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Which one of the two lines coming off the C4 in my '71 is the pressure line, and which is the return???

I've already had to replace the original one with a piece taken from a salvaged front clip. Aside from 4 gazillion spot welds...It wasn't that difficult. I would think that a few nips and tucks would be all that's required to get the mod to fit. Don't know for sure which is why I am here...

Can you simply convert the mod to a front sump pan? What is your best guess as to the modifications required to the crossmember and the steering components? A little nip and tuck to the crossmember is no real issue, however reworking the steering system is not something that I want to...

Stangdreamin: Thank you. Those were exactly the specs I was needing to make my decision, especially since it would appear that no one has gone down this path; at least that I can find.

rbohm: No one has come forward claiming to have placed either the 4.6 or 5.4 in these cars since my original post on the topic. You state that there is "plenty of room". I have given you the benefit of the doubt on this point. But before I drop a dime on a mod motor I require proof that it...

OK. Now that we have established that the 460 will fit...Can anyone compare the dimensions of the 460 to that of the 4.6 or 5.4s?

I didn't say I was going to compete in any particular race curcuit. I have neither the time nor money in my life for that. However, too big to go racing around corners??? Well, don't tell that to Brion at Dark Horse Racing. He successfully competed in the AI series with one! I am just...

Pushrod Power: To the best of my knowledge the 71-73 never came with a 460. The only engine options listed in any of my reference guides; 250 (6c), 302, 351, BOSS 351, and the rare 429CJ. I had heard that the 71-73s were designed with the BOSS 429 in mind but never got the engine. I had...

That's what I was afraid of....There is so little intrest in this body style that no one has tried this swap. Let me try this a different way. Can anyone give me the dimensions of the 4.6 2v, 3v, or 4v? What is the maximum width of the engine valve cover to valve cover? What is the height of...

Is there anyone out there who has done the 4.6 or 5.4 engine swap into the 71-73 body? I know on the pre 71's lots of shock tower surgery is required to accomplish the swap. Is this the case for the big boddied 71-73?

That fan pictured is no where near that deep, 5 inches if I recall. Where can I find cfm secs on that fan though. You said you tested them yourself? Would you care to elaborate on the technique and equipment used?

Has anyone ever tried the Crown Vic fan?

Any idea how the fan from a '96 Crown Vic compares to that of the Taurus? What controller would you recommend? I see that DCC has several to choose from. I have tried to get in contact with them for two weeks, to get their assistance with my selection. They have not returned any of my...

Ha! I went 9" with 255 45 r17's in the front and 10.5 with 285 40 R17's in the rear of my '71. Ok. There was some massaging for the fronts...

Heard that from them before. Skip the rack and contact lee mfg for a rebuilt steering box. I went with someone else; that was before I really knew about the guys at lee. However, my box was rebuilt for about $200 and feels great. It is 2.5 turns lock to lock. As far as improving the feel of...

You are correct about the lack of available rear calipers. I don't think anyone offers an upgraded rear caliper for the SN197. Baer's kit uses the factory caliper and only replaces the mounting bracket and rotor. I can't find a pair on the cheap anywhere. The wrecking yards want to sell the...

Should be no problem since I am running SN197 compatable wheels; Or so says Mustang Steve. Ok do you have access to SN197 GT rear calipers and rotors? What price?

Also, what is your budget and fabrication skill level? I know TCP's rack has been adapted to this car by at least one guy, but no one makes and off the rack kit for the 71-73.

I bought the kit from Mustang Steve. It's in the box waiting for me to have the time for the install. The kit for the 73 is straight forward and uses the drum spindle. I went with the 05 and up kit because of the decreased cost. The only problem is finding a set of take off rear calipers...