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    GETTING MY CAR RUNNING AFTER 8 YEARS. NEED ADVICE.

    Hey. Putting '89 engine in my '86 GT. I just want to get the car running on the cheap. I will be overhauling, (bearings, rings, gasket set) the engine. Will be using the stock E7 heads for now. Car is a 5-speed. Here is the question; can I run the ANDERSON N-41 cam with the stock heads...
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    NEED GOOD MACHINE SHOP IN SAVANNAH, GA

    Anyone know a good modern machine shop in the SAVANNAH, GA area that can machine my 302 roller block? (deck, line hone, clearance, etc...) THANKS!! larry
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    Best HCI combo NA?

    Dude, the AFR 185 heads are PERFECT for a 331-347. You need to understand how these heads are designed. Very state of the art. By the way I have a 347 and the 185's. AWESOME
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    WHERE DO I GET A STOCK OVERHAUL 302 KIT FROM??

    I am in the process of swapping an '89 5.0 into my '86 GT. I am just looking for a stock overhaul kit, ie; rings, bearings, gasket set. I am a TOYOTA Master tech, so I have the skills, and tools. I just wanted to know who you recommend for such a kit. Thanks!!
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    HAVE DONOR '89 CONV. FOR MY '86. NEED ADVICE

    I just got a 1989 GT convertible, 5-speed. I will be transplanting the driveline, after building it, into my 1986 GT. Am I able to transplant the engine wiring harness without any mods? ie; just a plug-and-play? Thanks larry
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    WHAT COMPANY MAKES A GOOD PREPPED AOD??

    Building 331 mild street car--will be going from stick to AOD. I would get a LENTECH without a doubt, but I cannot afford this. Please no "you get what you pay for" or "why would you want an AOD?" Just the information I asked... thanks
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    I HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT 6-SPEEDS...

    Just as I said have a 1:1 5th and .50 6th...... WELL FORD HAS DONE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was right as usual...
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    ODD AOD TV CABLE PROBLEM

    My brother in law has a 1991 AOD GT. The TV cable was loose at the TB, so I adjusted it, and it still is loose. Went down below and it seems that the "spring" is not pulling cable into the trans pan enough. There is no binding in the cable, it just seems like the spring is weak!? Any ideas...
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    Brakes The Ultimate 4-lug/5-lug Brake Conversion/upgrade Thread

    GENERAL/SIMPLE QUESTION ABOUT '86 GT BRAKES. I just want 5 lug--i have the rear built. Need to go to 11" 5-lug front rotors. NOT interested in big brakes. I hear about Ranger front rotors--but everyone says they are not able to get the correct bearings. I just need a simple salvage yard...
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    I HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT 6-SPEEDS...

    I have an '86 GT that I have owned for 19 years. I am in the process o a partial restoration. I am coming to the part of the driveline. Here is the question/comment; I would run a 6-speed if any manufacturer would have a 1:1 5th gear. EVERYONE who spends the $$ on the 6-speed is wasting...
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    T5 TO LENTECH AOD...

    Tired of breaking 5 speeds. Building a 363 big bore dart motor. Going to use Lentech AOD with 2.84 1st gear. Will be using stock shifter, (sleeper). Anyway, is there a list of items that I will need for this swap? thanks
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    THINKING ABOUT BUYING MUSTANG TO STORE...

    I was thinking about buying a new Mustang GT, towing it to climate controlled storage. Does anyone think doing this could have some resale value in 25-30 years?
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    1986 GT BRAKE QUESTION-sorry if this is a repeat...

    I have an '86 GT. Want to convert to 5-lug front and rear. Question I have is this; what is the most cost efective way to change the front to 5-lug? I have heard diffferent things, ie. if you change spindles you also have to change the struts, etc. Building a street/strip car, so big brake...
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    STARTING THE RESTO OF MY 86 GT...

    Planning the resto of my '86 GT that I have owned since 1993. Need some advice. Want to upgrade to the 11" 87-93 brakes, what do I need?
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    TRYING TO PURCHASE WORLD FORD CHALLENGE 1-9

    Could you direct me to a merchant that sells the FORD WORLD CHALLENGE 1-9 on DVD? thanks
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    NEED INSTRUCTIONS ON GOING FROM '86 TO '87-'93 INTERIOR

    I have a 1986 GT that I would like to convert to the 1987-1993 interior. I am a TOYOTA TECH so I will be able to do this, but I need instructions.. thanks
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    HOW TO GET AROUND WEAK ECU???

    Hey, I just finished my AODE to TKO-600 swap. I have heard that the SN95 processors are fairly weak compared to the A9L ECU. I currently have a COBRA intake, and exhaust mods. I am planning to replace the heads and cam. What can I do about the ECU. I have heard that some company flashes an...
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    WHAT IS THE BEST 351 BLOCK TO USE?

    I am planning the build up if a stroker 351W. I need some information on making a decision on what is the best PRODUCTION block to use, ie. what year of vehicle, model, etc. thanks in advance
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    DID AODE TO TKO-600 SWAO, NOW CAR RUNS LIKE ....

    Got problem fixed. It was a bad computer.. thanks to all who read/responded to this message...
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    DID AODE TO TKO-600 SWAO, NOW CAR RUNS LIKE ....

    This is actually my buddies car, I will need to check the number on the ECU. He bought the complete swap kit from a popular company, (advertised in mustang magazines) came with manual 94-95 ecu. This is a "plug and play" kit. As for the rear gear, just the factory 3.27. Also, tried to pull...