91 Mini Tubbed Mustang Coupe

[2Fast4You]

Hey everyone,
Just taken new ownership of Craig Newport's coupe, I have many plans for this. To start I am building a Dart blocked 434W, trying to decide to run my built Powerglide or put a TKO 600 in it, what does everyone else think? I know to bracket race it the Powerglide would be the obvious choice, but I really like the idea of the UMTR class. Do not have any pictures of my own yet, I am sure many of you have seen the pictures of his post when it was put up for sale, I will post pictures as I go. Open to suggestions and or comments.

[jccox77]

real race cars have 3 pedals just saying
glad to see it went to a good home have fun with it

[AZZKIKR]

Any power adders? Build it to the classes thats affordable for you and what you'd like to run and whether or not you want it streetable or not...that's my advice...Good luck with the build!

[orangedemon331]

Im puting a car together for umtr also, its just not a true mustang without the clutch pedal!! lol

[2Fast4You]

I have the oppertunity to purchase a TKO 600. It has the blow proof bellhousing, Billet fly wheel, spec stage 3 clutch, and a Steeda billet shifter. I am parting out my big block car to pay for this build. The coupe has all Strange Engineering suspension w/ Wilwood disc brakes all the way around. Need to get a rollcage put in it and have it painted.

[orangedemon331]

I have the oppertunity to purchase a TKO 600. It has the blow proof bellhousing, Billet fly wheel, spec stage 3 clutch, and a Steeda billet shifter. I am parting out my big block car to pay for this build. The coupe has all Strange Engineering suspension w/ Wilwood disc brakes all the way around. Need to get a rollcage put in it and have it painted.

Thats what ill be running, TKO600, Quicktime Bell, Steeda Triax, Billet steel flywheel and a spec stage 3+!! Oh it will be behind a 408w!! Ill be out in the spring with mine, i hope you go the umtr route and hi=ope to see you out there!!!

[dsmawd350]

Ill be out in the spring with mine

ill believe it when i see it :lol:

[2Fast4You]

Thats what ill be running, TKO600, Quicktime Bell, Steeda Triax, Billet steel flywheel and a spec stage 3+!! Oh it will be behind a 408w!! Ill be out in the spring with mine, i hope you go the umtr route and hi=ope to see you out there!!!

I hope to see you out there as well.

[orangedemon331]

ill believe it when i see it :lol:

And where has your car been for years?? The orange car will be done in the winter, im putting it together myself!!!!

[phatford]

I hear the TKO600 is a beast of a tranny.

[chris91]

Good luck with the project man!! Great to see the car stayed local and will be finished. Definitely make sure to snap some pics and post them along the way. If you need any help with posting them up lemme know and Ill help ya out.

[Jeff88coupe]

Good luck with the build. Big inch windsor with a stick sounds pretty cool. I was hoping it might get built into a 8.5" tire car.

[2Fast4You]

Good luck with the project man!! Great to see the car stayed local and will be finished. Definitely make sure to snap some pics and post them along the way. If you need any help with posting them up lemme know and Ill help ya out.

Thanks, I will keep that in mind.


Good luck with the build. Big inch windsor with a stick sounds pretty cool. I was hoping it might get built into a 8.5" tire car.

It still could, I have also been debating a TH400 in it versus the other tranny.
What do you guys think?

[NO SHOT]

Im puting a car together for umtr also, its just not a true mustang without the clutch pedal!! lol

X2!! Thats why mine has a c-4 but the clutch pedal is still hanging in there LOL!!Good luck that will make a real nice ride!!:bigthumb

[2Fast4You]

It has been a slow start w/ this but I have just acquired a cowl hood for it, not much room in the garage with the other car and engines sitting around. Really need to sell my big block and other roller to fund this new project. I do appreciate all the comments and will be working on this more often. I will post some photos later on today, not going to be the best looking car at this time but it will be a starting point and show progress as I work on it. I have my Powerglide and I have just acquired a Tremec 5-speed and Edelbrock Victor Jr. heads as well. Time will tell how everything works w/ that 434W Dart motor.

[2Fast4You]

Latest update, working on getting the Stang over to Rob to install the Chromoly roll cage. I am working w/ him on picking it up and can't wait to get the cage in the car to start working on the other body components left to be finished and get it painted.

Not sure if I want to paint the car one solid color or add some character to it, Craig gave me some nice paint (House of Kolor Sunset Pearl).

If anybody has any paint schemes let me know or post it on here for me to see.

[2Fast4You]

Here are a few photos of the car rolling on its own. If you haven't noticed the factory door handles have been replaced by another set, anybody able to figure out what they are from? Also notice the relocation of the fuel fill cap?

[Xowner]

Pontiac door handles?

[setty2706]

Pontiac door handles?

I was over there today and that was one of my first questions ...


Glad to see you finally rolled it out and took some pictures of it... Love the stance of that coupe...:rockon:

[evil8]

Vette, .

[2Fast4You]

Vette, .

That is correct, what a great concept on a Stang. I guess the idea is to slim line it and to make it more aerodynamic.

[2Fast4You]

I was over there today and that was one of my first questions ...


