for a street car).

Will try to have it running by xmas this year, fully sorted by summer 2011. Part out will begin after my next track day, Oct 14th at Buttonwillow. Will probably pull the motor the day after :drink:

New motor has a little cam and CNC ported heads, shooting to get 350-400 whp and 120 mph trap with low 12, mid-high 11 sec 1/4 mile performance. Car will continue to be a semi-DD and track toy as it has been for the last 5 years I've had it.

Pic of 2800 lb (yes I weighed it and it came in at 2790 w/o me in the car and 3/4 tank gas) "donor car" from last track day labor day weekend @ cal speedway:
http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=4385&g2_serialNumber=2

Here's some pics of the engine & trans:

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5098&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5137&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5559&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5577&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5580&g2_serialNumber=2

[SeanPlunk]

Well, took a ride in a c6 zr1 a few months back, and then got to ride in his buddy's c6 z06. Both cars are STUPID fast compared to what I'm used to, and the instant torque of the v8 motors got me hooked. Since I can't afford a new vette (or even a used one) and since I really love the small car feel, handling, and uniqueness of my rx-7, I talked to some local v8 swapped rx-7 guys and got to beat on one, the owner even made fun of me for driving too slow at first :laugh:

Long story short: I'm doing a ls1 swap in my car. The stock turbo rotary motor has been very solid for the last 25k miles, I have four full track days, 1/2 dozen autocross, 9 1/4 mile drag passes (best trap 112.xx mph, best et 13.1xx sec) and tons of hard street miles on the motor. Once it warms up, I'm on it. BUT, it's missing that instant torque... of a bigger cube N/A motor. I'm going to miss the turbo rush and wankel sound, but at the same time I will appreciate the better street manners, generally better fuel economy, and stupid torque. AND, I will be getting corner weights for before and after the swap, believe it or not, the total weight and distribution will not change enough to really notice (esp. for a street car).

Will try to have it running by xmas this year, fully sorted by summer 2011. Part out will begin after my next track day, Oct 14th at Buttonwillow. Will probably pull the motor the day after :drink:

New motor has a little cam and CNC ported heads, shooting to get 350-400 whp and 120 mph trap with low 12, mid-high 11 sec 1/4 mile performance. Car will continue to be a semi-DD and track toy as it has been for the last 5 years I've had it.

Pic of 2800 lb (yes I weighed it and it came in at 2790 w/o me in the car and 3/4 tank gas) "donor car" from last track day labor day weekend @ cal speedway:
http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=4385&g2_serialNumber=2

Here's some pics of the engine & trans:

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5098&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5137&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5559&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5577&g2_serialNumber=2

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5580&g2_serialNumber=2

Wow Mike, really nice. That's going to be a beast :drink:

[SeanPlunk]

Whipple 2.3 (15lbs)
60lb injectors
SCT2400MAF
Accufab Single Blade Throttle Body
Head Cooling Mod
26-spline input shaft
Spec State 3+ Clutch
IRS Brace
Tune

550+whp or bust.

[enkeivette]

Whipple 2.3 (15lbs)
60lb injectors
SCT2400MAF
Accufab Single Blade Throttle Body
Head Cooling Mod
26-spline input shaft
Spec State 3+ Clutch
IRS Brace
Tune

550+whp or bust.

Get some input on the clutch from the Cobra guys, especially since this is your DD, my SPEC chatters like crazy!

[Leedom]

Sean does not DD the Cobra.

My next mod is looking like a Heaton on top of the mach.

[94cobra69ss396]

Get some input on the clutch from the Cobra guys, especially since this is your DD, my SPEC chatters like crazy!

I liked my Spec Stage 3+ until a the disc broke. I now have a Mcleod disc with the Spec pressure plate. It's not grabby as the Spec disc was but it still holds the power. The Spec takes a little while to get use to though and forget about the guys at the car wash and oil/lube places being able to pull your car in. :lmfao:

[Damian]

Whipple 2.3 (15lbs)
60lb injectors
SCT2400MAF
Accufab Single Blade Throttle Body
Head Cooling Mod
26-spline input shaft
Spec State 3+ Clutch
IRS Brace
Tune

550+whp or bust.

