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  1. 1989LXFOX

    Engine 2G Alternator Install Wiring Help

    Hello all, I hope this post you and your family safe and healthy! Since we are all most likely stuck at home I had a question for an issue that has been bugging me. I looked elsewhere and cant find any information whatsoever to help. So here we go... I purchased this alternator...
  2. gonzo.ayres

    1980-1982 4.2 V8 to 5.0 V8 swap

    OK so I have spent the last hour online trying to figure this out with no solid info on the 4.2L V8. There is a 1980 Mercury Capri RS for sale, with said 4.2L V8, that I am very interested in picking up. As most of us know 1980 into mid 1982 the Ford fox platform had the 4.2L V8 ... not the 5.0...
  3. Tsc_1980

    Electrical 89 5.0 ignition pwr power to ECM

    Hey guys, I’ve looked all over and can’t seem to find what I’m looking for. I have a 89 engine and harness I have swapped into a 1980 Toyota pickup ; ( my snow wheeler ). I have main 12v per supply to the computer, but, I have yet to figure out which wires are to the ignition for Run and start...
  4. Foxbody1988

    Engine Head gasket or what?

    Hey guys i have a few questions i am very lost on. To start the vehicle is a 1988 ford mustang gt. I rebuilt the motor about 4 months ago. Its bored over .30 with aluminium heads, cam, intake. the whole 9 yards just not boosted. I had some issues with compression and pulled the heads off turns...
  5. 9

    Saleen wheels

    I have a set of real saleen wheels 18 x 8.5 all around made by speedline in Italy dose anyone know what they would be worth looking to sell
  6. I

    Engine 87 mustang injection HELP!!

    Buddy and I are building a 87 302 ho we have upgraded the injectors to 24lbs but now it’s running rich do we need to change the ecu to accommodate the bigger injectors or ad a maf sensor? It’s .30 over 303 thumper cam gt cobra heads ported has. 70mml intake.
  7. Foxbody1988

    Engine Camshaft questions and supercharger

    Want to slap a supercharger on my 1988 foxbody but I have some questions. i have a Crower stage 3 camshaft. Specs Lobe Separation of112 Intake lift .112 Exhaust lift .131 I got it from a buddy, and I was doing some research on it and I noticed it said not compatible with computer controller...
  8. Foxbody1988

    ANY HELP IS APPRECIATED 1988 mustang gt

    Ok guys I have a lengthy question/issue. So I rebuilt my motor about 4K miles ago. Fresh bore, hone, pistons and rings.. the whole nine yards. I noticed it was lacking power so I did some compression checks. I only did 3 cylinders and they were all relatively low numbers between 65-100 to be...
  9. C

    For Sale 1988 Turbocharged 5.0, $6,400, Wichita Falls, TX area

    Solid car that needs someone who would like a Turbocharged 5.0. Would also be a great Christmas present for a father to give to his son as a bonding project car. The original Hurricane wheels with tires on them, two new tires that have never been mounted, some drag springs and other various...
  10. M

    Drivetrain Vibration In Every Gear T-5 Tremec!

    Okay, been chasing this issue for awhile, previous owner says its a rebuilt t5 with 5k miles on it. After driving it for a few months i was going about 50 dropped it to third and gave it hell. after that i had blown my coolant hose off and over heated. pulled over put it back on, took off and...
  11. N

    For Sale 1993 LX Hatchback

    Super clean 93 with 43,900 miles on the clock. You really need to see it to appreciate it. The only modifications are an aftermarket radio, flowmasters and a 6 speed T56. Here is the story.......I just purchased the car with the intent of having a perfect foxbody that I could do minor mods and...
  12. A

    Used 13 gt issues

    Hey all, I recently bought a used 13gt with 110k miles. It’s in great condition as far as interior and exterior and still pulls/drives really well. I’ve run into two issues. The first being when I drove over bumps there’s a knocking noise in the rear, and a local tire shop told me they think it...
  13. D

    Speed shifting from 1st-2nd-3rd grinds and reverse guard/lockout broken?

    Hi everyone. I just bought a used 2012 5.0.with 69k miles. I love it, but I ran into an issue today. It’s almost like the safety feature for reverse is broken. If I push down on the shifter, it doesn’t let me go passed the lockout and up into reverse, but instead puts me into first gear. If...
  14. R

    Would 05-10 kooks Headers fit a 2013 Mustang GT

    I am look at a full exhaust system for sale for super cheap but it’s for an 05-10 Gt and I am not sure if it will fit a 2013 GT
  15. S

    T-top seals question

    Ok so I have a 91 hatchback and I am using it to recreate my old highschool/tech School car. Wich was an 87 with t-tops. Now I have watched a few videos and done some research on the matter of putting t tops in the car and it's a pretty simple proses. I already have the needed parts. 87-88 t-top...
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    over heating help

    new here 95 mustang gt 5.0 .the ole push rod is acting real funny car over heats very fast the gauge says so anyways the coolant is boiling out of rad. just bhad head gaskets replaced on both sides for this very reason and its still doing the same thing new rad new hoes new water pump new...
  17. C

    Rattling noise on deceleration

    Hey guys I have a 95 cobra 5 speed and about a week ago I started noticing a rattling sound coming from the front of the car on deceleration while it gear, it sounds like something loose spinning around. I jacked it up and checked the driveshaft and wheel bearings/such, any idea what it could be?
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    What happen to my piston?

    Hey guys little back story. Bought this car off an old man for 1200 bucks. Said he bought it from his wife’s coworker who was hurting for cash. Had for 2 years and was selling the rental house where he had the car parked. So the car had to go. Man said he replaced the carb and battery and it...
  19. A

    94' Cobra Dies with AC is on

    Hello! I am have been battling a multi year problem. My sisters 94' Mustang Cobra does not run reliably. The vehicle will run great all day long at medium to light acceleration. During those times it will occasionally encounter a random miss through the range of acceleration (barely...
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    Engine Piston Identification Help(Roller 5.0)

    Hey there guys, new to the forum. Excited to be here. A little bit of a back story in the situation. I have a 1983 convertible 5.0 4 speed. I bought the car about 9 months ago. Drove it 50 miles and the engine became off balance and insisted on dying unless under heavy throttle. Did my first...