My buildup progress.

[Adrenalin]

It's been a long process for me, but I feel like I am finally making some headway on my project and thought I'd share. I welded up some of the holes in the engine bay and painted it. I've never painted prior so it's definately not perfect but I dont think it turned out too bad considering.


http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/7376/buildup1ir2.jpg

The area that is cut out on the passenger side was chopped up by a local shop so I decided to cut the area out and later I will add in panels once I have the turbo sitting back in there so I can make a template and will paint it to match.

http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/3022/buildupnm8.jpg

http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/7868/buildup2rv0.jpg


Old K-member removed here

http://img255.imageshack.us/img255/5506/buildup3sv8.jpg


With the new UPR Chrome-moly K-member -crappy pics I know, it's a cheap camera! http://www.need2speed.com/vb_forums/images/smilies/sadleek.gif I couldn't bolt the A-arms in yet because UPR didn't send the "hardware kit" so I called them up, they sent it out yesterday and I just got it today. I'm going to get busy here in a few and slap them on.
http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/8205/buildup4wk1.jpg


Coilover kit just hanging there until I decide which brakes to go with, I'm thinking Areospace, but this guy I know keeps saying Strange!
http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/6112/buildup5tr2.jpg


UPRs 4 bolt CC plates.

http://img255.imageshack.us/img255/6086/buildup6lj2.jpg

Heres my Bennett shortblock and I took some pics of the heads but the camera sucked and I'm sure my photography skills had something to do with it to lol, and they turned out blurry so I didn't post them. They are Street heat Hi ports with a little work done to 'em.

http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/7821/buildup7be0.jpg

I'm going to retain the A/C and power brakes for now but will be converting to a manual rack before I start setting the motor in.

Btw, I bought some Cobra bumper covers a while back and have painted the front bumper cover but still have to do the rear. I didn't intend to make a fobra, but I loved the look of the Cobra front cover and bought a front and rear so I've decided to go ahead and complete the look with some snake badges as well. Oh well to the Fobra haters out there. All I have to say, is that if it can't keep up with a stock cobra then I have bigger issues to worry about! http://www.need2speed.com/vb_forums/images/smilies/laugh.gif

I still have a long way to go and I've talked with Trans. Physicians about building the AODE for me when the time comes. He seems pretty confident that he can build me one that will work! http://www.need2speed.com/vb_forums/images/smilies/headbang.gif


Hope you like it so far!

[ODB]

nice bro....keep it up

[Black_notch]

Damn man that is a beautiful job, keep us posted!

[Adrenalin]

nice bro....keep it up

Thanks alot bro!

Damn man that is a beautiful job, keep us posted!

There are some spots that look like a professional but for the most part, I can pick it to pieces lol. I do appreciate the compliment man!

Like I said, the next project will be the brakes so I'll definately post more up then!

[79 pace car]

looks cool. i really have to get off my ass and start on the coupe!

[fakesnake]

aero space street kit!!!!!!! hi ports...all i use...nice engine bay...i have a 2000 fobra also...going twin turbo...great job...keep it going!!!!!!!!!

[864I'DCaprI]

Hellz yeah man, AWSOME job doood, keep it up....

[Crazy Eyez]

Holw did the K-member bolt up for you?I read on a couple other boards that sometimes they can be a pain in the ass.I really like the whole thing is coming along I think im gonna put a tubular K-member in while the motor is out.

[ODB]

Holw did the K-member bolt up for you?I read on a couple other boards that sometimes they can be a pain in the ass.I really like the whole thing is coming along I think im gonna put a tubular K-member in while the motor is out.


k members are only 4 fucking bolts.......they go right in.....like Flynn

[SkwervE]

LOL i remember taking that picture in your sig crazy eyes



and it seems like its comming along nicely... how much did the k-member run ya?

[351coupe]

Very nice.Strange does not make a street kit if I'm correct.

[DRWStanley2002]

Man that looks great. Good job

[the anti-rice]

k members are only 4 fucking bolts.......they go right in.....like Flynn

im pretty sure there are 8 on the sn95s. there on 2 by each strut tower and 2 (each side) on the bottom of the car where the firewall meets the floorpan.

[ODB]

im pretty sure there are 8 on the sn95s. there on 2 by each strut tower and 2 (each side) on the bottom of the car where the firewall meets the floorpan.

4 bolts..each side...my bad

[the anti-rice]

4 bolts..each side...my bad

your just getting senile in your old age! :D

[ODB]

your just getting senile in your old age! :D
no way brother.......

[Adrenalin]

Thanks again for the compliments guys! It feels good to actually see progress.

Yea, I'm leaning towards the Aerospace Street kit but I am still open for opinions.

Holw did the K-member bolt up for you?I read on a couple other boards that sometimes they can be a pain in the ass.I really like the whole thing is coming along I think im gonna put a tubular K-member in while the motor is out.

The K-member bolted up without a hitch! :smile:

And yea it was 8 bolts! :D

[harold harper]

car is looking good bro.can't wait to see the finished product.there is nothing wrong with a fobra.people have been building clone cars for years,not everyone can get there hands on a cobra.

[99cobra281]

man it looks awsome

[Steez]

I FUCKING love your car. Seriously, I want to hump it. I <3 the sn95 body styles for some reason. I can't wait to see this thing done and rolling down the track!

Oh and Aerospace Street Kit FTW!