You should easily see 550 out of all that. A buddy of mine did the JDM pulley, catback exhaust, upgraded intercooler and bigger resevior and tuned and he was at 480whp or more.

[Vettezuki]

Just dream'n cuz it'll be a while til I have serious play money again. But I'm think

Softening the suspension a bit on the Vette.
Forged 383 with Procharger
TR6060 Manually Shifted Automatic

A bit more of a GT and straight line monster than rougher wannabe (and not too shabby) sports car.

More likely before that will be headers, injectors and retune and related exhaust rework. That'd put what I have well into the 400s and even drop the weight a bit more to < 3,100lbs full wet.

[enkeivette]

Just dream'n cuz it'll be a while til I have serious play money again. But I'm think

Softening the suspension a bit on the Vette.
Forged 383 with Procharger
TR6060 Manually Shifted Automatic

A bit more of a GT and straight line monster than rougher wannabe (and not too shabby) sports car.

More likely before that will be headers, injectors and retune and related exhaust rework. That'd put what I have well into the 400s and even drop the weight a bit more to < 3,100lbs full wet.

Copy cat. :P

[Vettezuki]

Copy cat. :P

Partially. But yours is hard as nails. I mean to soften up a lil' and make it more GT less "race car". Also, note manually shifted Auto. Anyway, just an idea, years away at best.

[enkeivette]

Partially. But yours is hard as nails. I mean to soften up a lil' and make it more GT less "race car". Also, note manually shifted Auto. Anyway, just an idea, years away at best.

A 383 with a procharger ain't ever gonna be smooth when you step on it, although I suppose a more tame build wouldn't be such a monster a stoplight or cruising on the freeway.

[enkeivette]

Wow Mike, really nice. That's going to be a beast :drink:

I want to have sexual intercourse with this car.

[BRUTAL64]

I want to have sexual intercourse with this car.

:inout:

[heypal]

put the Impala back together then buy a c5z

[enkeivette]

put the Impala back together then buy a c5z

Do it.

[heypal]

Lol

[enkeivette]

It'll be slow by comparison, but at least it won't handle like an Impala.

[heypal]

What are you talking about Impalas handle great bawhahahahha.

[enkeivette]

Maybe compared to my Neon.

[Vettezuki]

Maybe compared to my Neon.

Probably not.

[BRUTAL64]

put the Impala back together then buy a c5z

SO why the change????

[94cobra69ss396]

SO why the change????

Probably tired of having a broke car.:D

[Vettezuki]

SO why the change????

I think he wants to be like his boyfriend, Sonic03SVT, who just happily got a C5Z. :crutches:

jk. Partially. You guess which part.

[heypal]

First screw you all lol. Second the Impala breaks there isn't an easy way to get it back up on the road its a one off car. Plus with selling all the parts i can have a FAT down payment on a house. Oh and there isn't another car for the money that is as good as a C5 that you can still get a warranty with.

[SeanPlunk]

Probably tired of having a broke car.:D

Ding ding ding - winner :sm_laughing:

[Vettezuki]

. . .Oh and there isn't another car for the money that is as good as a C5 that you can still get a warranty with.

That you can get great condition C5Zs for well under $20k is amazing. Just amazing. It's still a fast car and hit with hammer and it can get pretty fast. So many great aftermarket parts too.

[mdpalmer]

A lot has happened in the last week or two. Good news is I finally got the motor started. Been about 4 months since I pulled the good 'ol rotary. Check out the vid.

YouTube - Rx-7 FD LS1 First Fire (fresh motor, open headers)

Bad news is that I have a slight water leak from the steam tubes on all four corners (I'm running them in the back as well). Brake master is also leaking a bit. Other than that, not a drip. Motor sounds real healthy. Loud as shit. I almost shut the motor off right after I started it 'cause I was afraid of my neighbors (who are probably in their 90s) were going to call the cops on me. I think I may try to drive it this week :drive:

Here's a quick pic of the car, from last night, I put the bumper back on and got the suspension together. Will give more details later... I'm tired.

http://michael-david-palmer.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=9735&g2_serialNumber=2

[SeanPlunk]

Looking good Mike, congrats!

