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  1. DW5.0L

    Rebuild snag!

    I have run in to a problem with my rebuild. The stock EGR spacer would not come off of the upper intake. The machine shop used heat and even soaked it in the tank. They had to basically beat it off and its toast. Also, the 4 studs are shot. The throttle body came off with no problem. Ford says...
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    what intake would u choose with AFR 165 heads

    I'd go with the Edelbrock. AFM did a intake shootout. It scored highest for HP and tied for 3rd in TQ. But you couldn't go wrong with a GT-40 either. Get the best for the dollars you can afford to spend.
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    Whats best way to check if engine is worn out?

    I got 197,200 miles on my stock engine. I just had it rebuilt. The bearings were just about shot, but all else was in great shape. I changed my oil and kept it tuned right constantly. So all things being equal, you should have some mileage left. A compression test will go a long way towards...
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    What fluid is recommended for a WC T5? Would I be ok with Redline?

    I would stick with ATF. Thats what most of the builders recommend, as does the manual. Gear oil can ruin your T-5. Happened to mine a long time ago when some idiot at a quick lube put some in it. Here's a quote from fordmuscle.com: "Synthetic ATF First of all don't use anything but ATF...
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    4-throttlebody/EGR studs?

    Thanks, does anyone know where I can just get the studs. I don't need the gaskets. But this might be the only option.
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    4-throttlebody/EGR studs?

    I need new ones. Where can I get some? Dealer says that they are obsolete. Mine are stripped and not easily coming out of the upper intake. I am in the process of having the engine reassembled. Thanks.
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    88gt Terrible idle and real rich

    Man that is a strange set of symptoms related to a speedo cable swap. Especially if the car ran great before touching it. Make sure all plug and cap wires are snug. Check the timing and or compression. If all checks out good, pour some SEAFOAM in that pony and decarbon the engine and clean the...
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    How hard is it to remove the dash???

    I plan on doing it. Got a bunch of stuff to replace and it will be easier with the dash off. I'll have to get back as to how much fun it was. No doubt it might be low on the RPM scale of difficulty but very high on the PITA factor. No wonder it cost so much for heater core labor.
  9. DW5.0L

    my car will not idle below 1500rpm!!! help

    What about the TPS being out of adjustment? That can cause a high idle.
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    What Oil weight to use?

    I use 20W50 and just rebuilt the engine at 197K. The manual says to use either 10W30 or 10W40 depending on temperature.
  11. DW5.0L

    Florida T5 Rebuild-Shops?

    Astro is great! Just got back from their warehouse with my T5. They put in new bearings, rings, steel bearing retainer and a tailshaft bushing. I dropped it off at 8:30 AM and it was done by 11:30 AM. Can't wait to put it in the car once the engine is assembled. Tony and Jerry are good guys...
  12. DW5.0L

    tokico vs kyb shocks

    KY-B's are cheaper. I have replaced my OEM's with there products several times over 197,000 miles. There a fine replacement. Especially if you have to put mod money elsewhere.
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    Locking header bolts?

    Good point. With 197,000 miles my OEM headers never leaked. Looks like those bolt kits aren't needed. I will make sure the flanges are true. What about a Mr Gasket cooper gasket? Is that unecessary as well?
  14. DW5.0L

    Locking header bolts?

    Thanks.
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    Locking header bolts?

    What is the right underhead length needed, 1.000 or .75? I am going to put on my BBK shorites and have learned after reading numerous threads that the bolts are junk. I am looking at the FMS or Stage 8 locking bolt sets. E7 heads on my block.
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    hose kits: FMS or Good year?

    5.0 resto offers a black kit for $59 with clamps. I am going with the Blue HD hoses. I don't want to be changing hoses again anytime soon. Neither kit is bad, considering the quality of the clamps and the price is not much more than the typical parts store fair. Get a kit that fits right out the...
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    ACT sensor from Ford vs ACT sensor from Pep-boys

    Autoparts brand are fine. New Ford one is like $40. I got a GP Sorenson from AdavnceAutoParts. Works fine.
  18. DW5.0L

    Simple Question.

    Your bolts should be fine. I think you'll need 12 or 14mm.
  19. DW5.0L

    Good place to pick up flywheel bolts?

    Get some new dowel pins so you don't chatter also. FRPP makes a kit with bolts and dowels.
  20. DW5.0L

    Florida T5 Rebuild-Shops?

    Just got an email from them. They charge $150 + parts. Sounds like a good deal to me. Appreciate the tip.
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