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  1. 86lxhatch

    T5..questions

    It depends on what your budget looks like and how much work you are willing to do. If you got a really good deal on it, I would use it just to get the car going until I had enough $ to get a good trans. suited for what you're gonna use it for down the road...I'm in the same boat you're in...I'm...
  2. 86lxhatch

    Another T-5 question

    Obviously this is my first time with this, but I need some basic info. This I know sounds dumb, but what year t-5 should I be looking for? I see a lot of them for 94 and up...also what bellhousing should I be looking for? I need something that will bolt right up, using the driveshaft and...
  3. 86lxhatch

    connecting rod question

    The pistons came as a weight matched set. I understand I need to match the rod weight...do the rods have to be weight matched to the pistons, or is it that all the components(rods, pistons) together need to weigh the same? I hope this makes sense...I think I'm starting to confuse myself!!
  4. 86lxhatch

    Another T-5 question

    Is it possible to get a 4 or 6 cylinder t-5, rebuild it with v-8 sized gearing and synchros, and change the input shaft? Would that work? I am on a budget and can't afford $1000 + for a tranny, but would like to think it is possible for around $500 or so...
  5. 86lxhatch

    Another T-5 question

    So I've been looking everywhere(Ebay, local paper, etc.) for a used t-5 for my 306, but haven't been able to find any. Do you guys know where a good place is to find one for my mustang? I can find them for the 4 and 6 cyl. cars, but none for the v-8. Thanks
  6. 86lxhatch

    connecting rod question

    Thanks tex, I'll look into those!
  7. 86lxhatch

    connecting rod question

    I just pressed them in. I bent the first rod I tried because I was learning. After that one, I lubed up the wrist pins with motor oil, and they pressed right into place with no problems. Do any of you guys have a good stock 5.0 rod laying around? I'll pay shipping!
  8. 86lxhatch

    connecting rod question

    So I was installing my new forged pistons on my old rods the other day. I was pressing the wrist pins onto the rods with the shop press when I noticed I bent the wrist pin end of one of my rods a little (1/8" maybe...). I removed the piston and pin, then pressed the rod back straight. Should...
  9. 86lxhatch

    T5 trans identification

    I am looking for a t5 5speed tranny for my 306, and was wondering what the characteristics are on the v-8 t5 vs. the v-6...basically wondering what I need to look for on the transmission to make sure it is made for the v-8 motor, and not the v-6...know what I mean? Is there a visible check that...
  10. 86lxhatch

    need help choosing an intake manifold

    Okay, I'll go with the rpm air gap then. As far as the carb goes, I see there are 2 choices with the holley: either a vacuum secondary, or a double pumper...which should I choose? I was thinking the d.p. because I'm afraid with that cam I won't have enough vacuum at low rpms to support my...
  11. 86lxhatch

    need help choosing an intake manifold

    I am building a 306, forged pistons, b cam, 5 speed carb setup and was wondering if I could run a super victor, or vic. jr. intake manifold on this motor, and whether or not it would work...it's gonna get a 600 holley on top. Any ideas or suggestions?
  12. 86lxhatch

    Engine rebuild kit questions

    I measured the distance between the top of the deck and top dead center of the pistons and came up with roughly .007-.009, using a good straight edge and feeler gauges. Rick is right, the factory decks do seem to be all over the place, and nowhere near perfect. The pistons do have the valve...
  13. 86lxhatch

    Engine rebuild kit questions

    Thanks for the help. Do you think that if I go with the larger heads, it'll make more power with the lower comp. ratio, or am I better off with smaller heads and more compression? This car will be used for road racing and scca events, not for drag racing.
  14. 86lxhatch

    Engine rebuild kit questions

    pistons are summit part # SLP-L2488F30 the heads are irons. I am building on a low budget, so I am looking for used parts when I can find good deals... Still undecided on the heads though. I don't want to sink a lot of money in my current heads trying to make them perform like performance...
  15. 86lxhatch

    Engine rebuild kit questions

    yes, I already have the parts. The kit said flat tops with no reliefs, but what it came with was flat tops with 4 valve reliefs...also, I haven't done anything with the heads as of yet. I found some RHS heads (used) on craigslist for $400, but I think the combustion chambers will be way to large.
  16. 86lxhatch

    Engine rebuild kit questions

    I am using this rebuild kit from summit for my 306: Sealed Power CSMHP799-311 - Federal Mogul Premium Engine Rebuild Kits This is my planned set up: holley 600 cfm carb edelbrock performer rpm air gap intake stock C5ae 58cc heads roller rockers b303 cam When I researched the kit, it...
  17. 86lxhatch

    What engine balancer do I have?

    Thanks skunk!
  18. 86lxhatch

    engine removal?

    I'm not an expert or nothin' but I would just let it sit for an hour or to...let the pressure relieve itself. Just my .02. If its a carb, you shouldn't have much pressure.
  19. 86lxhatch

    What engine balancer do I have?

    Do 302s from the factory come with 50 oz. in 1985?
  20. 86lxhatch

    What engine balancer do I have?

    Hey all, I would like to re-use the balancer that came off my 85' 302 crank(OEM). I don't know if it is a 28 oz. or 50 oz. I found the numbers D20E-A1A SDK8 stamped on the balancer. I am going from an automatic to 5 speed tranny and want to save money on this part by reusing it. It still...
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