T5 is in...headers & subframe connectors too

I finally got my car back last week. It's been in the shop getting the T5 conversion done, plus a bunch of other stuff. It seemed there was one delay after another but the wait was worth it. Here's what got done:

T5 conversion
- rebuilt T5 from 89 Mustang, using the MII bellhousing
- new RAM Powergrip clutch
- using my custom crossmember
- B&M shifter, Hurst shifter boot

other stuff
- Hooker Super-Comp headers installed
- Stumpy's subframe connectors installed
- re-routed fuel line from fuel pump to carb

The T5 & new shifter feel so much better than the old RAD4 setup. Now it has a nice notchy feel to it. The first gear ratio (3.35) helps off-the-line pickup a little. I think I will step up to a steeper rearend gear in the future. Right now I have the stock 3.00:1. With the 0.68:1 fifth gear the engine is turning a little bit too slow on the highway. I'm thinking something like a 3.80:1 will be good for acceleration and still give me a good cruise RPM.

Thanks guys.

I forget the exact number but I think with the Mustang II bellhousing the shifter is only forward about 1-1/2". This was the main reason I wanted to use the MII bell.

Regarding the subframe connectors - the car feels solid but honestly I haven't driven the car enough to know how much of a difference they made. The last time I drove the car before getting the connectors welded in was August...and I've only driven it one day since getting it back from the shop.

Regarding the seat upholstery - the passenger side is original and the driver's side was redone last year. The guy did a really nice job, using his own materials instead of an upholstery kit, and it matches perfectly.