[Crazy Eyez]

http://www.1sted.dk/ii/ledere/hitler.jpg
I hate you pat:lol: but thats for you,I know how many bolts it is but LIKE I said some people have said it is a pain in the ass,I know I know whatever your gonna come back is gonna be a smart ass comment but im expecting that so save it for some idiot:lol:

[Adrenalin]

Okay here is a few more progress pics.

I went with the Strange Drag kit, VERY NICE stuff!

The strange brake setup for 94 - 04 retains the factory hubs and spindles so I had to clean up my stock stuffs!

http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/9333/62007007resizedto800x60eu8.jpg

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/5299/62007011resizedto800x60wu4.jpg

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/5817/62007025resizedto800x60oh3.jpg

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/8293/62007031resizedto800x60ks5.jpg

These are my new front wheels.

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/7025/62007033resizedto800x60tq5.jpg

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/9825/62007034resizedto800x60ib8.jpg

http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/9164/62507003croppedandresizci1.jpg

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/4716/70107011resizedto800x60pz9.jpg

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/7319/70107022resizedto800x60zg5.jpg

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/6346/70107020resizedto800x60ux7.jpg

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/1650/70107021resizedto800x60ko2.jpg

http://img329.imageshack.us/img329/5702/70107027resizedto800x60lg4.jpg

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/6676/70107030resizedto800x60dd5.jpg

THere are no gaskets on this, I just couldn't help but to see what it would look like! :D

[Scott]

Looking good, keep up the updates. This is how people learn.

[Badlatitude]

nice

[$hawn]

those spindles look BAD ASS!

[Adrenalin]

Looking good, keep up the updates. This is how people learn.

Thanks Scott, I've got a question for you, but I'll PM you later.


Thanks guys, I can't wait until it's done, although it'll still be a while!

[DRWStanley2002]

Man its looking good.

[Adrenalin]

Thanks Dean, call me tomorrow when your not busy.

[DRWStanley2002]

Thanks Dean, call me tomorrow when your not busy.

Ok I will.

[slow poke]

very nice !!!!! looking forward to futher updates.

[sexycobrachic03]

It's about time.. looks great! cant wait to see the finished chevy killer..

[svtcobra]

Just AWESOME

[Adrenalin]

very nice !!!!! looking forward to futher updates.


Thanks! They will be slow coming but I'll show more updates as funds allow.

[Adrenalin]

It's about time.. looks great! cant wait to see the finished chevy killer..

You aint kidding, there are a few LS1s that I'd like to mess with.... all in good fun that is! :D

[Adrenalin]

Just AWESOME


I appreciate the compliment! It feels good to see it coming together, no matter how slow.

[BigDawg]

those spindles look BAD ASS!

Holy Shit, yes they do, How can I get my SN95 spindles to look like that?And where can I take them?

[sexycobrachic03]

Hopefully I can get some pix of the beast coming together in my garage.. They should be done about the same time... when funds allow.




You aint kidding, there are a few LS1s that I'd like to mess with.... all in good fun that is! :D

[Strokd85]

mmmmm... Bogarts....

[DRWStanley2002]

Those bogarts would look very nice on my mustang.

[sexycobrachic03]

Bogarts must be a guy thing. I have never been a fan.. But you guys dont care about what us women think right?

[Badlatitude]

Not when it comes to cars lol and especially not when you make a comment like that! Why would you not be a fan of some of the lightest and strongest wheels around for a drag car?

[sexycobrachic03]

Its just a matter of preference. thats all.



quote=Badlatitude;4339140]Not when it comes to cars lol and especially not when you make a comment like that! Why would you not be a fan of some of the lightest and strongest wheels around for a drag car?[/quote]

[Badlatitude]

I think pretty much all SFI wheels are ugly. Its all about performance tho hehe

[06F2fitty]

Thats badazz, great job!

[Adrenalin]

Holy Shit, yes they do, How can I get my SN95 spindles to look like that?And where can I take them?


Thanks! I doubt they will look that good long though. I didn't powder coat them, just painted them and sprayed on some clear coat I have left from painting the cobra front and rear bumper covers. If it doesn't last long after I finally get it up and running, then I'll have to have them coated.

Btw, has anyone checked into the powder coating kits you get from Jegs or Summit?

[Adrenalin]

Its just a matter of preference. thats all.

Kim?

[Adrenalin]

Thats badazz, great job!

Thanks man, we use to hang out with alot of the Bartow boys back in the day!

[sexycobrachic03]

Yeah!!!!


Kim?

[Adrenalin]

Hell yea, that cars going to haul ass thats for sure! I can't wait to see it up and running!

[sexycobrachic03]

me either. just some small adjustments, and the cage work to go. The motor and tranny are already in. I'll try to get you some pics. I cant wait to see ADRENALIN on the street kickin serious ass!!

Hell yea, that cars going to haul ass thats for sure! I can't wait to see it up and running!

[**CHRIS**]

Bump for the sick build going on... any updates? :cool:

[Adrenalin]

Bump for the sick build going on... any updates? :cool:


Thanks man.

I dumped alot of money on the shortblock, heads, front suspension, front brakes and rims and tires so I had to let the wifey have some funds for a while...


I'm starting to save up some money now so next on the list is the rear end. I'll post up some pics when I have enough to get started on it.

[Matt the Pilot]

If only you knew the retards that assemble the brake calipers at Aerospace

[Matt the Pilot]

Other than that it looks real good.

