Back with a few changes!

[blackpony]

Well after changing my mind a couple times, i decided to put the car back together so I would have something to drive while doing an ls1 swap into my 85 swb chevy truck. I made a few changes, smaller cam, different lower intake, and few appearance changes. hoping to remain in the 400 rwhp area. I have been learning to tig weld, and decided to build a set of sheet metal valve covers. they turned out pretty nice, considered build a few sets to sell as the moroso sets are crazy expensive. Also built an expansion tank for the cooling system and set it up like the 96+ cars, in hopes of eliminating my overheating problems. Before after about 2-3 weeks of driving it, an air pocket would develop and the car would get hot. i could burp it, and be good for another couple weeks. hoping this will solve my problems.. now a few pics..

 

[5.0kid]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

lookin good! any info on the engine or is it going to be a surprise???

 

[Javi]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

you must have some big plans for it since you have the t56

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

I've always had the t-56 I'm waiting to hear from the machine shop so I will know the final details on the engine, some parts were on back order so we had to change a few things up.... The goal hp wise is 400+ to the tires but I'm not gonna say just yet how I plan to get there...

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

a teaser for whats to come...

90mm of breathing room..

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

Hey guys just a minor update. My little brother and myself rolled the car outside the other day and began the grueling process of cleaning under the hood. its pretty dirty and we have lots left to do, but looks a ton better.

This side will stay mostly the same, there will be a few more wires added, but it will mostly all be hidden by the battery and i will try to keep it pushed out of the way...

All the wires on this side will be completely hidden behind the fender..

a basic look of how it is now..

another teaser of whats to come...:headbang:

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

got a few other toys...

they need to be recovered, as they used to be red, but was spray painted with that cloth paint from autozone.. but the price was right!!!

 

[Dalamar]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

nice seats :thumb:

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

thanks!!

had to get a different block as the old one had a crack in the cylinder, and would cost just as much to just start with another block... actually saved me money as i was able to stay .030 and buy a set of used pistons as compared to having to buy a set of new .040 pistons plus the machine work to the block.. hoping to have it all together and maybe running by the end of august...

 

[5.0kid]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

ooo! pretty parts! lol, more info on the engine anytime soon?

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up!

yea guess i can release that info.. diddent want to say anything incase i changed my mind, but parts have arrived and its almost time to begin the build..

it will consist of

302 block bored and clearanced for a 347 ci
scat 9000 crank
scat forged h-beam rods
srp forged flat top pistons
procomp 210cc cnc'd heads 295 cfm intake 240 cfm exhaust 2.02/1.60 valves
anderson n-91 cam w/1.7 rockers .612/.612 lift 240/248 duration on a 112
edlebrock victor jr carb lower w/injector bosses
90 mm spyder elbow
accufab 90mm tb with 90mm cable bracket spacer
anderson 4'' power pipe
abco dbx 97mm mass air
42# injectors
compression will be just under 11:1
1 3/4 long tube headers
full 3'' exhaust w/ moroso spiral flow mufflers
t-56 trans
aluminum driveshaft
3.73 gears
spec stage 2 clutch


should make over 400 to the tires, hoping for around 450ish...


did some more work at hiding the wiring.. im on vacation all next week, so plan to have it all ready for the engine and trans by the end of next week.. just waiting on the rest of the parts to arrive, the machine shop to finish the block and balance the rotating assembly and getting a bunch of stuff powder coated, (brackets, pulleys, intake, etc) paul i wish you lived closer, you did an incredible job on your stuff...

the little miss decided to help daddy out today, she honestly removed all 5 lug nuts (after i loosened them that is)... gear head in the making!!! :headbang:

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updates inside!!!

Haven't updated this thread in a while.. haha, made a little progess today, finished removing the wiring and booster so that i could clean up and paint under the hood. Turned out pretty good for a few bucks in rattle can and scotch brite and acetone... plan to clear coat it tomorrow to help protect the paint and help it last. No plans for a show car, just wanted it to look a little better.

Here she is all stowed away...

Here is the intake I plan to use. Going to change the fittings and lines to black fittings and black lines, also paint the intake silver to match the throttle body a little better.

 

[MustangChris]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

how hard was it to remobve the booster? i have to do that too and i dono how. lol.


looks much better with the new paint!

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

was a pita!!! the bolts were cake to get to, it was just getting it out from around the strut tower sucked.. i also found that my master cylinder is leaking from the rear, so a rebuild is in order for it... i hope i dont scratch the paint putting it back in...

 

[MustangChris]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

where are teh bolts at? my (everything) is already taken out of the engine bay. so it shouldnt be too bad. lol.

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

yea all my under hood stuff is removed also... have to get under the dash and remove 4 nuts from the inside along with disconnect the rod from the pedal, then muscle it out.. the two studs that hold the master cylinder were hitting on my strut tower so had to pry it to the passenger side then pop it out... hope it goes back in easier...

 

[MustangChris]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

thanks, brotha! we'll have to do that...

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

no prob!! good luck with it and the build!! looks like it will be a nice one!!!

 

[MustangChris]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

haha. thanks man. maybe one day...

u2!

 

[blackpony]

Re: Blackpony's build up! Updated 1-17-11

Got it all back together, and pushed outside. Here is a better pic under the hood.. also pressure washed the car to clean off the dust... haha

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