[kdracer73]

Not a planned mod...but since the trans is broke, it will get some upgrades. Just pulled it today.

[09sscalicobalt]

carbon fiber hood exhaust and ss brake lines and wilwood race fluid and oh yea new tires lol

[Shaolin Crane]

an engine

[SeanPlunk]

I'd love to get the Whipple on, but I'm not so sure that's happening anytime soon (if ever), lol.

[Leedom]

MM RLCAs and Panhard Bar.

[94cobra69ss396]

Did Guy get a hold of you?

[Leedom]

Did Guy get a hold of you?

yeah, I am going to call him tomorrow and see if he is available this weekend.

[Shaolin Crane]

Damn, i couldnt remember if i actually text you or not :huh: Probably not a good sign :uh: Yeah, call me tomorrow.

[Leedom]

Add new rear Bilstein HD Shocks to my list.

[Shaolin Crane]

said in best Mr. Burns voice
"yes, excellent"

[94cobra69ss396]

These are going to be my next mod on the front of the Explorer. I just bought a pair and I'm going to meet up with Tex (the guy with the 1450 race truck) because he is going to help me tune them.

http://www.superduty-hq.com/images/products/detail/2.0RR.3.jpg

[94cobra69ss396]

Tuning these tomorrow.

[89StangGuy]

Get the SVO running right. I have 450cc injectors, rebuilt turbo to 3" downpipe, and full 3" exhaust, turbo master external boost controller, and fuel pressure regulator. I'll definitely make a meet/cruise when this beast is done.

[Brodom]

Was going to be simple and just do H&R Super Sport Springs (owned) and lower my car...but now in fear of blowing on my factory shocks with in a year I now need to buy Tokico blue Shocks and Struts (at least this is what i have been told will happen) and Motorcraft cast and camber plates...some don't need them apparently but I'll play it safe...

[Shaolin Crane]

Are you shocks/struts totally hammered? I know tons of people who lower their cars on the factory dampeners, unless your car has high miles and they are original i still dont forsee it being a huge problem. Sure there are better options out there but you will most likely need C/C plates.

[Leedom]

Was going to be simple and just do H&R Super Sport Springs (owned) and lower my car...but now in fear of blowing on my factory shocks with in a year I now need to buy Tokico blue Shocks and Struts (at least this is what i have been told will happen) and Motorcraft cast and camber plates...some don't need them apparently but I'll play it safe...

What Shaolin Crane said. I have Steeda Sport Springs on the front of my Mustang with stock shocks and I only got C/C Plates to get a better alignment (I recommend this).

[Brodom]

My car only has 76,000miles and the ride is fine (original shocks I'm pretty sure), but because the shocks would be constantly compressed wouldn't that cause them to wear faster? I also heard if you don't change shocks and struts the ride is really bouncy on lowering springs...but I suppose that depends on the springs...I'd like to try just springs and CC plates first, and get shocks and struts only if needed or the ride is horrible. Then again I'd rather just do it all at once if that's what it comes down too.

[Brodom]

What Shaolin Crane said. I have Steeda Sport Springs on the front of my Mustang with stock shocks and I only got C/C Plates to get a better alignment (I recommend this).

I'll go with what you guys say then, the other people i have heard from don't have Mustangs anyways just general car buffs...I'll get some CC plates today and then I'll go ahead and install my new springs and isolators

[94cobra69ss396]

Having to get caster/camber plates all depends on how much the new springs lower the front end. If the factory plates allow you to get the camber within the spec you want you won't need them. I was just able to get the factory spec out of mine when I installed Progress lowering springs on my Cobra years ago. I now have H&R springs but I run more camber than the factory spec is.

