bigjohnsondohc
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Thanks. Only update now is that I purchased a stock k member for a 4.6, starting tomorrow I am pulling the 5.slow out
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my 89 4v build thread
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bigjohnsondohc
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pulled the motor out yesterday and then it started raining. Tomorrow I will have the t5 out and start prepping the engine bay and possibly paint the k member I got for the swap
Progress is always good to see.
bigjohnsondohc
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Just a little update, I pulled the tranny and then wire wheel and powerwashed the engine bay. Its nice clearing out all the grime and seeing 3 different colors through the engine bay. Besides that, it took me 15 min to remove 3 bolts that held the a arms for the 4.6 k member and 3 hours to remove the last bolt which was nice. Now that is apart, I can start removing the 302 k member and mocking up the 4.6 one.
here it is after being powerwashed and the wire wheel
Riding high with no motor or tranny
here it is after being powerwashed and the wire wheel
Riding high with no motor or tranny
89stang4.6
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any updates on this build
bigjohnsondohc
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unfortunately nothing much has been happening recently. Hopefully within the next week I can strip out the 302 k member and fit the 4.6 k member in it.
bigjohnsondohc
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Thanks man, doing a donor is what I should have done. I would rather just swap the entire wire harness over and have everything else readily available.
Zasada831
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What backspacing wheels did you have to use in order to fit the sn95 rear in the fox? i have a good rear just not sure what kind of backspacing is needed to properly tuck the tires under the fender lip...?
bigjohnsondohc
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its just a stock back spacing for sn95 rims. Although the tires are just 275's, I did roll the rear fenders for good measure but overall I'm happy with the look of it.
As far as an update, I removed the timing chains, reinstalled the crank sprockets and followed the ford assembly and the stupid chain is still binding on the bottom. I literally dont have a clue now, it was spinning perfectly before I removed the timing chain. Its just frustrating and time consuming because I could start transferring the motor onto the 4.6 k member
As far as an update, I removed the timing chains, reinstalled the crank sprockets and followed the ford assembly and the stupid chain is still binding on the bottom. I literally dont have a clue now, it was spinning perfectly before I removed the timing chain. Its just frustrating and time consuming because I could start transferring the motor onto the 4.6 k member
Any chance you have access to a bore scope?
bigjohnsondohc
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Finally got the ball rolling on this again. My biggest holdup was the motor. After replacing the oil pump, I had the toughest time finding someone to realign the timing chains/cams. Found someone local to finally do it. In the meantime, I have purchased a Exedy Clutch kit, new flywheel, complete hydroboost setup, new high torque starter, Aeromotive Fuel pump and I made an order for the Ron Francis Telorvek wiring kit (should be here in about 3 weeks). In the mean time, I have assembled most of the motor and this weekend I will be installing the hydroboost and hopefully mocking up the new SN95 k-member for it. If anyone is looking for replacement bolts for a 4 valve motor, I highly suggest looking into Pro Weld Performance Parts. They specialize in any bolt you need for a 4 valve motor (I just purchased flywheel bolts, water pump pulley, transmission, motor mount and idler pulley bolts), makes everything so much easier. I should be uploading pictures later on.
I love my Exedy Clutch. I went with a stage two and am glad, as the stang has gone to daily driver duty. I have never used Ron Francis, so please post up a ton of pics. Wiring is always the hardest part for most builders. If you have a link to Pro Weld, post it up in your build thread.
bigjohnsondohc
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Thanks! From everything I have heard, Ron Francis wiring is just a plug and play deal. Supposed to be painless.
bigjohnsondohc
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Slight update, yesterday I spent most of the day removing the 5.0 k member and putting in the SN95 k member and swapping the a arms, steering rack and brakes to the new k member. Should have it back on it’s wheels by tomorrow night
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bigjohnsondohc
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Of course it is not back on its wheels yet. I finally got the new flywheel and clutch installed then bolted the transmission up to the motor (went with a stock T45). I also received a PA Performance high torque mini starter, bolted that up and finally got my Ron Francis wiring kit in the mail. I must say, I am very impressed. Everything is clearly labeled and the instructions are very straight forward. Well worth the money.
bigjohnsondohc
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I am digging the little touches. The sticker on the valve cover and the Hurst shifter handle are sweet.