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  1. jgfiveoh

    boss 302 block

    the R302 still costs more because it is not cast by ford but rather an outside contractor. the new boss block will be cast by ford.
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    93 LX 5 speed.......what gears come factory?

    according to my book, M is a 2.73 ratio w/traction-lok. Z would be the 3.08 traction-lok
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    I got gremlins

    EVR is on the backside of the passenger side strut tower. it controls the vaccum signal to the EGR valve. did u get any Engine Running codes when u dumped codes? i have gotten several codes that only the ER will dump not KOEO, that showed me problems with the EGR and related smog systems
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    I got gremlins

    i'm starting to wonder if it has something to do with the EGR system besides the actual EGR valve. possibly the EVR or other associated EGR control type pieces?
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    Plug gap

    i think the turbocoupes and and svo's run a plug gap in the .030" range
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    Spark plugs dont fit in new engine!!

    model year part #/casting 1979-80(1) d9ae-6049-aa 82-84 85 e5ae-6049-ca 86 e6ae-6049-aa (2) 87-93 HO e7te-6049-pa (3) e5te-6049-pa...
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    I got gremlins

    i'm not trying to go over ground you may have already covered but you might remove your ACT and ECT sensors and clean the connections as well as the sensors themselves. i had an ECT sensor throw my A/F into the 15:1 range on the dyno once but this was at WOT and not where u seem to be having...
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    need help fast!!!

    thanks for the help guys, i did use that torque sequence JR, but i just ended up going throught the sequence about 15-20 times (slight exaggeration) until none of the bolts moved anymore. i've done the lower about five times total now by the book but part of me thought there was a "secret trick"...
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    need help fast!!!

    before the rtv dries, do i go throught the lower intake sequence one time only (while torqing to 24 ft lbs) or do i go through it until all the bolts are torqued evenly?
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    motor mounts

    yup, most only go in one way with the pin. also the bolts go in towards the back of the k member---just in case u are still havin trouble. good luck!
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    school me on head studs

    i'm needing to get some arp head studs. 7/16" w/washers for windsor style heads. i've narrowed it down to a four choices: 1) hex head stud 2) 12 point stud 3) hex head undercut stud 4) 12 pt undercut stud. what is the difference between regular and undercut? does undercut make them stronger...
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    Fun Ford Weekend Topeka

    you probably won't find much of a street scene except if you want to go beat up on some ricers there are plenty of them out on wanamaker rd. i second the babydolls, lol! there be some hotties in there. hope to see as many of you guys as possible!
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    Fun Ford Weekend Topeka

    venom, its possible. i have met several guys around here with nice cobras. i think only one or two red ones although i'm not very good remembering names. there are quite a few nice foxes running around topeka and i often have to give chase just so i can hear them take off, lol. i really want...
  14. jgfiveoh

    93 Cobra Gear?

    the 5.0 tech reference and performance guide book says that it came with only the standard t-5's rear gear ratio: 3.08 traction lock
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    Fun Ford Weekend Topeka

    All who live anywhere near Topeka, Kansas sound off if you are going to the 2nd annual FFW at Heartland Park Topeka! We need the support of fellow stangers and ford enthusiasts to keep this event alive and help it grow into an all out ford spectacle! The event is sept 8,9,10. friday the...
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    Topeka Fun Ford Event

    im hoping that its a lot bigger this year. it should be b/c they have been advertising alot recently as compared to last year. everyone who can make it should definitely go. the more people that come the bigger it gets each year, and before long it might be one of the largest shows in the...
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    t04e hybrid write-ups

    what kind of turbo setup would recommend for a stock 2.3L. give me a low end(basic) and the high end(bells and whistles like intercooler) setup not just a cheap vs $$$. he needs to replace his garret t-3 the bearing is shot and there is shaft play. what at least is a good start for performance...
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    t04e hybrid write-ups

    i have a friend that has an 86 turbocoupe. he just bought a t04e hybrid from "xs power" he is having problems with it because he thought it was a direct bolt on and i've been helping him with things that he needs to change. i'm not to sharp on turbos so i was wondering if someone with experience...
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    opinions on dual electric fans setup

    what about the 3018 and 3018E integral fan kits on dccontrol.com? are these the Mark VIII fans?