Also, the struts won't be bottomed out even with the lowering springs and wear would be the same no matter if it is lowered or not. The only issue is whether the current strut/shock have enough rebound for the new spring rate. Do you know what the spring rate is on the H&R spring?

[Brodom]

H&R springs i got specs are as follows
Front: drop 1.75in. rate 700-760 lb/in
Rear: drop 1.6in. Rate 275-300 lb/in

[94cobra69ss396]

With that much drop you will most likely need the caster/camber plates. Are you sure on those rates? If so, they are pretty stiff and the stock struts/shocks will have a tough time dampening them. You can run the stock ones but a set of the Bilsteins that Maximum Motorsports has would work better.

[Brodom]

I dont care to much for a smooth ride and would prefer to feel the road more...and im not loaded with $$$$...i'll get the cc plates and try stock shocks first...if its bad/unbearable i'll get the bilsteins or tokico blues

[Shaolin Crane]

Looks like my next mod will be this...
http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo49/smprincess520/88%20mustang/IMAG0080.jpg
Its a roller, but has cobra brakes in the front, wants 1200 for it as it sits, waiting on more pics and my buddy from sac to go look at it(looks like im getting another car up north) but so far looks to be a good candidate to put my stock engine and tranny in for my lady to start racing again...

[94cobra69ss396]

That's nice looking. I hope it turns out to be as good as it looks in this picture. Does it have any suspension or just the brake upgrade?

[Shaolin Crane]

Looks to be just the cobra brakes. Which is fine cause it will give room for my lady to learn to how to improve and wrench on a car. Interior is very clean and I have a friend who lives minutes from the seller(and happens to be a good friend of the seller too) is going to go take some additional non biased pictures and the seller even agreed to hold it for me if i left a deposit until i can make reservations and set a weekend aside to go pick it up. So far looks to be good, hopefully it will all work out, if not then that money goes back to the vegas fund :huh:

[Ryridesmotox]

Hmm... Hankook Z214 245/40R18 for the front.

Then a turbo swap and I'm done for a while. Probably going this route... Link (http://gonzaloherrero.com/bnr/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=89&Itemid=67) I'll be getting the stage 2 from BNR with a 2871 journal bearing 56 trim wheel.

[94cobra69ss396]

Looks to be just the cobra brakes. Which is fine cause it will give room for my lady to learn to how to improve and wrench on a car. Interior is very clean and I have a friend who lives minutes from the seller(and happens to be a good friend of the seller too) is going to go take some additional non biased pictures and the seller even agreed to hold it for me if i left a deposit until i can make reservations and set a weekend aside to go pick it up. So far looks to be good, hopefully it will all work out, if not then that money goes back to the vegas fund :huh:

Do you have a trailer to pick it up if you get it?

[Shaolin Crane]

Do you have a trailer to pick it up if you get it?

yup

[kdracer73]

Got my trans last night !!! If it is slow at the shop, might get it done today.....If busy, I will do it Sunday !

And you can see why I got a hatchback !!

http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad94/kdracer73/DSC00934.jpg

[jedhead]

Cool

Bob

[94cobra69ss396]

What trans/converter is that and what's the stall?

[kdracer73]

What trans/converter is that and what's the stall?
700R4 with a 25-2800 stall. I had mine rebuilt. Broken sprag and bell-ed out the shell.

I was in the habit of manually downshifting it. I liked the exhaust burble on deccel . Aparrently , I was doing it at too high of speed( I did get a bark from the tires).

"We build them to upshift, downshift, not so much."

He told me not to do that
Frankie said " That will be hard for you. Maybe I should drive it ! " That's my gal !

[Shaolin Crane]

Well the dude sold the car to someone local. So seems i'm gonna spend that cash on vegas/car parts.

[C5Natie]

My next mod is a ported FAST 102mm intake with a NW 102MM tb.