Glad to see you finally rolled it out and took some pictures of it... Love the stance of that coupe...:rockon:

It was good talking to you again, can't wait to see good things happen.
Thanks, I love the way this thing sits as well.

[chris91]

Damnnn that thing is SEXAYYYY!!! And the handles idea is great. Lord knows how these things like to destroy handles!! lol

[Mustard]

very cool build

[2Fast4You]

very cool build

I appreciate the compliment, I love the potential w/ this car.

[MrMustang99GT]

I really like the ride height of the car, what suspension are you running out back? Do you have any pics of the mini tube install... I almost mini tubed mine before paint, but decided not.. It's never to late... Your car looks bitchen.

[2Fast4You]

Thanks, It has Strange adjustable coil overs all the way around using the stock upper and lower torque box locations for the control arms. I do not have any photos of the mini tub install at this time, I can take some photos in about a week or so. The coupe left last night for the chromoly roll cage to be installed.

[cyah92]

Thanks, It has Strange adjustable coil overs all the way around using the stock upper and lower torque box locations for the control arms. I do not have any photos of the mini tub install at this time, I can take some photos in about a week or so. The coupe left last night for the chromoly roll cage to be installed.

Well atleast u r getting something done hopefully it wont take u another 15 years this time lol

[2Fast4You]

I used to love the way a full tubed car looked. Now with owning this mini tubed coupe I don't think I will ever want anything than a mini tubed car. They look so streetable and bad ass and the stance on this car is so gorgeous. I just have to add that I am in love with my car, I will be even more in love with it once the cage is in it. Tha plan now is for Rob to go ahead and install the anti-roll bar and to mock up the engine and trans combination as well, Cha-Ching.

[cyah92]

I used to love the way a full tubed car looked. Now with owning this mini tubed coupe I don't think I will ever want anything than a mini tubed car. They look so streetable and bad ass and the stance on this car is so gorgeous. I just have to add that I am in love with my car, I will be even more in love with it once the cage is in it. Tha plan now is for Rob to go ahead and install the anti-roll bar and to mock up the engine and trans combination as well, Cha-Ching.

The sound off the cash register takeing your money lol

[2Fast4You]

Yeah, Someone is always going to end up with it so I better just make it worth my wild...

[cyah92]

Yeah, Someone is always going to end up with it so I better just make it worth my wild...

Cant wait 4 them tires comeing off the ground i will b there takring pictures

[2Fast4You]

You better go bye a better camera than what you have now, your going to need something that is able to snap 100 frames per second to get enough pictures of this bad boy... Just kidding of course, LOL

[cyah92]

You better go bye a better camera than what you have now, your going to need something that is able to snap 100 frames per second to get enough pictures of this bad boy... Just kidding of course, LOL

I got a camcorder on this phone i got the hookup hopefully both off are cars will b able too do that

[setty2706]

Hell man the coupe looks fast sitting still :lol:

Hoping to join you in the fast lane fun in a few years.... Lets just say i decided 302 wasn't enough cubic inches :D

[jktruckin06]

Lets just say i decided 302 wasn't enough cubic inches :D

oh snap... i said the same thing... but i can count my extra ci's on one hand:(

[2Fast4You]

Hell man the coupe looks fast sitting still :lol:

Hoping to join you in the fast lane fun in a few years.... Lets just say i decided 302 wasn't enough cubic inches :D

I have a 460 that will go directly in there. I believe that's a few more cubic inches than a 302...
What info are you holding back on that you haven't told us?

[cyah92]

I have a 460 that will go directly in there. I believe that's a few more cubic inches than a 302...
What info are you holding back on that you haven't told us?

Hes tired off running 15 and 14s

[2Fast4You]

There should be photos of the roll cage installation this evening, Work In Progress.

[cyah92]

There should be photos of the roll cage installation this evening, Work In Progress.

Cant wate2 c

[2Fast4You]

Cant wate2 c

I know, now get back to work...:D

[cyah92]

I know, now get back to work...:D

I dont want too dreaming about lifting two front tires off the ground

[TurboNG]

Have a Conan PG i might be willing to part with if you ever go that route....

[2Fast4You]

Have a Conan PG i might be willing to part with if you ever go that route....

PM me some details.

[cyah92]

Hey when u going too some pics 4 us too c how the cage is comeing

[2Fast4You]

Just waiting on Rob, he told me I would have some for sure today.

[Maximus]

:popcorn::bigthumb

[2Fast4You]

:popcorn::bigthumb

I know, did you bring enough for both of us?:popcorn:

[cyah92]

Is that 1 off the things we got too do tomorrow

[Rob]

hey Shayne i sent you some pics, post em up

[cyah92]

Sweet pictures cant wate see this car too get done

[2Fast4You]

Here are some photos taken on Friday, a start to greater things to come...
I will post as I get them.

[mad max]

Looks good man .

[jktruckin06]

Some nice looking welds. Who did them?

[orangedemon331]

It should be a sweet ride!! Thats Rob Lewis's handy work!!!!