[Adrenalin]

If only you knew the retards that assemble the brake calipers at Aerospace


Then it sounds like a good thing that I went with Strange then.


Other than that it looks real good.


Thanks man!

[MiDiablo]

If only you knew the retards that assemble the brake calipers at Aerospace

:lol: I've had no luck getting mine to fit behind my wheels. I'm thinking of selling to go with a set of Wilwood or Strange after all the reading I've done on the negativity of the Aerospace (including, but not limited to, customer service issues).

:dunno: Not sure yet...

BTW Adrenaline - your car looks great man!

[Matt the Pilot]

Used to work there. There are some retards there. One of those people that if you knew them... you'd know you wouldn't want them assembling the device that stops your 150mph vehicle. =)

[Adrenalin]

BTW Adrenaline - your car looks great man!


Thanks for the props bro.

[Adrenalin]

update:

I just got the rear brakes in! I have to take the plates over to the chassis shop tomorrow so William (Chassis guy) can start putting the rear together.

http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/9937/strangebrakesue4.jpg

[Adrenalin]

Finally got the rearend back! I have to give mad props to William Bodley at Bodley racing and Fabrication in Clearwater! I have nothing but good things to say about him.

1. He kept in contact with me and kept me informed. That is a major rarity to find these days.
2. A super nice guy to do busniess with even tho I had him change things around at the last minute and kept bugging him with misc questions.
3. I am super impressed with the quality of his work.

Amanda, please let Donald know I really appreciate him hooking me up with William.


The rearend now has:

9" flanges
chrome-moly 1350 pinion yoke
TA girdle
35 spline Mosers
Moser spool
3:55s
custom bracing
welded tubes
narrowed 3.25" per side
powder coatedHere are some pics, but excuse the garage, it is a total mess atm.. I cropped out a little.

http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/6666/p1010022croppedresizeduh3.jpg

http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/958/p1010023croppedresizedwh8.jpg

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/989/p1010029croppedresizedjr4.jpg


My rims came in last week.

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/7128/12120711resized800xst7.jpg

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/7743/12120715resized800xvm1.jpg

I started on the mini-tub too. At the moment, I just removed the factory tubs. I'll cut it down when I get the tires and when I see how everything will need to fit.

http://img264.imageshack.us/img264/1546/wheelwells003800xsz8.jpg

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/1570/wheelwells013800xho5.jpg


Terry

[Zman]

looks good!

[Adrenalin]

Thanx, Man I'm going to get started on putting it in tomorrow with the stock control arms to see where it sits.

[SmokinS13SR20]

Looking great man! :thumbup:
I can't wait to get the Cougar rolling so I can just replace bushings and weld up the torque boxes. I'm just egging to do some suspension work.:grin:

Keep it up:banana:

[DRWStanley2002]

It looks good man.

[Adrenalin]

Looking great man! :thumbup:
I can't wait to get the Cougar rolling so I can just replace bushings and weld up the torque boxes. I'm just egging to do some suspension work.:grin:

Keep it up:banana:

Thanks man, and since your egging to do some suspension work, come do mine for me!



It looks good man.


Thanks Dean, was that you that cut me off Friday night on Shephard, pulling into Publix? I woulda pulled in, but wasn't sure if it was you or not.

[SmokinS13SR20]

Thanks man, and since your egging to do some suspension work, come do mine for me!
I'd love to come help, but your to far! Move closer and I'll think about it ;-)

[Adrenalin]

I hear ya bro, long drives FTL!

[Black_notch]

Really looking forward to seeing this thing come together, its gonna be badass!

[Adrenalin]

Really looking forward to seeing this thing come together, its gonna be badass!

You and me both!

Man it feels good to actually see things starting to go in, instead of just getting pulled out. :lol:

[Black_notch]

Haha in is always better than out!

[Adrenalin]

Well ordered my lower control arms, upper control arms and anti-roll bar, but I still need those tires. At this point I'd take some worn out 325 50 15 M/T DRs just as long as they held air, so I could go ahead and order/fit the tubs check clearances etc. Other than the tires, I need to get some coil-overs with brackets. After that, I'll be working on the fuel system so since I'm working at the rearend, I went ahead and removed the stock gas tank and cut out the spare tire well since I will be running a fuel cell.
Here are some pics of the rearend in to get an idea of what I'm looking at but this is with the stock control arms. The pics suck, it was getting dark out and my camera is a cheap one. I tried to lighten it up but I'm not the best with photoshop.

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/4967/rearshot800xgc7.jpg

Here is another crappy pic of the wheel to fender clearance. I still havent rolled the fender lips yet so I think I might be okay. If you look close you can see the driver side fender to wheel clearance is closer than the passenger side fender to wheel clearance. I have bolts pushed in without the nuts so we'll see what the clearance is once I get the new control arms in.

http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/1664/wheelfenderclearance800yf6.jpg

Here is a pic of the spare tire well removed.