[C5Natie]

http://www.shiftkits.com.au/images/engineparts/ls1-1.jpg (javascript:window.close())

Oh how I wish if only it didnt cost a fortune!

http://www.shiftkits.com.au/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=19_28&products_id=36

[Shaolin Crane]

So this should make Ron and Nate happy, picked this up today. My wrinkle finish powder coat should be here tomorrow, so i'l start blasting it in prep to powder coat it.
http://i524.photobucket.com/albums/cc322/ShaolinCrane/Eddyrpm2.jpg

[94cobra69ss396]

So this should make Ron and Nate happy, picked this up today. My wrinkle finish powder coat should be here tomorrow, so i'l start blasting it in prep to powder coat it.
http://www.socalstangs.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=7974&stc=1&d=1298247569

I see nothing.

[Shaolin Crane]

Really? Cause i can see it. let me try again

[Leedom]

Next mod now is Struts for the front.

[94cobra69ss396]

How did the pan hard line up? How does the rear feel compared to before? I know on mine it made a huge difference.

[Leedom]

How did the pan hard line up? How does the rear feel compared to before? I know on mine it made a huge difference.

I am sure I will start a thread regarding the ordeal with the installation, but long story short... original location was correct but I thought it was off when we were installing it so we mounted it wrong because of me. So yesterday my dad and I mounted it up in the correct location and the preload on the uppers got messed up so I did not have time to loosen and retighten them yesterday and could not drive it (damn rain and darkness last night). The exhaust needs to be reworked as well so I have not driven it yet all assembled so I will let you know when I do.

[Shaolin Crane]

Man I still think it was my fault, next time i'll leave the chatty kathy for afterwards so there is no in work confusion.

But im glad everything worked out the way it needed to in the end

[10yearrx7]

Just installed stainless brake lines on my car. But I have not tested them because I lowered my coilovers to much and now im stuck in the garage til I raise them back up.

[94cobra69ss396]

After I install my new trans, new transfer case and a new front drivers side axle on the Explorer it's next mod will be a set of these for the rear. They are King 2.5 triple bypass shocks with 12 inches of travel.

http://www.offroadwarehouse.com/ecom/images/product/50035.27277.600x400.KINGBYPASSPIGGYBACKREMRES.jpg

[Shaolin Crane]

MMMMMMM I want a set of those for my truck

[94cobra69ss396]

I should have them this week but the only problem is one of them was damaged in a wreck. They were on my buddies old race truck and they had a head on collision. He already valved the other for my Explorer but I'll have to get the parts to fix the other one. It should be a lot cheaper to fix it though than to buy a new one that cost around $850.

[89StangGuy]

This is my next mod on my SVO going on Wednesday. Will take pics when it is installed, hopefully i can get a good camera to take some vids. Also getting a full 3' exhaust fabbed up, turbo coupe rear end installed and some bucket seats. I will post pics of the work when i get it done. Pics should be up this Friday night/ Saturday morning.

[Shaolin Crane]

Why a turbo coupe rear? The SVO is already 5 lug and disc if im not mistaken right?

[Shaolin Crane]

Oh, and my next mod seems to be a TKO for the fox, once I have that its just a handful of items until the car isnt crippled anymore.

[89StangGuy]

Why a turbo coupe rear? The SVO is already 5 lug and disc if im not mistaken right?

I have an 84 SVO, 7.5 inch rear with 3:43 and smaller discs than the turbo coupe.

The turbo coupe is an 8.8 with 3:55 gears and slightly larger discs if I'm not mistaken. Just wanna stay on the safe side and not have to change out another 7.5 rear end (Already murdered 1).

[94cobra69ss396]

I have an 84 SVO, 7.5 inch rear with 3:43 and smaller discs than the turbo coupe.

The turbo coupe is an 8.8 with 3:55 gears and slightly larger discs if I'm not mistaken. Just wanna stay on the safe side and not have to change out another 7.5 rear end (Already murdered 1).

I think the turbo coupe has a wider rear end than the SVO does. You should check it before swapping. You could always swap in an 8.8 from a '94 or up GT. I know the Pick-A-Part in Ontario has a few of them.