[cyah92]

Looking good brother

[2Fast4You]

Thanks everybody, I just have to keep the ball rolling.
It is Rob Lewis that is doing the roll cage and installing my anti roll bar, he also did the mini tub on it and the aluminum fuel tank.

[Adam@S&MMotorsports]

Thanks everybody, I just have to keep the ball rolling.
It is Rob Lewis that is doing the roll cage and installing my anti roll bar, he also did the mini tub on it and the aluminum fuel tank.

Rob does great work. That is a full tub by the way...

[cyah92]

Rob is the man

[MrMustang99GT]

Nice work on the roll cage, have you already tied the sub-frame together?

Does Rob do any aluminum interior work? I need a bulkhead to seal off the trunk area in my LX Hatchback.

[dsmawd350]

Nice work on the roll cage, have you already tied the sub-frame together?

Does Rob do any aluminum interior work? I need a bulkhead to seal off the trunk area in my LX Hatchback.

you mean like this :D.... robs work also

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/380066_310622162284889_100000113233387_1410980_145 4087758_n.jpg

[2Fast4You]

Rob does great work. That is a full tub by the way...

I thought Craig told me it was a mini tub.:confused:


Nice work on the roll cage, have you already tied the sub-frame together?

Yes

Does Rob do any aluminum interior work? I need a bulkhead to seal off the trunk area in my LX Hatchback.

I do believe he does.

[cyah92]

Looks good eirher way

[cyah92]

Looks good either way

[Maximus]

I thought Craig told me it was a mini tub.:confused:



I do believe he does.

Define mini-tub...This Coupe has rear control arms in the stock location on the body and modified rear frame rails. The rear tubs were modified to retain the back seat. A FULL tub would be aftermarket rear suspension with aftermarket frame rails, no back seat etc etc:bigthumb

[draggin50]

What all was done to the rear frame rails? Are they just notched? Either way it looks mean as hell!

[2Fast4You]

Define mini-tub...This Coupe has rear control arms in the stock location on the body and modified rear frame rails. The rear tubs were modified to retain the back seat. A FULL tub would be aftermarket rear suspension with aftermarket frame rails, no back seat etc etc:bigthumb

Thanks Craig for helping me out w/ that. I did not believe that it was a full tub myself but I guess it depends on who wants to think what.

[Maximus]

What all was done to the rear frame rails? Are they just notched? Either way it looks mean as hell!

Where the rails bend up and start towards the rear, Rob removed that section and made new rails to support the one off Alum fuel tank.

http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy39/CincySpeed/354497203-3.jpg

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http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy39/CincySpeed/354497196-1.jpg

http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy39/CincySpeed/Craigscoupe022.jpg

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[cyah92]

Nice picks u got there

[Stang88]

Looks Shweet!!

[heyitsmepugsley]

this is going to be one badass ride!

[2Fast4You]

Thanks guys, I really am going to do my best with this car.

[2Fast4You]

Here is another photo of the front roll cage dropped down the pillar through the dash.

[331lx]

Very nice build u got going on. Everything looks top notch.

[TooFast98Cobra]

Lookin good!

[2Fast4You]

Thanks guys...

[2Fast4You]

Here are a few extra photos of the roll cage being hidden up to the front frame rails. This is to keep it nice and neat under the hood.

[2Fast4You]

More photos to come of the roll cage and the anti-roll bar.

[chris91]

Almost a shame those welds are hidden like that. Its a work of art!! :)

[orangedemon331]

It's going to be bad ass when you get it back from Rob!!!!

[2Fast4You]

He is doing some good work on it and it will be one of a kind. I can't wait to get it back and start on the body work to get it painted. Still debating on a paint design for it, I want it to be unique and everyone will know it is one of a kind.

[2Fast4You]

It's going to be bad ass when you get it back from Rob!!!!

Believe me when I tell you I can't wait myself...

[2Fast4You]

Here are some more recent photos, Rob is expecting to have this back to me by Saturday.

[2Fast4You]

Here are some photos from last night, welding is looking great and it should be finished Friday. It will certify to 8.50 but with a simple upgrade if needed it will certify to 7.50. It will also have the anti-roll bar in it as well. The next steps will be to finish flushing everything out under the hood. As you can see in the photos above, the fire wall needs done.

[draggin50]

Looking good!!! Can't wait to see it out.

[2Fast4You]

Thanks Brian, like wise.

[draggin50]

Hopefully we can meet up at one of the shootouts this year. I'll just be happy to get mine done and make a pass!

[2Fast4You]

I was talking to the gentleman that is going to build my engine and come to find out the Dart engine I am putting together is actually going to be a 434 C.I. Windsor. I ran into a few different scenarios of what the engine was going to finally finish at but now I know for sure. Just thought you would like to know. I hope I am able to even think about this car even running next year, maybe 2013 we can line them up but until then I will watch you run your toy.

[03z06vette]

So, does it have the factory vin tags???lol

[2Fast4You]

So, does it have the factory vin tags???lol

Most definetely, would not have taken this car without the factory VIN I.D. LOL

[331lx]

Good job man keep up the good work

[draggin50]

Well I might have a chance of beating someone done!!!

[2Fast4You]

Well I might have a chance of beating someone done!!!