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/2880/sparetirewellremoved380oj0.jpg

[Adrenalin]

I bolted the rearend in today with the upr uppers and lowers to see how it would sit. I don't have the coil-overs yet, so I just have a block between the frame and the rearend on each side.

http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/8475/carshots20308004800xtv8.jpg

http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/4602/carshots20308012800xoh6.jpg

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/9905/carshots20308013800xoq3.jpg

http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/4222/carshots20308018800xtz8.jpg

http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/5084/carshots20308034800xbz2.jpg

And one with the Z so it wouldn't get jealous

http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/6092/carshots20308038800xss7.jpg

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/2949/carshots20308044800xcf5.jpg


Here are some pics of my quick clearancing to get the 325 50 15 MT DRs to fit while being tucked slightly. This will get it on the trailer so I can get it to the chassis shop.


http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/2518/carshots20308124800xpa5.jpg

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/121/carshots20308126800xyf6.jpg

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/4051/carshots20308128800xeb7.jpg

http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/7347/carshots20308130800xhl8.jpg

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/4549/carshots20308131800xlo0.jpg

Thanks for looking

[MiDiablo]

Coming along nicely... She looks very purty!

[Tiffiny]

nice

[Strokd85]

looks sick man, best of luck with it...

[Adrenalin]

Man it felt good to actually see it sitting on the ground and off those jack stands!

[351coupe]

What size rims are they?Car is looking very good man!!!

[Adrenalin]

Thanks bro

They are 15x10.75 (bead to bead) or 15x11.75 outside edge to outside edge. That was a suprise lesson I learned when the UPS man brought them! :lol: As far as I knew all rims were measured outside edge to outside edge.

[GNs-r-slow]

Did you narrow the rear or idone w/backspacing?? Car is looking sweet with the new meat!!

[bottlefed93]

Looking sick bro!!!!!

[Scott]

Them some big tires !

Keep us posted with lots of pics..

[franktf]

Looks realy good.....

Here's some Big Fat Tire Rep for Ya.....

[Lumberjack]

that thing is going to look rad

[SmokinS13SR20]

Did you narrow the rear or idone w/backspacing?? Car is looking sweet with the new meat!!
I think it was 2 pages back where he said the rear was narrowed.

Awesome man, she is looking mighty fine :thumbup:

[Adrenalin]

Yea he narrowed it 6 1/2" total so I could run a deeper dish rim.

Thanks for the props yall!

[svtcobra]

Looking killer, can not wait to see it completed. What kind of hood do you have on it? Keep up the great work

[Adrenalin]

The hood is a 4" cowl.. Kaenan, I think? I got it from blue oval about 4 years ago. I appreciate the props bro.


Aside from the tranny and stand alone, the rest should start moving along a little quicker after I get it back from the chassis shop. (well after about a 2 month or so break). The wifey wants to pay off some bills :roll: ...this makes absolutely no sense to me.

[franktf]

Damn bills always seem to get in the way...... :lol:

[864I'DCaprI]

that thing is going to look rad


Rad, FLASHBACK to the 80s!!! TOTALLY DUDE...

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/MustangMike1991/00000000000000000000000000000000-86.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/MustangMike1991/00000000000000000000000000000000-85.gif



Sorry Adrenalin, Had to bust Donnies nards......Your car is looking awsome man, seriously, I love that thing, keep it up, and F the bills who needs electric and alll that crap :nerd: :lol: Ill throw ya some repz mang

[$hawn]

looking good! I can't help but notice everything you have purchased it top quality. I can only imagine what you have invested! (sorry if i just made you think about it) :lol:

again nice job...I can't wait to see it run.

did you figure out the trubo headers with the high ports?

[Adrenalin]

looking good! I can't help but notice everything you have purchased it top quality.

Well, I wouldn't say top quality on everything, but as much as I can without the wifey blowing a gasket! :lol: Seriously tho, I've never had the ability to do this before and honestly, as long as it's taking me, you can tell that I still dont!

I can only imagine what you have invested! (sorry if i just made you think about it) :lol:

Thanks.. :finger: I try not to think about it! :lol:

again nice job...I can't wait to see it run.

did you figure out the trubo headers with the high ports?

Thanks again for the props bro. I wont mess with the headers until I get it ready to set the motor down in the car. But thanks for reminding me of yet another obsticle I keep trying to forget! :D

[$hawn]

Thanks again for the props bro. I wont mess with the headers until I get it ready to set the motor down in the car. But thanks for reminding me of yet another obsticle I keep trying to forget! :D


I was seriously looking in to those same heads. i was hoping you had found a magical fix :D I wanted to hear, "it was easy just get this".....

[Adrenalin]

I think when I get the car back from the chassis shop, I'll work on putting the motor in. I'll let ya know when I do tho. When were you planning on getting a set?

[YBlegal]

in for updates. looks good!

[SmokinS13SR20]

I'll work on putting the motor in.
Wanna race to see who get's their's in sooner?http://i31.tinypic.com/o5svb6.jpg
I am getting my shortblock tonight supposedly.

[Adrenalin]

You'll stomp me.

I called today and ordered my Q1A rear coilover kit and lower brackets. I'm gonna have to wait tho until the weekend after next before he will have room to take in my car. So unless you are gonna wait until after then to put the motor in, you got me beat. ;)

I'll probably go ahead and start putting the pan on and heads on tho in the mean time. I gotta order my head gaskets and studs too.

[Adrenalin]

I put the heads on and used Cometic MLS gaskets and ARP 1/2" head studs.

I needed to know if the plumbing would still fit right with the Hi-Ports, and if the oil drain port would work where I wanted it to be. I was glad to see that everything looks like it's gonna work.

I snapped a few pics

http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/7338/headsboltedonplumbingmoqr7.jpg

http://img148.imageshack.us/img148/6208/headsboltedonplumbingmojn9.jpg

http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/9361/headsboltedonplumbingmogc4.jpg

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[864I'DCaprI]

Damn you!(In a good way!!)!! Thats sooooo sexy!! Great work...Im sure thatll be a beast when shes done. G/L with the rest of the work.. REPPED,,,

[MiDiablo]

Mmmmm, booooooost!