[89StangGuy]

I think the turbo coupe has a wider rear end than the SVO does. You should check it before swapping. You could always swap in an 8.8 from a '94 or up GT. I know the Pick-A-Part in Ontario has a few of them.


From what I've read on the other SVO sites im a member of, the Turbo Coupe rear end is a direct bolt in with no modifications. I'm going to make sure to check though. I heard the only ones that need modification are the ones that come off rangers and explorers and that they need to be shortened.

If i find that it needs some work, I'll just hold off and get a rear end off a 94+ Gt like you said. Are you planning on going to fabulous fords Ron?

[94cobra69ss396]

When is Fabulous Fords this year?

[89StangGuy]

When is Fabulous Fords this year?

It's April 10th this year. I'm going to a pre-meet, as well as the show just to check it out. I'm not entering my SVO because it's not the greatest looking right now, but I'll be there jus to enjoy the sights.

[Shaolin Crane]

The 94 rear is definitely wider, it will also fuck with what wheels you can go with especially anything over 8". Its what I have in my car and a 9" rear requires a very rare and hard to find 36mm offset to fit without rubbing, 10"is even more difficult.

The Turbo coupe rear is a direct bolt in, same width and all, but im not sure that the SVO will put down enough torque to blow the factory 7.5, unless you're getting yhe rear for a steal then i'd hold off.

[89StangGuy]

The 94 rear is definitely wider, it will also fuck with what wheels you can go with especially anything over 8". Its what I have in my car and a 9" rear requires a very rare and hard to find 36mm offset to fit without rubbing, 10"is even more difficult.

The Turbo coupe rear is a direct bolt in, same width and all, but im not sure that the SVO will put down enough torque to blow the factory 7.5, unless you're getting yhe rear for a steal then i'd hold off.


Yea that's what i had been told that it's direct bolt in. I've already blown one up, so i figured I'd be safe and go ahead and go with a 8.8. I found a pretty good deal on one with 3.73s for 200obo. Dude told me if I come pick it up He'll do $150. I thought it was a pretty good deal.

I blew the rear end when my SVO was stock, running 12lbs of boost. Now I'll have a t3/t4 turbo, full 3 inch ehxaust from downpipe back, bigger injectors, rising rate FPR, better fuel pump, etc. Just wanna be safe lol.

[Shaolin Crane]

If its cheap enough then go for it

[blackax]

Not a power mod but more of a cosmetic one.

I painted the plastic base, added a new shift boot with perforated leather and lowered the shifter down about a 1/4 inch. Now the leather goes all the way up to the shifter knob and stays there.

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_1YDVUg9BjuM/TapLVzgfXEI/AAAAAAAADnw/JxPBuACjDAU/s800/IMG_20110416_183957.jpg

[blackax]

Next thing on the list is a vinyl wrap with a skull caddy logo on the fender and hood and the rest of the car matte black

This is the logo
http://8thdaycreations.com/wp-content/uploads/wpsc/product_images/wreathskulloverlay2.jpg

[SeanPlunk]

Not a power mod but more of a cosmetic one.

I painted the plastic base, added a new shift boot with perforated leather and lowered the shifter down about a 1/4 inch. Now the leather goes all the way up to the shifter knob and stays there.

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_1YDVUg9BjuM/TapLVzgfXEI/AAAAAAAADnw/JxPBuACjDAU/s800/IMG_20110416_183957.jpg

That turned out nice :thumbs_up:

[Shaolin Crane]

Picking up my tr3550 tomorrow

[Vettezuki]

Next thing on the list is a vinyl wrap with a skull caddy logo on the fender and hood and the rest of the car matte black

This is the logo
http://8thdaycreations.com/wp-content/uploads/wpsc/product_images/wreathskulloverlay2.jpg


That's pretty badass looking, and subtle enough to be sort of unnoticable unless someone takes a second look. :thumbs_up:

[C5Natie]

Finally got my FAT 102 and NW 102 tb. Just waiting on my fuel rails now.