Odds are that you will be ready before me partner...

[DNTRYIT]

Very good looking stance on the car and everything is turning out great on the car cant wait to see it in person should be one sweet ride!

[2Fast4You]

Very good looking stance on the car and everything is turning out great on the car cant wait to see it in person should be one sweet ride!

Thanks,
Today is the day that the roll cage and anti-roll bar are to be completed, Man I miss this car...

[bbfstanger]

looks good so far keep it up.
spring is just a few months away lol!

[2Fast4You]

Here is a photo of the rear roll cage completed, what's everybody think?

[Yellowstang]

badass looking good

[Bman]

That's a lot of bar.

[draggin50]

Damn!!! Sure looks good!

[Mustard]

car is looking good man

[mustangrodtp]

There's alot of bars to grab. Looks Great:bigthumb

[2Fast4You]

Roll cage is complete, was not able to bring the car home today do to the rain.

[Yellowstang]

car looks good cage is crazy

[331lx]

Nice work cage looks bad ass

[2Fast4You]

Today is the day fellas, the car is headed home. On to the next step, body work.

[2Fast4You]

The Stang is finally home and the work on it is Awesome...
I have to give it up to Rob Lewis @ Rogue Race Cars...
If you need a roll cage or chassis work of any sort, he is your man.

[dsmawd350]

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=2840743259719&id=1293432213#!/RogueRaceCars

[orangedemon331]

^^^^^:bigthumb

[2Fast4You]

I almost had to sleep in this car last night.

[Rob]

glad you like it, it was great working with you. Hope to do more for you in the future!

[2Fast4You]

I am going to drop the alminum fuel tank tonight and get some photos of the rear end with the anti-roll bar installed. I am also going to sump the fuel tank and install fittings for the fuel pump and return lines on it. I will need to fab a block off plate for the top of the tank where the original FORE Cobra fuel hat was going to be, it was going to be a fuel injected car and I am going carbed. Then I will start working on getting the front suspension squared up to mount the brake master cylinder and brake lines front and rear, I will tie in the line lock w/ a proportioning valve during this process as well.

I also forgot to mention that Rob does alot of custom fabbed exhaust and tubing work for turbos,superchargers and etc. Check out Rogue Race Cars in Williamsburg on there new Facebook account. Rob, you need to get all the photos of this car on there.

[draggin50]

He does some killer work for sure! Maybe I can get him to make me a set of headers in the future so I can throw these junk Kooks headers in the scrap bin!

[2Fast4You]

He does some killer work for sure! Maybe I can get him to make me a set of headers in the future so I can throw these junk Kooks headers in the scrap bin!

I have seen his work Brian and let me tell you it is fantastic.

[Rob]

I am going to drop the alminum fuel tank tonight and get some photos of the rear end with the anti-roll bar installed. I am also going to sump the fuel tank and install fittings for the fuel pump and return lines on it. I will need to fab a block off plate for the top of the tank where the original FORE Cobra fuel hat was going to be, it was going to be a fuel injected car and I am going carbed.


Bring me that tank and i can do it for ya :bigthumb

[2Fast4You]

Bring me that tank and i can do it for ya :bigthumb

I will work on that, :DThanks

[2Fast4You]

Here are a few photos I took tonight. First is the rear end w/ the anti-roll bar and Strange coil overs, then the 9" housing ends attached to the Wilwood solid disc brakes, then the FORE rear diff cover and the rear wheel tucked nice and neat on the rear. The car at the highest point sits about 6 inches. Man this thing is going to be down and dirty. I have more photos to post, I am going to try to get them p tonight but if not I will tomorrow. My daughter right now is wanting all my attention and it makes it difficult to get her to stop using the scroll function on the mouse.

Let me know what you all think...

[Yellowstang]

your car is going to very nice

[2Fast4You]

Here are some current photos of under the hood and the front wheel to show how low it sits up front as well.

[2Fast4You]

If someone knows anybody or if you yourself wants to sponsor a Bad Ass car this is the chance, taking all and any donations to help build this car.
Help a Homey out...LOL

[2Fast4You]

Here are some photos of the custom fabbed aluminum fuel tank, the top will be block off and it will be sumped in the rear for an external fuel pump and return line. I also added a photo of the upper torque box reinforcements.

[Project91LX]

starting to look real good man, keep up the good work.

[2Fast4You]

Working on getting all the brake lines ran and plumbing in the new Strange master cylinder w/ the line lock and the proportioning valve. This is all from scratch, there are no brake lines on this car at all.

[2Fast4You]

Just figured out the engine combination and waiting for hard numbers on the parts pricing to decide who to go with on them. There are so many different manufacturers out there it makes it difficult.

[draggin50]

What did you decide for on the drivetrain?

[2Fast4You]

I am going to still go w/ the big cubic inch small block set up for NOS and run the PG, lots of compression. I still want to try to run in the 8.5 class, it's 8th mile so I want to make as much power as soon possible. I know the challenge is going to get it to the pavement and go straight. I am hoping w/ the glide I can get out of the hole a little more gentle than the 3 speed guys, I guess time will tell.