That's sexeh Terry! Wish I was building a turbo car :naughty:

[GNs-r-slow]

Very nice bro!! Who done the side parts? Custom or off the shelf? Thanks

[YBlegal]

Looking good man!

[302andSome]

That rear is pimp! Let me know if it doesn't work out for you..... What trans is bearing the brunt of this beast?

[DRWStanley2002]

Looking good man

[Adrenalin]

Thanks fellas, I can't wait until it's done!

..Who done the side parts? Custom or off the shelf? Thanks

It is an off the shelf kit from HP Performance.

That rear is pimp! Let me know if it doesn't work out for you..... What trans is bearing the brunt of this beast?

The rear better work out! :lol:

As for the tranny,,, (I cringe when I say this),,, I want to run an AODE fully built, manual valve body, brake and everything else that can be done to it to strengthen it up along with a lock-up converter. If that doesn't work out, which I am hoping it will, I'm leaning towards a TH350. Fernando at Transmission Physicians claims that he can build one to withstand 1000hp and will guarantee it for a year.

[YBlegal]

^ good luck on that AODE holding up for very long.... :lol:

but what do i know im just a honda driver... ;)

[Adrenalin]

^ good luck on that AODE holding up for very long.... :lol:

but what do i know im just a honda driver... ;)

Man, keep the negative comments to yourself! J/K but I do hope you're wrong. ;) and tell Mike to call me.

When I first started thinking about this project, I took the car to Sam at Coastal for a base dyno pull (185 rwhp.. Back off Bishes!!). He said he was running an aode from lentech (I'm not sure how radical) and he hasn't had any issues running 8s. This may be an apples to oranges comparison as far as I know. However, since T.P. will guarantee it for a year, I will see how it holds up and if it doesn't work out, I'll have him go through it again and sell it. I'm going to try and make it work. I think I'm more hopefull than I am confident about it, but like I said, I'm still going to try. Wish me luck! :lol:

[YBlegal]

Hey to each his own, I hope it works out good for ya. shouldnt be too long before your able to see for yourself. Good luck with everything!

oh and next time i talk to him ill tell him to give ya a call.

[302andSome]

As for the tranny,,, (I cringe when I say this),,, I want to run an AODE fully built, manual valve body, brake and everything else that can be done to it to strengthen it up along with a lock-up converter. If that doesn't work out, which I am hoping it will, I'm leaning towards a TH350. Fernando at Transmission Physicians claims that he can build one to withstand 1000hp and will guarantee it for a year.

Check out FBperformance they build some prett stout OD tranny's . Good luck man, you've got a beast build goin on.

[GNs-r-slow]

As far as the tranny bro, do the t-350 on the 1st go around.....I dont think youll be driving it daily on long runs and w/turbo set up youll have high gears, so it will still be friendly on "cruises" :D G/L
AOD buiders SAY they can handle the power, but what is questionable is, how long??
T350 w/brake and a PTC converter...

[Scott]

Will clean this one up soon.

[Adrenalin]

Picked the car up today :D and blew out my back. :owned2:

I am very happy with Williams work yet again. This guy suprises the shit out of me with everything he seems to do with my car. I have to post his info since it is rare to find a shop/business that does what they say, does super quality work at a very reasonable price. Bodley Racing and Fabrication - (727) 446-1210 bodleyracing@verizon.net

Here is a list of what he did:

Fabricated and installed the rear portion of the cage in chrom-moly
Custom fit the Double UPR anti-roll bar (I have to get better pics of it)
Fitted full mini-tubs and notched the frame rail
Mounted the upper bar and lower brackets for the rear coilovers
Awesome tin work
Lots of work that I'm not even sure how to labelHere are the pics:

The cage (rear portion, he will finish the rest later after I get the seats and clear out some room under the dash)

http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/7782/cage1ab3.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/8905/cage2fe3.jpg

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/4590/cage3li2.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/9182/cage4ye2.jpg

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/9216/cage5gi7.jpg

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/9453/cage6fs5.jpg

The mini-tubs

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/3664/minitub1xy5.jpg

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/1963/minitub2wm9.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/690/minitub3km6.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/9049/minitub4st8.jpg

The rear suspension


This pic looks like things are crooked but it's just the angle of the camera
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/3567/suspension1af6.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/5996/suspension2qc5.jpg

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/6533/suspension3gz7.jpg

This is how it sits now. He had to raise the height up about 3/4" due to the driveshaft to tunnel clearance. I will have to sit the motor and tranny in to see how it looks and go from there. He may need to make a little room if I want to sit the car down lower.

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/3623/temporaryrideheightjk7.jpg

[864I'DCaprI]

HOLY SHIT :eek: Awsome progress. That car is going to be bad ass...Already is :nerd:

[$hawn]

I hate you.

[YBlegal]

looking good man! if ya want some good pix of the car let me know and i can swing by some time....

[Adrenalin]

Thanks Mike

I want to put the motor in but it looks like I'm gonna have to wait until tomorrow. Just took some meds so I might be feelin a little loopy in a few! :lol:

[**CHRIS**]

Skeet skeet.

:lol:

:cool:

[Adrenalin]

looking good man! if ya want some good pix of the car let me know and i can swing by some time....

