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Old 07-09-2015, 07:42 AM
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Originally Posted by MANNY Z
who or where did you get it from? im having one custom built but the builder is taking his sweet as time.

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It is a on3 kit I believe .
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Originally Posted by Steven32
Here's the wrap I got.

Dei 010127 2" x 50ft Titanium High Temperature Header Manifold Exhaust Wrap Roll | eBay

I got the 4" intercooler but went with a different turbo. Billet GT45 80mm
Ya, Design Engineering huh, that's what I kinda figured. They have some good producs. thx

I haven't put the engine in yet to see how everything fits tho.
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Originally Posted by 93hatch
curious how your downpipe will fit, mine isnt a mustang but its a fox chasis car, and it fits horrible
We're about to find out lol I'm hoping it's not going to be a headache.
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Originally Posted by MANNY Z
who or where did you get it from? im having one custom built but the builder is taking his sweet as time.

Manny
Hey Manny,

I got it from On3Performance. They sell the entire turbo kit, everything you need, and for a really good price. The quality of everything was really good too.
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I'm looking at getting the on3 kit as well with the upgraded 76mm turbo. Just waiting til I get the car together at least.
Old 07-09-2015, 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by bjamick
I'm looking at getting the on3 kit as well with the upgraded 76mm turbo. Just waiting til I get the car together at least.
Good luck with your build man!
I'm so excited and anxious to get this this running.
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Rear end support welded and the axle tubes welded.

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Old 07-09-2015, 07:33 PM
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Team Z anti roll bar welded on.

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Maximum Motorsports full length subframe connectors welded on.

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Alternator/power steering bracket also modified.

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Old 07-10-2015, 08:17 AM
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did you weld up your torque boxes?
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did you buy On3's pickup hat for the tank? its really nice. I bought the triple hat but bought somebodies else Cobra gas tank that needs no modifications at the filler neck.
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Originally Posted by Bowtiedford
did you weld up your torque boxes?
Yes those were installed and welded in.
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Originally Posted by Bowtiedford
did you buy On3's pickup hat for the tank? its really nice. I bought the triple hat but bought somebodies else Cobra gas tank that needs no modifications at the filler neck.
Ya I bought their complete setup with everything. Dual pumps, hat, relays, fuel level sensor, tank, etc etc.
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New harmonic balancer. The one I had was wobbly.

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New plugs and wires are in. I'll have to heat wrap the plug wires just to be on the safe side.
Also looks like I'll have to order a new flexible dipstick for the oil. Plugs are in the way, and I can't go on the outside because the downpipe is going to be routed between the strut tower and the passenger headers.

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Old 07-11-2015, 08:28 PM
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Definitely glad I have that cowl hood.

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Old 07-11-2015, 08:36 PM
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Old 07-13-2015, 09:28 AM
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More updates. The rear end is starting to come together.

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Old 07-14-2015, 11:37 PM
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****, turbo doesn't clear the good. I'm not sure what I want to do at this point. Go through the hassle of looking for a new hood and selling this or just cutting it up.

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Also got the oil cooler adapter in place.

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Old 07-15-2015, 07:39 AM
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not sure by how much its hitting, but they do make a spacer kit that goes in between the k member and the frame. Looks like shims or you can make your own spacers. I use to have 1" spacers. looks like this. I made mine 1"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/79-04-MUSTANG-K-MEMBER-3-8-SHIM-DROP-KIT-GRADE-10-9-/300493512790?hash=item45f6cf2056&vxp=mtr
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Needs about 1.5" to clear. I don't really think lowering the motor that far is an option. That and I don't want my oil pan that low :/
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yes thats a little too much, 1" is the max they rec. But oil pan stays same height, your lifting the body. K member stays in same place which motor is attached. I see that you went to a larger turbo, forgot about that. It seems from what Ive seen from others is that the new style AJE k member engine sits higher then the old way they use to do it.


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