Engine bay ready
513

102mm. Reg grey color (boring and gets dirty)
514

Pulled cover off to paint and clean inside. Drilled holes for MAP sensor.
515

Red/brwn primer enamel
516

Black enamel. Kept a nice textured look.
517

[C5Natie]

This how it look on the car now.

518

[Shaolin Crane]

Time to pc the throttle body

[silverscmustang]

up next for me is a bunch of Steeda parts. Upper 3rd link, lower rear control arms, X11 ball joints, tie rod ends, and caster camber plates

[Shaolin Crane]

http://i524.photobucket.com/albums/cc322/ShaolinCrane/IMAG0061.jpg
http://i524.photobucket.com/albums/cc322/ShaolinCrane/IMAG0062.jpg

[Shaolin Crane]

steeda :suicide:

[silverscmustang]

lol gotta follow the rule book: http://www.insideline.com/ford/shelby-gt500/project-mustang-gt-vs-shelby-gt500-part-1.html

[Shaolin Crane]

Ah well lol

[2011GT302]

This is a long list....:D you could say this is more then just next :huh:
but whatever.

ENGINE
Edelbrock Victor Jr EFI Manifold
Nitrous Outlet Ford 4.6L 2V Plate 200HP
Edelbrock victor Jr Fuel Rails
Mustang Nitrous Stand Alone Fuel System
Accel Super Coil On Plug Kit
BBK 78mm Throttle Intake
Adaptor Plate for Victor Jr

DRIVE TRAIN
4R70W or 4R75W
3800 Torque Converter
Aluminum Driveshaft

BODY
Cobra R Front Bumper
3 Inch Cowl Hood
V6 Rear Bumper
Sequential Tail Light Kit

[silverscmustang]

^ nice!

[89StangGuy]

Pic one is my old crinkle bent downpipe. Pic two is my new stinger motorsports 3" mandrel bent downpipe. Pic 3 is it installed!

I just ordered my Intercooler piping kit, and stainless steel braided brake lines all around, next i will be getting a full exhaust because I'm only running a downpipe.

[mdpalmer]

This how it look on the car now.

518

That manifold looks awesome. Was it a PITA to get the injectors out of the rails? I'm probably going to change mine. Also what fuel rails are you going to use? Looking good!

[94cobra69ss396]

This is a long list....:D you could say this is more then just next :huh:
but whatever.

ENGINE
Edelbrock Victor Jr EFI Manifold
Nitrous Outlet Ford 4.6L 2V Plate 200HP
Edelbrock victor Jr Fuel Rails
Mustang Nitrous Stand Alone Fuel System
Accel Super Coil On Plug Kit
BBK 78mm Throttle Intake
Adaptor Plate for Victor Jr

DRIVE TRAIN
4R70W or 4R75W
3800 Torque Converter
Aluminum Driveshaft

BODY
Cobra R Front Bumper
3 Inch Cowl Hood
V6 Rear Bumper
Sequential Tail Light Kit

That's a big list. When are you starting this? Is GTR doing it?

[enkeivette]

Why V6 rear bumper?

[2011GT302]

Why V6 rear bumper?

GT has cut outs for rear pipes and mine dumps after the mufflers so the V6 will clean it up.
Also the 2000 Cobra R came with the v6 bumper rather then the GT.

[2011GT302]

That's a big list. When are you starting this? Is GTR doing it?

I'm going to have GTR do whatever I don't feel confident doing my self like installing the intake and fuel rails. But I'm sure I can tackle most of it. I'm going to start collecting parts now but everything should be finished early next year. I also thinking about getting ported heads from MMR but not sure if i want that or Trick flow heads.

[94cobra69ss396]

So my next mod is going to be a V8 for the Explorer. I already have a '97 AWD V8 Explorer thanks to Eric. I'm going to rebuild the 302 and then move everything over to mine except the transfercase. For the transfercase I'll get a manual one from an F150. I already started pulling the engine and trans from the donor but because everything on it is so rusted it's taking forever. It took me 6 hours to remove the driveshafts, exhaust and starter. On my truck that would have only taken 45 minutes to an hour.