Yea, I'll take you up on that once it's painted.

Thanks bro

[864I'DCaprI]

Thanks Mike

I want to put the motor in but it looks like I'm gonna have to wait until tomorrow. Just took some meds so I might be feelin a little loopy in a few! :lol:


Right, hope ya feeling better, im sure in a few mins youll be numb!!! LOL.....

[YBlegal]

not a problem....just let me know....im tied of taking pix of my own stuff all the time.. :lol:

[302andSome]

Man that rear looks great.

[chevy eater]

awesome,maybe I'll make it this far with my car one day.
looks great

[YBlegal]

^ Kevin?

[chevy eater]

yep,that's me

[YBlegal]

thought so.... btw i commented on your build...

[Iraq&Roll]

Looks very nice!

[Adrenalin]

Thanks guys


I got my intake in today. Here is the intake and some turbo plumbing mocked up and in the car. Man, you just don't know, I feel like a kid at Christmas! I still got a long way to go, but it seems like it has come a long way in the last several weeks.

http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/7592/motorinintakeonsometurbdu5.jpg

Edit: adding pic with some valve covers I borrowed from a friend. I was curious to see if it would keep the intake from looking so tall.

http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/7828/addeddougsvalvecoverstobj0.jpg

[Gooser]

Sexy as fuhk

[YBlegal]

:thumbup:

[MiDiablo]

Wow, coming along quickly bud! Keep it up!

This may be a silly question; but why is it that the metal work (most) seems to only be tack welded? Also, is that cage going to be certifiable/legal? Just looks a little different than what I'm used to seeing.

[YBlegal]

^ if you do a solid bead then the sheet metal will warp. thats why they tack weld it.

[franktf]

Picked the car up today :D and blew out my back. :owned2:

I am very happy with Williams work yet again. This guy suprises the shit out of me with everything he seems to do with my car. I have to post his info since it is rare to find a shop/business that does what they say, does super quality work at a very reasonable price. Bodley Racing and Fabrication - (727) 446-1210 bodleyracing@verizon.net

Here is a list of what he did:

Fabricated and installed the rear portion of the cage in chrom-moly
Custom fit the Double UPR anti-roll bar (I have to get better pics of it)
Fitted full mini-tubs and notched the frame rail
Mounted the upper bar and lower brackets for the rear coilovers
Awesome tin work
Lots of work that I'm not even sure how to labelHere are the pics:

The cage (rear portion, he will finish the rest later after I get the seats and clear out some room under the dash)

http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/7782/cage1ab3.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/8905/cage2fe3.jpg

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/4590/cage3li2.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/9182/cage4ye2.jpg

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/9216/cage5gi7.jpg

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/9453/cage6fs5.jpg

The mini-tubs

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/3664/minitub1xy5.jpg

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/1963/minitub2wm9.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/690/minitub3km6.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/9049/minitub4st8.jpg

The rear suspension


This pic looks like things are crooked but it's just the angle of the camera
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/3567/suspension1af6.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/5996/suspension2qc5.jpg

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/6533/suspension3gz7.jpg

This is how it sits now. He had to raise the height up about 3/4" due to the driveshaft to tunnel clearance. I will have to sit the motor and tranny in to see how it looks and go from there. He may need to make a little room if I want to sit the car down lower.

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/3623/temporaryrideheightjk7.jpg

It's really starting to come together..... Looking Good..... :D

[slow poke]

FRIGGIN AWESOME !!!!!! :bigthumb:

[Adrenalin]

This may be a silly question; but why is it that the metal work (most) seems to only be tack welded? Also, is that cage going to be certifiable/legal? Just looks a little different than what I'm used to seeing.

^ if you do a solid bead then the sheet metal will warp. thats why they tack weld it.

Yea, what ^^ said. You probably wont see it once I put the seam sealer on and paint it. As for the cage, when I get my seats mounted and get some space cleared under the dash, he is going to finish it. He said it will certify to 8.50 then, so that should be all of the cage I'll ever need and then some.


Thanks y'all!

I think I'm going to try and get the spacer cut down some so the intake doesn't sit as high. I mean it sits high anyway, but I think without having the valve covers on and fuel rails it just makes it look that much taller.

Edit: added a pic on the engine bay with valve covers to see if it would make the intake not look as big.

[351coupe]

The car is turning out really badass bro:bigthumb: I can't wait till mine gets there,must be a really good feeling.

[Adrenalin]

The car is turning out really badass bro:bigthumb: I can't wait till mine gets there,must be a really good feeling.

Thanks man! It is a good feeling and scary too. I've always wanted to build this and it's now happening, even tho I was starting to think that it never would. I still got a long way to go, but it's starting to shape up.

[Iraq&Roll]

Great giant hood needed Batman. Do not cut a thing... How far will the intake piping go and what sort of hood did you have in mind?

BTW the car is looking great. Might want to talk about a chute when you go back for the rest of the cage. That T-76 will take you well into the 9's.

Do not forget the diaper on the driver mod when you take it to the track. JFWY!

[chevy eater]

Do not forget the diaper on the driver mod when you take it to the track. JFWY!


that's some funny shit:lol: repped

[Adrenalin]

Great giant hood needed Batman. Do not cut a thing... How far will the intake piping go and what sort of hood did you have in mind?

BTW the car is looking great. Might want to talk about a chute when you go back for the rest of the cage. That T-76 will take you well into the 9's.

