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  1. MikeR351w

    Anti-theft - Kill switch...

    I have an 87 LX 5.0 that I just put a Vortech V-1 blower on and many other aftermarket goodies. Due to this, I want to install a kill switch in the column. I was thinking that I could wire the kill switch into the ignition switch, since it has two wires (if I recall) going to it. I would...
  2. MikeR351w

    05 Mustang radio in Fox Body stang...

    Has anyone ever put an 05' radio in a fox body mustang? I know that it would be a custom job, but I was wondering if anyone has done it successfully. Thanks!
  3. MikeR351w

    Oil Pan Gasket: Safest/Easiest way to jack up engine...

    I have a 93 LX 5.0 with an automatic transmission. Currently the car is supported on jack stands and the two engine mount bolts and the two transmission mount bolts are removed. I need to know the easiest way to the MOST access (yes I realize I cannot remove the oil pan) to all of the pan...
  4. MikeR351w

    Best thread sealant for Head Gasket bolts...

    I am in the process of replacing my drivers side head gasket. The gasket itself did not go bad, I just had to remove the head b/c I broke a bolt off in it :mad: Does anyone swear by a particular brand or type of thread sealant for the lower bolts? I bought new bolts from Autozone (Fel Pro)...
  5. MikeR351w

    HP Guess & Head gasket VS Vortech supercharger...

    I will not run the Blower until I have upgraded my stock 88lph fuel pump.... Would this pump hold up? Should I get a 190 or 255????
  6. MikeR351w

    HP Guess & Head gasket VS Vortech supercharger...

    Hello, I have a 93 LX 5.0L and I am installing a V-1 Vortech supercharger on this car. Its a long story, but a lower intake bolt broke off on the driver's side head and I now have it drilled out and ready to re-install back on the car. It is a factory E7 head and I bought the Fel Pro gasket...
  7. MikeR351w

    Heads up! Swapping to GT40P's. Need info...

    Hello, I have a 93 LX 5.0 with a Edlebrock Perf. RPM II intake, unsure if it has a cam in it (People tell me it does by the sound of the engine), gutted exhaust (H-pipe) and under-drive pulleys. I currently have the stock heads. When swapping out the heads for GT40P's, what else do I...
  8. MikeR351w

    GT-40 heads HP increase...

    Thanks for all the responses! I can buy them for $125. The only problem is they have bent intake valves, so I would have to buy new valves and get them installed. Anyone know how much this costs??? Would this make me have to buy new pushrods, lifters, etc??? Thanks... :SNSign:
  9. MikeR351w

    GT-40 heads HP increase...

    Hello, I have a 93 LX 5.0 with a Edlebrock Perf. RPM II intake, a mild cam, gutted exhaust (H-pipe) and underdrive pulleys. Does anyone have a clue as to how much HP switching over to GT-40 heads would give me? I currently have the stock heads. Just curious as I have founds some for sale...
  10. MikeR351w

    Head removal :)

    Thanks for the reply. I am already that far. I am removing the head because a bolt snapped off in the head while preparing for a Edlebrock RPM II intake. So I dont have to touch any of the valve bolts?
  11. MikeR351w

    Head removal :)

    Hello, I have a 93 LX 5.0, with an auto trans. I am currently in the process of removing the drivers side head. I currently have the bolts to the header removed, the plug wires removed, the valve cover removed and the rear thermactor passage tube removed. Question: If I just removed...
  12. MikeR351w

    Distributor removal help/how to on 93 LX 5.0

    Thanks so much guys! You have been a huge help! :SNSign:
  13. MikeR351w

    Distributor removal help/how to on 93 LX 5.0

    Does anyone have any tips or a "how to" remove your distributor on a 93 LX 5.0? I am in the process of removing my intake and swapping it out and I need to removed my distributor in order to get enough clearance to take it out. How do you remove it without messing up my timing.???
  14. MikeR351w

    Shiny black wire loom: where do you buy it???

    Does anyone know where you can buy "Shiny black wire loom???" I see it on all the show cars, but no one sells it. You can paint it because it will just peel off. Anyone know??? Mike
  15. MikeR351w

    Intake removal...

    Does anyone have a "how to" on this subject? Do I need to implement all the EGR equipment? I currently have no smog pump, cat's, evaporative fuel system canister, and all the tubing and equipment that runs along with the smog pump. How do you block off the rusted tube that comes off the...
  16. MikeR351w

    HP Gain? Flex fan...

    Oops! I meant to say, ELECTRIC fan. Whats the best fan controller? I dont want to have all the same issues that everyone seems to be having with their efans...
  17. MikeR351w

    HP Gain? Flex fan...

    Anyone guess how much HP at the tire you can gain from upgrading to an electric fan? I already have a 200amp alternator... just wondering b/c I am going to buy one... :Track:
  18. MikeR351w

    Throttle body stuck!

    I got the throttle body off with a ton of effort. It made a pop sound when it came off. The problem I have now is that the spacer wont come off! I have three of the studs moving free, but the lower left hand corner is STUCK! I hit it with a rubber mallet, pryed, and have done everything I...
  19. MikeR351w

    Throttle body stuck!

    Great idea! One stud worked and I stripped another :( Its really on there!!! I will get it... "It will be mine... Oh, yes...it will be mine" -Wayne (Waynes World) :SNSign: