I have a 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis sitting in my drive "Ultimate Edition" which will become a Marauder once I begin that project. Less than 100000 miles and rides like a cloud under your butt. Man every time I am driving that car, I put for sale signs up in my mind for the Mustang.
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1: I only went side to side with the because I was pulling the tranny also and needed it to tilt. You should not need to go both directions while lifting it up. If you are going to strap it down like I did and work on it, then YES go both directions. You can see in my thread what happens when you don't strap it down and turn a wrench. That Oil Pan only keeps it balanced if you don't touch it. (
Engine Lift plate)
2: PB Blaster is a good tool. Soak that nut and bolt, and use a breaker bar on it to bust it loose. If that isn't working, there is always the option of using a bottle torch on it to heat it up. I soaked my trans cross member for 3 days before and after work then used the breaker bar.You can always go to the parts store and get another bolt. WE ALL DO.
3: I have the 2 Ton Engine Hoist from Autozone (
Part Number: 80900T ) For this application I had to extend it out to the 1 Ton setting but it has the reach.
4: Sorry on the LMR reference. I am used to the guys already knowing what LMR is. I see that you did find it. Late Model Restoration. They have wonderful videos that can help anyone get the job done. So, please take the time and watch a few as you go alone and hit the pause button. Remember to turn on your closed captions so that you can see the torque requirements and the size of wrench/socket they mention.
5: In my build, I have a Word Class T5 and that was made for V8 and V6 Applications. Look at
http://www.supersixmotorsports.com/ I am will be getting the power pack and some forged internals. I will be working towards adding a Supercharger and I know people here in my area that still use this same WCT5 in their daily driver.
I would say that you will have to find the exact transmission that you have and someone here will know the answer.