Do not forget the diaper on the driver mod when you take it to the track. JFWY!

LOL,
(note to self: grab some xxxl Pull Ups!)

I have a 4" cowl atm and it doesn't look like it's gonna clear. I still need to bolt up the tranny to see how everything will truely sit. Also, I will be running a Fox style tb, so I'll have to see about getting some piping fabbed up to fit. I'll wait on that tho, I think I'll be going with a different turbo.

As for the 9s, I've seen people do it, and everyone says it "should" do it, but honestly, I'll just be happy when it's running and if it does eventually go nines that will just be icing on the cake!

[$hawn]

As for the 9s, I've seen people do it, and everyone says it "should" do it, but honestly, I'll just be happy when it's running and if it does eventually go nines that will just be icing on the cake!

OMG it better run 9s...lol it's mini tubbed :D

[Adrenalin]

OMG it better run 9s...lol it's mini tubbed :D

Fat tire hater! :finger:





:D

[Iraq&Roll]

Maybe look into some limiters on the front suspension just in case. Not saying it's going to try and stand on the bumper..... But it would suck if it went up and you let off smashing your k member and oil pan.

My car couldn't get air under the front tires in a Dukes of Hazard movie. But yours should.

[Adrenalin]

Thanks a ton Rich!

Rich gave me The Wheel, from JW for my setup. It's basically a stronger SFI 164 tooth flexplate. On it is an adapter for a GM conversion, I am told. If the 4r70w doesn't hold up, I'll be needing it. Here is a pic:

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/1731/thewheelbyjwqr5.jpg

Thanks again Rich!

Thanks to Kevin (chevy eater) as well, for picking it up for me! I really appreciate it guys!




Other than that, I've ordered my tranny(4r70w) and converter, which I'm not certain what I want the stall to be (I'm thinking about 3500). It should be about 3-4 weeks or so before I get them.

I've also gotten a set of Corbeaus from a buddy that he had in his T/A. I'll post some pics of those later.

[5.0mustangshow]

sexiest mustang in the world

[MiDiablo]

Awesome Terry, looks like I wasn't the only one making forward progress today ;) :bigthumb:

[KAILUAZ]

The car looks killer! Cant wait to see it done.

[chevy eater]

I can't wait for it either,and it's not mine lmao
sweet ride he's got

[Adrenalin]

Thanks fellas and I'm jealous that your car is running Kevin! :crack: :D

[351coupe]

Man your car looks sick dude!!!

[Adrenalin]

Thanks bro.


Here is a pic of one of the Corbeaus:

http://img369.imageshack.us/img369/2172/corbeausfromstephencropnw6.jpg

[MiDiablo]

Man your car parts love you... You give every one of them the red carpet treatment!! :lol:

[chevy eater]

Man your car parts love you... You give every one of them the red carpet treatment!! :lol:

that's a good one:lol:

[Adrenalin]

That is funny!


I have a few small rolls that I use to lay on rather than the concrete. It sucks tho, cuz it's pretty easy to fall asleep under the car! :dunce:

[C ME WRKD]

i like it deffinaly keep us posted with more pics and new add ons

[Iraq&Roll]

Been off the radar for a few weeks. What trans and who is building it? What did you decide for lifters?

[Adrenalin]

It's a SilverFox transmission. He comes highly recommended. The transmission is a 4R70W with a man v/b w/brake and I'm going to chance a lock-up setup. I've been a little indecisive on a few things but this is the latest. Dan has put up with it thus far with no complaints! :lol:

As for the lifters (Still probably going with FMS), I decided to save the money and spend it on the trans/converter and get back to the lifters, girdle, valve covers etc. and stuff later.

So, are you staying safe over there bro?

[Iraq&Roll]

Sounds like a good plan to me. I would love to have a lock-up t/c. It should really trap some mph. Can XFI control the t/c?
I am going to be done with this contract in early June. I want to fish the Tarpon Roundup and that means the cars will be neglected all summer.

[Adrenalin]

Sounds like a good plan to me. I would love to have a lock-up t/c. It should really trap some mph. Can XFI control the t/c?
I am going to be done with this contract in early June. I want to fish the Tarpon Roundup and that means the cars will be neglected all summer.

I'm not sure what the extent of the capabilities of the XFI, but Lock-up will be on a button and only for cruising. I'm not supposed to use lock-up when I'm racing. I was going to use the beaumann unit which would control the trannys shift at whatever set rpm up and down as well as program lockup as well, but I keep hearing mixed stories on using an automatic vb vs a manual so I'll just go manual. If the tranny holds up with a manual vb then later on sometime, I might try the automatic vb, but that would be way way down the road.

I hear ya, it's been a long time since I've done any salt water fishing.

[Drewster]

Damn!! Nice work.

[Adrenalin]

Damn!! Nice work.

Thanks bro!



Thanks to Josh for getting me motivated to work on the stang some with all the cage painting talk. I prepped, primed, seam-sealed and painted in between the frame-rails where the new metalwork is and also added undercoating to the tubs. I didn't get any pics of the finished tubs cause I was too lazy to take the wheels off for pics. :mullet:

http://img182.imageshack.us/img182/2622/sealedprimeredpaintedunfd9.jpg


And a pic with the hood on. I am suprised that the hood shut with the intake sitting on. It has to be super close under there, it's hard to tell how close it is. It may touch with gaskets on. The true test will be when the tranny bolts in and if it tilts the motor some.


http://img372.imageshack.us/img372/3876/hoodonandsatbackdowncrolx7.jpg


I might see about lowering the rear of the car a little more, but I'm not sure how the clearance between the axle tubes and frame rails will work if I go any lower. I don't want the two to hit if I go over a set of rail-road tracks or a dip in the road or something.

