Frankenstein T-5 Waggin' Chronicle (vast doesnt do it)

[88MercWagon]

You're right about that!!

Uhh...wow. I guess this is why you pick up about 30HP just switching headers.

[Freshmeat]

Okay. I came up with an idea. Tell me if this is crazy...
Grind off the lower bolt on each mount. Use the top two bolts, then lay a legitimate weld on the lower edge of the mount. If I'd ever need to change them (which I highly doubt) I could grind off the weld and repeat the procedure.
Opinions?

[seneeb]

I'm not 100% sure but wouldnt that transmit more engine vibration to the rest of the vehicle?

[Freshmeat]

I don't really know... hadn't looked at the design since I came up with the idea. If it's the top plate I'd be welding, then yes... if it's the bottom plate, then no.

[Mercracer]

That would work fine.

[DuceAnAHalf]

I made solid mounts for mine. It does not vibrate too bad. The passenger side only has the two upper bolts.

[gadget73]

I dont really see why welding the lower edge would make it vibrate more than the bolt would. Go for it. Just be aware you're pretty much gonna have to remove the engine to change the thing if you ever want to in the future.

[Freshmeat]

Frankenstein T-5 Waggin' Chronicle (vast doesnt do it)

Okay, guys. I need to make a final list of what is left to be done, so here it is. If you have things to add that you're not sure I've done, feel free to do so. I REALLY need to get this thing in and running so I can smoke NA's dyno numbers!
This list will be updated as I remember forgotten things and accomplish tasks on the list.

Reinstall lower control arms
Install AFPR
Change motor mounts
Remove smog pump hoses
Install bellhousing onto transmission
Install clutch fork
Install throw-out bearing
Install new clutch pedal shaft bushings
Make template for clutch cable opening
Cut clutch cable opening
Install new pedal covers on clutch and brake pedals
Permanently remove the rest of column shifter equipment (cut-off wheel)
Remove old brake booster
Remove old pedal assembly
Install flywheel
Install clutch
Install pilot bearing
Set engine in bay
Install transmission
Measure hole for shifter
Remove transmission
Cut hole for shifter
Install transmission
Install shifter
Hook up clutch cable
Adjust clutch cable
Bolt up accessories
Install belts
Install oil filter and oil
Go buy two upper intake bolts
Install radiator/fan/shroud
Locate/Purchase/Install driveshaft
Run vacuum lines
Install upper intake
Hook up wires
Install EGR/throttle body
Hook up starter


Fill transmission
Have new header flanges welded to the exhaust pipes
Replace kinked fuel line
Install spark plug wires (saving them for last)

Crank dat bish!

[Freshmeat]

Things I need to purchase:
Vacuum hoses
Clutch pedal shaft bushings
Intake bolts
Belts
Oil Filter
Quart of oil (one disappeared)
ATF

[Freshmeat]

I know this has been asked a million times, but does anyone have the part number laying around for the short belt (smog pump delete)? I know I've asked a couple of times, but I can't find what threads had the number.

[89LincolnTWNcar]

its in the tech article section on the 1st page its 560K6

[Freshmeat]

Awesome- thanks!
(I suck at searching anything.)

[gadget73]

Might need to steal 2 of the studs from your lopo intake that hold the throttle body in place to replace the super long ones the Explorer elbow uses.

[Freshmeat]

Ooh- good thinking, Gadget. I forgot to even think about that, man. Thanks!

[Grand Marquis GT]

I am pretty sure the Oil Filter you need is a Motorcraft PH300...