[2Fast4You]

Bought my rods this week and ordered my 4340 steel crank as well and will be ordering my custom pistons next week. Long block should be ready in the next month or so, I am afraid that the car may not be running this year as I would like. A lot of chassis and body work to be done to it to be ready.

[mustang_gt88]

What are the rims that you have on the car?

[2Fast4You]

Weld Racing forged Alumastars

[Gearhead]

Bought my rods this week and ordered my 4340 steel crank as well and will be ordering my custom pistons next week.

What brand of rods and crank ?? Just curious is all...

[rollingthunder]

looks good. What are the size of the rear tires? do you know how much they will "grow"? I only ask because in the pic they sure look close to the body down low(front to back). A buddy of mine just did a 427 windsor with air flow research 225 heads that is carbed and set up for nitrous and the motor dyno'ed at 690 hp @6700rpm. and he still has the nitrous to throw on it. Might want to check out bullet racing cams when you are ready for your cam. have you decided on which intake and carb yet?

[2Fast4You]

What brand of rods and crank ?? Just curious is all...

Eagle and Scat.

[2Fast4You]

looks good. What are the size of the rear tires? do you know how much they will "grow"? I only ask because in the pic they sure look close to the body down low(front to back). A buddy of mine just did a 427 windsor with air flow research 225 heads that is carbed and set up for nitrous and the motor dyno'ed at 690 hp @6700rpm. and he still has the nitrous to throw on it. Might want to check out bullet racing cams when you are ready for your cam. have you decided on which intake and carb yet?

Super Victor intake and still undecided on the carb. I am trying to get 1000hp. The rear tires currently are 28 x 10.5 x 15 and the rear suspension may need some rework to accommodate them but I want to set this up to run the 8.5 class so that will give me some added room.

[2Fast4You]

Received my crank last week along w/ the L19 bolt upgrade for the eagle rods. Ordered my piston's last week but still have not been able to get the piston manufacturer to confirm the piston build, WTF.

[juicedfoxbody]

Looks good

[2Fast4You]

Looks good

I appreciate the compliment, Thanks

[2Fast4You]

Just a minor update, w/ some help the hood has been confirmed as an H.O. Fibertrends 5" Cowl, it is considered as their Outlaw Hood. Also picked up my oil pan, pick up tube and timing cover a week or so ago. Moving along slowly but will get there.

[jktruckin06]

Pistons!!!

[setty2706]

Nice... Looking forward to seeing the car go down the track.. hell, it looks fast sitting still

[2Fast4You]

Pistons!!!

Still working on them.


Nice... Looking forward to seeing the car go down the track.. hell, it looks fast sitting still

Hopefully it does as well on the track as it looks sitting here.

[2Fast4You]

Traded my 9" Fox Body rear end for a JW Performance SFI Powerglide trans and an 8" PTC converter. I just had the trans gone through w/ the clutches and some bushings replaced. Trans has the forward pattern manual valve body and trans brake ready to go. Converter is being sent back to PTC to be rebuilt to my engine and race specs. I wasn't sure about the trade to start w/ but it seems that I really came out ahead on this deal, one for me. Trans came w/ a BB Chevy bell housing but luckily I already had the JW Ultra Bell bell housing to fit the Powerglide to my SBF so I have the BB Chevy bell housing to sell. I have been able to sell parts off of my other chassis to help support the build of this one. I am currently on stand by on ordering my pistons until I confirm the cc of the combustion chambers on my current cylinder heads, so until then I will focus on stripping the other car, thanks everyone.

[2Fast4You]

Another change has taken place, I have confirmed the cc of the combustion chambers on my existing Victor Jr's as 60cc but have decided to upgrade to a better head for the 8.5 class I want to run. So I am putting my Victor Jr's up for sale, if interested let me know. So I have changed transmissions, cylinder heads and how much I was going to spend on this. Man I sure hope I don't have to keep changing my mind.

[TooFast98Cobra]

Looking good, and changing plans is all part of it, lol

[draggin50]

What heads are you looking to go with now?

[2Fast4You]

I already have them on the way Brian, brand new Trick Flow Hi-Ports with some magic. They are coming w/ Comp Cams Pro Magnum roller rockers and rocker stud girdles. I believe I am going to sell the rockers and girdles and purchase some T&D shaft mounted rockers instead. Once again here I am changing my mind and I haven't even received them yet.
I checked the tracking on them and they are showing to be here tomorrow being delivered by FedEx.

[2Fast4You]

Here are the new additions to the build, looking forward to these getting the chance to perform. Bennett Racing CNC TFS Hi Ports Stage 3 porting, flow 350cfm intake, 260cfm exhaust, set up for power adder and solid lift cam, now I need to order my pistons to get the engine build under way.

[cyah92]

Those r badass need to put them on my motor to c if they do any good lol

[2Fast4You]

New addition to the build, thanks Shawn.

[draggin50]

In the one picture of the exhaust port, it looks like the port work got into the bolt hole. Is that just the picture?

[2Fast4You]

It is opened up so much that the CNC Porting went into the horizontal bolt holes. That is not an issue do to that I will be using the other bolt holes for the headers.