[MiDiablo]

:naughty: :poon:

[KAILUAZ]

Looks clean!

[Adrenalin]

Thanks guys

One day at the time... Wendy needs to quit posting how her car is always running!!!! :mad:








:lol:

[ModularKings]

Looking good

[GNs-r-slow]

I'm not supposed to use lock-up when I'm racing

Do they say not to use the lockup because it wont tranny or converter wont take the abuse? Not sure about the Ford lockups but on GN guys love the lock up w/ good converter. Most guys would set up in chip or manul button to lock up sooner than factory specs to take away the "slip" of converter and let the snail do the pullin. It actually keeps the heat down in the tranny.Like I & R was saying picks up MPH on the big end. Nice job on the under carrige detail

[franktf]

It's looking good Terry..... :D

[Adrenalin]

Since I got my SilverFox tranny and Dirty Dog converter in here are some pics:

These pics are some Dan took during assembly. Yeah, I already ribbed him about the date being wrong.
http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/5604/dscn15781internals1ji2.jpg

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/4415/dscn15791internals2vd0.jpg

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/5118/dscn15801internals3bz5.jpg

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/9993/dscn15811internals4mx5.jpg

http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/7037/dscn15832internals5az3.jpg

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/3065/dscn1591internals6ip5.jpg

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/3360/dscn1590housing1eh6.jpg

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/6020/dscn1592housing2ve0.jpg

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/1507/dscn1593housing3jz2.jpg

[Adrenalin]

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/3930/trannyconverterflexplatug6.jpg

http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/1353/trannyconverterflexplatbr8.jpg

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/2999/trannyconverterflexplatjk3.jpg

SilverFox Tranny info:

1000hp ULTRA Performance 4R70W: This trans comes completely assembled with:
RAYBESTOSE BLUE RACING Clutches, all STAMPED STEEL DRUMS, 2" HIGH CARBON PERFORMACE OD Band, MECH DIODE, 8 Dirrect clutches, 7 Forward clutches, 4 Intermediate clutches,
Transbrake capable 4 clutch reverse, 2.7" OD SERVO with sealed pin and comes with
MANY INTERNAL LUBE MODS including several that I have pioneered myself.
TAILSHAFT LUBE circuit, WELDED SUN GEAR SHELL, 300M HARD INPUT SHAFT
are included. This trans has special machined drums to accomidate more clutches. The valve body is a PA Manual VB with Brake.

Dirty Dog converter info:

The stall should be about 4000 but I wasn't sure as to a HP number to tell him so we will see how it does and adjust it as needed.

I asked Alan (Dirty Dog) for some info on the converter he was buiding for me and here was his reply:

The front cover I use is a very thick billet piece. the down side is it is heavier than other companies covers, but it is also much stronger.
The lockup piston I use is a fully billet piece which is about 4 times as thick as what PI uses and also larger in diameter giving more clutch surface area and stronger hold. The PI lockup piston is a thin plate of steel welded on to a stock early design (ford updated it in 96 due to too many lockup shudder problems) piston.
The turbine I use is a 9.5 GM which is the same as any of the aftermarket companies use. I then send this to be furnace brazed for strength. PI does this as well. Most other companies do not. I then tig weld the tips to make the component virtually indestructible.
The spline is then fully welded into this piece and I only use hardened splines to prevent spline strippage.
The next component is the stator. This is the serious upgrade to this converter. PI uses the stock GM roller clutch as do most companies. I am replacing this component with a much stronger roller clutch because I fear your power would break that stock component.
The pump is done as the turbine is I have them furnace brazed. If I make stall changes to them I tig the tips as well. Usually the braze is sufficient to hold these just fine.

[YBlegal]

nice man. goodluck with it. :thumbup:

[franktf]

That is one butt ugly converter..... :crack: It better work good if it looks like that.....:lol: :lol: :lol:


That be some badazz shizit.....:D

[Adrenalin]

Don't lie, you know you like it! You just PMed me saying you wanted to Paint your car that color...






:finger:

[LS1COUPE]

that is coming along nicely.

did the flexplate work out for you?

[franktf]

Don't lie, you know you like it! You just PMed me saying you wanted to Paint your car that color...






:finger:


Oh yeah, I'm gonna go down to the local paint supply and just :puke: on the counter, then ask if they can match that..... :D



:finger: right back at ya.....

[LS1COUPE]

Oh yeah, I'm gonna go down to the local paint supply and just :puke: on the counter, then ask if they can match that..... :D



:finger: right back at ya.....



Just dont go the girl lumberjack did, it will look like :monkspk: instead of :puke:

[franktf]

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Adrenalin]

that is coming along nicely.

did the flexplate work out for you?


Hopefully I will get a chance sometime this week. We're on vacation this week but hitting nearly every theme park around. Thanks again for the hookup on the flexplate bro! :headbang:

[chevy eater]

glad to see you got the tranny,looks good

[Tiffiny]

progress love this build

[Iraq&Roll]

Any new developments?

[Stealth Mode]

let me drive it!!! lol jk. looks good

[YBlegal]

wheres the updates? :thumbup: