Search results

I am building a 393 stroker for my '86 and picked up a set of new AFR205 heads dirt cheap, damn near a steal, $1,200. Since I was able to do this, I could make some money if I sold them (for about $1,700) if I could find some heads that are better. I am keeping this all motor, no power adders...

I was going to freshen up the 5.0 in the 'Stang but I have a good portion of the parts to make a 393 stroker. For the 5.0 I purchased pistons, rods, AFR205 heads, and a new cam. I know I will have to use the 351w rods for the stroker. I have a late 70s 351w block that was just cleaned and if it...

I know there are several threads about this topic but I am having a problem finding info on the brakes I got. I picked up some rotors, calipers, brackets, lines, and mounting hardware off of a 2006 GT. I want to do a 5 lug conversion on my '86 GT. I have checked several threads and sites and...

I'd like to drop some more weight but not mess with any structural integrity. I have pulled the smog, equipment, went manual steering rack, no A/C, no backseat, and i pulled the insulation out from behind the interior trim panels. It was a bit musty and the sound doesn't bother me. The car also...

I want to switch over to a 1-wire high amp alternator on my '86 GT. I'm thinking of running a big GM one. Whoops, I said the 'G' word. :nono: Anyways, there are 2 plugs coming out of the alternator right now with a total of 4 wires. If I run a 1 wire up to the solenoid on the firewall, will I...

I'm trying to install my FMU and am having a heck of a time getting the return line to "unclip" even using 2 different tools I have for it. I've tried gripping the line with pliers (using a cloth to protect the line) and twist it a little while pulling/using the tool. Any suggestions? It is...

I am looking at getting a set of smoked tail lights for my '86 GT. I see some manufacturers are saying 87-93 and others are saying 83-93. I want some that will set right in, no mods except maybe taillight sockets. Anyone know what will work? Thanks

Alright, I relocated my alternator down low due to installing an electric waterpump and needing to reroute again. The problem is, it wants to occupy the same space as the charcoal canister. The alternator pretty much needs to sit right there for belt clearance issues with other things. One hose...

Alright, the interior in my '86 hatchback is stripped out of the car right now. Removing years of excessive amounts of speaker wire, alarm wires, and misc. other junk and redoing the interior. I figure now is the time to do the cage before I started reassembly, especially since welding will be...

Hello. My brother ahs a '65 Mustang that originally had a 4 spd. He did a conversion to a T5 with some aftermarket crossmember and some other conversion pieces. He is hating the T5 right now since he put the 347 stroker in. It just isn't holding up. He wants to put in a Tremec 5speed. Would one...

O.k. this is probably a newbie question. Reading article after article seeing 'Stangs both forced induction and NA, I see their intake systems without MAF sensor. Most don't say anything about having some fancy computer setup. Do they just have a great tune? Just wondering because I am going to...

I want to put an electric fan on my '86 GT and am wondering how many CFMs I should look for in a fan. I have a supercharger but will not be installing it until the next motor goes in at which time I will be upgrading the rest of the cooling system, including a different fan setup. For now, Just...

Alright, I have an '86 GT 5.0 and I have disconnected the A/C and smog and am putting in a manual rack. So I am hoping to pull the A/C compressor, air pump, and P/S pump off, however, it looks like it will cause some clearance issues if I want to keep everything turning the right way. The belt...

I am looking at 2 different intake setups for my '86 GT. One is a combo with the Jegs upper metal box on top of a GT40 lower with new fuel rails and regulator and throttle body. The other one is a BBK SSI with rails, reg. and TB. Any opinions or thoughts on either? Here is my current setup. '86...

I have an '86 GT with a 5.0 with a ton of bolt-ons and am looking at swapping motors this winter. I want something with 4-bolt mains. I have a Powerdyne with an 11 psi pulley. I want a strong reliable motor and am looking at the DSS 331 or 347 setup. I want a forged rotating assembly and...

I have an '86 GT and at one time I tlaked to somebody about converting the front of the body to the 87-93 style. I can't remember exactly what was all involved in it but this is the next step I want to do so I can get this thing painted. :stupid: