Hello! This is my first build thread so I apologize if this isn't what these threads are for!
I bought my '98 mustang GT convertible in 2011. Right off the bat, I replaced headlights, redid the suspension with H&R SS springs and tokico shocks/struts and poly bushings. Then, I did the typical tune/cold air intake, and was disappointed in the lack of improvement in the power department.
In order to make some better power, I completed a full PI swap on her, with Comp Stage II cams:
Sorry for the poor quality! From now on I'll try to document everything better. Got the car dyno tuned later. Still was rather disappointed in the ~250 rwhp she put down after all that work.
This summer, I've embarked on a project to build a lowish compression motor that I can put some substantial boost into. I knew I wanted a teksid block; light and strong. After a couple weeks of waiting I found a Mk VIII in a junkyard with the engine ready to be pulled:
Dropped the engine through the bottom with just some sockets and wrenches, a jack, and a hacksaw (scored the whole short block for a cool $100 plus the cost of 3 Gatorades, screw the 115 degree heat):
Then, dismantled and took to the machine shop:
It was checked, no cracks, but is being bored .020 over for insurance.
I ordered the rotating assembly (MMR's 900SE rotating assembly, 9.0:1) two weeks ago, and it shipped, should be here Monday! Got these goodies today (way too expensive for what the darned things are it seems):
Oh and in the mean time I finished my budget cobra brake kit! They barely fit behind the split spokes. These brakes are amazing! Such better pedal feel with the SS lines as well:
I'll upload when the engine gets ready for the next step!
Things I need to figure out:
1) What kind of LSD/axles do I need to reliably produce ~500 whp
I bought my '98 mustang GT convertible in 2011. Right off the bat, I replaced headlights, redid the suspension with H&R SS springs and tokico shocks/struts and poly bushings. Then, I did the typical tune/cold air intake, and was disappointed in the lack of improvement in the power department.
In order to make some better power, I completed a full PI swap on her, with Comp Stage II cams:
Sorry for the poor quality! From now on I'll try to document everything better. Got the car dyno tuned later. Still was rather disappointed in the ~250 rwhp she put down after all that work.
This summer, I've embarked on a project to build a lowish compression motor that I can put some substantial boost into. I knew I wanted a teksid block; light and strong. After a couple weeks of waiting I found a Mk VIII in a junkyard with the engine ready to be pulled:
Dropped the engine through the bottom with just some sockets and wrenches, a jack, and a hacksaw (scored the whole short block for a cool $100 plus the cost of 3 Gatorades, screw the 115 degree heat):
Then, dismantled and took to the machine shop:
It was checked, no cracks, but is being bored .020 over for insurance.
I ordered the rotating assembly (MMR's 900SE rotating assembly, 9.0:1) two weeks ago, and it shipped, should be here Monday! Got these goodies today (way too expensive for what the darned things are it seems):
Oh and in the mean time I finished my budget cobra brake kit! They barely fit behind the split spokes. These brakes are amazing! Such better pedal feel with the SS lines as well:
I'll upload when the engine gets ready for the next step!
Things I need to figure out:
1) What kind of LSD/axles do I need to reliably produce ~500 whp
- I was thinking of going with the FRPP 31 spline traction lock with the Mosler 31 spline axles and FRPP 3.73s or 4.10s. I have no clue what kind of beating these guys can take however.
- The T-45 source seems like a good place, but it makes me nervous how far away they are. Also, I would like to avoid any core charge
- Kenne Bell intercooled 2.1 kit looks to me to be the best option at the moment. But $4999 is really pushing it