[2Fast4You]

Just picked up the exhaust to be used on this set up for now, it is a set of used Kook's headers w/ 2" primary to 3 1/2" collectors and Spin Tech 3 1/2" X-Pipe w/ high flow Pro Shoot Out mufflers to dump at the front of the rear differential.

[2Fast4You]

Not any updated photos but I have taken care of getting the steering linkage squared up and know focusing on the brake lines. I have also picked up a bare 351W block to start the mock up on the drivetrain. Waiting for the heads to be CCed to order my pistons also. This has been a slow process but it has had more done in the last 6 months than what Craig had done in the last 3 years. LOL

[2Fast4You]

Here are a few photos, the non tilt steering column, Flaming River steering shafts, front adjustable control arms, Strange manual brake master cylinder, Hurst line lock and brake lines that have been mocked up. Still need to finish the proportioning valve install and rear brake lines. Fabricated a mounting plate for the B&M Pro Stick shifter. Also a photo of the JW Performance transmission w/ Pro Tree trans brake, 8" PTC converter and my ATI Super Damper balancer.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject013.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject011.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject012.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject007.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject004.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject015.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject018.jpg

[2Fast4You]

Some small steps to getting this thing ready to run this summer as follows:
I have completely finished all brake lines up front back to the proportioning valve, rear brake lines not yet completed. My 15 year old son said he was bored last week and wanted to work on the Mustang so he started doing body prep. He sanded and wet sanded the body in most areas and then start to primer and wet sand those areas, he has never taken on such a task so with a little guidance on my end I have to say he did a fantastic job. Engine plate should be here today at anytime now via UPS and I will start the mock up of the engine and trans. This has been a steady work in progress and this car has seen more attention than the previous 460BB Mustang I just parted out. I will provide some updated photos soon. Everyone keep doing a great job.

[2Fast4You]

Here are a few pictures, one of the finished plumbing of the line lock, the dash mock up, fuel cell mock up and the new Racecraft Inc. engine plate. Now I can start the mock up of the drive train. The chassis my son has started wet sanding and spraying primer. Need to get the door handles finished and the front pumper prepped.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject019.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject020.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject022.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject023.jpg
http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/050812214909.jpg

[90fastgt]

nice progress!

[2Fast4You]

Not any updated photos but I did finally get my custom pistons last week and took everything I had to the machine shop. Should be about 4-5 weeks to get my complete engine, intake to oil pan ready to go. Can't wait to get my 351W based engine dropped in and get everything set up to run. Most likely won't be driving it this summer but want to get it running, I have next summer to look forward too.

[AZZKIKR]

Looks very good, keep up the good work!

[2Fast4You]

nice progress!

Thanks


Looks very good, keep up the good work!

Thanks

[cyah92]

Get it done so I can drive it for u.

[2Fast4You]

Get it done so I can drive it for u.

That is exactly what I am trying to do, get it finished so you can drive it. :flipoff:

[2Fast4You]

Here are a few updated photos.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject028.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject027.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject026.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject024.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject029.jpg

[draggin50]

Damn!!! Looks like some nice parts!!! Now hurry up and get it done!

[2Fast4You]

I'm working on it.

[331lx]

I bet it will make north of 200 hp lol. Nice parts get that dude running

[2Fast4You]

I bet it will make north of 200 hp lol. Nice parts get that dude running

I was figuring at least the same thing give or take a few hundred HP or so and then a few hundred more.

[2Fast4You]

Just fitted the engine block to the trans and got it in the car for the initial phase of the mock up. This is going to utilize an engine plate and mid plate, never done this before so I am going to be very cautious on everything. I have no doubt that I will be able to do this without any problems.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject043.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject039.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject038.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject032.jpg

[2Fast4You]

Next I will put the heads on and fit the headers, exhaust and drive shaft. I have to get everything set up and ready for the real engine that will be going in. I'm really going to try to keep my goal of having this running this summer. I'm going to let the engine builder break this in on the engine dyno so it is ready to go prior to the install.

[TooFast98Cobra]

great job!

[331lx]

Looking good

[2Fast4You]

Thanks again guys...

[Gearhead559]

umm, theres alot of holes in that firewall!

looks good man.

i think you might beat me getting done tho..lol

[2Fast4You]

umm, theres alot of holes in that firewall!

looks good man.

i think you might beat me getting done tho..lol

Well, I can't deny nor confirm that but I still have a long way to go. I still have to finish the fire wall as you pointed out, I have the pieces just need to focus on that after I finish mocking up the engine and trans.

[RIXXX93GT]

Looks great!

[facemelter71]

Where did you get the camshaft thrust plate you have pictured up at the top?

[2Fast4You]

Where did you get the camshaft thrust plate you have pictured up at the top?

It came from Summit Racing.

[redrocker]

cant wait to see this car done

[2Fast4You]

cant wait to see this car done

That's the both of us, thanks.
On vacation this week in Myrtle Beach so there is no progress and less money to spend on it.

[69Cobra]

Looking good. Keep up the good work.

[redfirepearlgt]

Saw this car yesterday in person. There is nothing half arsed on this car. And the X-pipe/exhaust assembly BTW looks like it could pass solid waste its so freaking big. Saying 3.5" exhaust and then seeing 3.5" exhaust is two different things. :bigthumb

The roll cage is some of the most beautiful work I have ever seen. Talk about some very nice engineering and fabrication work. SWEET!

Pictures do it no justice Shayne. You have to finish this car and roll it out for everyone to see. Even if it is only in primer. It is awesome.

[2Fast4You]

Thanks guys, I appreciate the positive inspiration. I am going to keep things moving on this and have this running this year and racing next year.

[redfirepearlgt]

You know it won't be able to move that vehicle under its own power without a certain young female toddler wanting to ride in it. Gonna install a place to mount a restraint seat? LOL!

[2Fast4You]

I will have to make plans to make that happen Chad, she already loves to get in it and act as if she's racing it.

[2Fast4You]

Here are a couple current photos, slow progress.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupe004.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupe006.jpg

[331lx]

Keeps looking better

[2Fast4You]

Chassis is for sale, posted it in the Car/Chassis For Sale thread. Not wanting to do this but really need too.

[2Fast4You]

Decided to keep it, further progress to be reported as it goes.

[V8Mustang1967]

Decided to keep it, further progress to be reported as it goes.

Good idea! Killer project. Cant wait till i see the finished project.

[Marks99gt]

Nice ride. Keep us posted.

[Mustard]

looking good man

[beercan5.0]

Looks like it came a long way. Keep up the updates.

[Maximus]

Any updates?

[2Fast4You]

The engine is currently being built at this time to my specs. Working on finishing up some body work to get it to the spray booth. No new photos at this time.

[2Fast4You]

Here are a few current photos taken today. Taking a little longer than I wanted but I couldn't use the other cam I had so i had to order a custom grind billet cam. Not running a belt drive so the block needed to be machined for the timing chain. Short block will be finished the beginning of next week and the intent of the long block to be finished by the end of the week. I'm pretty sure I will run into needing to mill the intake because the heads have been milled and the block has been decked (.150). Crank is in the block, rods and pistons have been mated and went with a 9 key way billet true double roller timing chain. Currently file fitting the rings with the correct gap for NOS. Took the oil pan, timing cover, gaskets and intake bolts to the shop today as well. My expectations from this combo is mid to low 9's naturally aspirated and mid 8's on the bottle.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject056.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject055.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject051.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject044.jpg

[331lx]

Hell yea man lookin awesome..

[2Fast4You]

Hell yea man lookin awesome..

Thanks, yours looks like it is coming along as well. I just want to be running by this coming spring. I have never owned a car of this nature but have always wanted a mini tubbed coupe. It will be a whole other ball game but look forward to the experience. I have always wanted something like this since I was a teenager working on my dads cars (Mopar). Looking forward to getting my license and having some kick ass fun.

[2Fast4You]

Short block is finished, decided to have the heads O-Ringed so they will be done tomorrow and the long block finished next week, here are few more photos.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject059.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject058.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject061.jpg

[draggin50]

Should be nasty as hell when your done! Cant wait to see it out!

[2Fast4You]

Should be nasty as hell when your done! Cant wait to see it out!

You and me both buddy...

[draggin50]

Who ended up making your cam? I need a turbo cam for mine and not real sure who to go with.

[2Fast4You]

I will PM you some info about how I went about that.

[331lx]

Looking bad ass, wats the final compression on urs..

[SN95N/A]

Now just a quick question maybe dumb is that bar across rockers for support?

[Walter]

Now just a quick question maybe dumb is that bar across rockers for support?

Rocker stud girdle.

[2Fast4You]

Now just a quick question maybe dumb is that bar across rockers for support?

Yes, as Walter stated it is a rocker stud girdle, it is used to limit any rocker stud movement or rocking under load.



Looking bad ass, wats the final compression on urs..

13:00-1

[331lx]

Nice, that's what mine is. Urs should make awesome power

[rollingthunder]

Who ended up making your cam? I need a turbo cam for mine and not real sure who to go with.

I was impressed with ultradyne cams (bullet).

cars is coming along nicely. looks like it is going to be mean for sure

[2Fast4You]

I was impressed with ultradyne cams (bullet).

cars is coming along nicely. looks like it is going to be mean for sure

Yeah, I called them as well and thanks.

[2Fast4You]

a couple photos of some newly acquired parts needed to make the car run and to run cool.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject068.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject067.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject065.jpg

[331lx]

Nice, when u gonna b able to start it

[90fastgt]

This thing is goin to be nasty an look good to lol

[2Fast4You]

This thing is goin to be nasty an look good to lol

That's the plan.


Nice, when u gonna b able to start it

I had some additional work done to the heads that will be finished tomorrow and the complete engine finished next week, so it will be running this spring.

[2Fast4You]

I finished running the brake lines from the proportioning valve to the rear end, I think it turned out good. Wasn't exactly sure how I was going to do it at first but once again, it turned out good.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject069_zps4637be5b.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject070_zps1652be3b.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject076_zps70a567e2.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject077_zps91631d25.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject080_zpsa884e674.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject081_zps12c54696.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject083_zps1fbcaef0.jpg

[2Fast4You]

Now it's time to start on the fuel system, then on to installing the drive train.

[331lx]

Looking good man keep it goin

[2Fast4You]

Thanks, it's been such a painfully slow process, I want this thing running so bad it hurts.

[2Fast4You]

Engine build is complete, really trying to get this ready for spring.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject094_zps2b368dc4.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject093_zpsbde76e64.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject092_zpseb1edf6b.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject089_zps265aee48.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject091_zps3b8c7203.jpg

[mustang_gt88]

The engine looks good

[331lx]

Lookin good man, what kinda hp it gonna make

[2Fast4You]

Lookin good man, what kinda hp it gonna make

Naturally aspirated on E85 I'm hoping for 700-750hp, with a 250hp shot I'm hoping for 950-1000hp at the crank. Of course there are a lot of factors to it, this is best case scenario.


The engine looks good

Thanks

[bennyboy]

nlce that thing should haul the mail going to be a nice ride

[2Fast4You]

nlce that thing should haul the mail going to be a nice ride

Thanks, I have butterfly's in my belly.

[SN95N/A]

U think it will be done by spring

[draggin50]

Damn Shayne, looking good! Should run real good!

[2Fast4You]

The photos aren't the best but it looks a lot better in person, I will post better pics when I get it on the engine stand.

The plan is to have it running by spring.

Thanks Brian.

[2Fast4You]

Here are some better photos.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject104_zps50046240.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject103_zps3d433799.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject102_zpsc7572035.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject101_zps607d3937.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject100_zps4b8d2205.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject099_zps152bfc53.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject096_zps3cb485ae.jpghttp://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject095_zpsa0566310.jpg

[2Fast4You]

Forgot I have to send the torque converter back to PTC to rebuild it for my new application and modify the mounting tabs for the 1/8" block plate instead of a 1/4" mid plate. Also have to remove the timing marker to install the engine plate and modify my billet UPR timing marker to be used with the engine plate. Man there is always something to do and then redo. Also have to remove the baffles in the valve covers to work with the rocker stud girdles.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject109_zps71b31c52.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject118_zpsf8032904.jpg

[cyah92]

it should run 13s lol

[2Fast4You]

Give or take a few seconds, you suck...

[redfirepearlgt]

Get that car done Shane! Looking good.

[2Fast4You]

Get that car done Shane! Looking good.

Will do and thanks Chad.

[akagreg3]

geeze Shayne,
when i looked at this car in your garage -i didnt realize it was ready for flight :tongue2:

gonna be sick when its got it wings

[2Fast4You]

geeze Shayne,
when i looked at this car in your garage -i didnt realize it was ready for flight :tongue2:

gonna be sick when its got it wings

Just little things now to get it ready, the engine build was the biggest wait.
It's the primer, not going to worry about the paint until all mods are finished to the chassis and it's running correctly.

[cyah92]

Just trying to make Ricky feel good. Lol. That thing is going to reach the sky.

[2Fast4You]

Yeah, it's all about Ricky. Lol

[2Fast4You]

New additions too the interior.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject122_zpsac1faaec.jpg http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject121_zps8615e690.jpg

[331lx]

Hey I got two of those lol looks nice man

[2Fast4You]

Thanks, a lot left to do to make sure it's correct the first time.

[2Fast4You]

A couple additional pieces to compliment the steering.

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g338/way2fast4you2/1991MustangCoupeproject125_zps325b1d2d.jpg

[331lx]

One piece at a time, only way blue collar guys can do it lol..

[2Fast4You]

One piece at a time, only way blue collar guys can do it lol..

That's exactly correct, that is why I have no time to rush it.

[2Fast4You]

Haven't really done much being I have been super busy. Just a small update but no pics at this time, just sent out the torque converter for PTC to work some magic for the new combo. It was currently set up for a N/A motor, they said it would be loose for the NOS.
Who all is using a PTC converter and how do you like it?

[bbfstanger]

ive used ptc before and would use them again.
they are one of the best around and reasonably priced.

[331lx]

I am looking into ptc or fti for my converter needs, have heard great things bout em

[slow86fiveoh]

I have used 2 ptc converters and my buddy uses one as well they are super nice guys to deal with and my converters even though they weren't for all out race cars have been spot on. I always talk to Tim when I call

[2Fast4You]

I look forward to getting it back so I can get everything installed.

[2Fast4You]

PTC shipped out the torque convertor on Monday so I should get it today or tomorrow, gives me something to do this weekend. With the help of my brother we were able to get the trans mocked up in the chassis to measure for the drive shaft length needed. I will be using the one I had made for the BBF but it will need to be cut down. I'm able to sit the SBF further back in the trans tunnel. Should be completely fitted by the end of the weekend with the exhaust and everything.

[331lx]

Getting close now

[2Fast4You]

Just found out that my torque converter made it home safely, I can't wait so I'm on my way home now to play.

[blue5.8]

^^^ i know the feeling waiting on parts