I want to throw a different set of heads on because the '84 5.0L heads have a hole on the back of each with a pipe going to the smog pump. I have taken all but the pipe off. I'd just rather replace the heads and not worry about blocking that pipe. If I can find a nice deal on a cam I would love to put a cam in it. Right now the motor is pushing factory HP numbers which IIRC are around 130 at best. I want it to run smooth and be able to at least accelerate and not bog down under heavy throttle. I know all of the problems with the motor and its all CFI related. I have the money for an intake and carb, and probably a set of heads and a cam. Instead of buying a nice dovetail trailer, I would rather drive it to shows still. These problems have been scaring me into not driving it out of town.
Would a 600 be overkill? or should I put one on now if I do go with a cam and heads? I can always adjust the fuel pressure. I'm not worried about power numbers or the RPM range. This is all about driveability and reliability.
Well I'm sick of the CFI and I'm going Carbed. I've been looking at a Performer series intake and a Holley or Edelbrock 600 or 650 carb. I'm running a factory '84 Flat Tappet 5.0 with exhaust. I plan on putting different heads on it. All opinions and options I'm open to. Need some help shopping parts. Thanks guys.
My grandparents bought the Cougar in '86 for my Uncle, after he was killed it was stored for me. I've put a whole new fuel system, water pump, rebuilt valve body in the C4, Headliner, seats dyed, TC Hood, wheels, exhaust, 5 lug swap parts, suspension goodies. I've got about $4k wrapped up in it. I've got a $10k motor planned out and a full suspension to build on top of that.
It looks good man!! I've been trying to figure out how to make a ducktail for my Bird. I've been wanting to make a sheetmetal one, just havent had the time to form one and test fit it.
I bought a factory replacement booster, and I haven't bought a Master Cylinder yet. The booster is the problem I found out. I know nothing about brakes. I want to upgrade to rear disks, I'm really just pushing to get the brakes fixed for the car show I'm going to next month. I went last year and don't want to miss this year. All else fails I can haul my car there and just roll in the Zoo in 1st and mash the pedal til she stops.
I know most parts from 79-04 are interchangeable. I need to replace the Master Cylinder on my Cougar, will anything from a 90s Stang work and is there a difference between the GT and Cobra MC? How extensive is the replacement process? I found a 93 Cobra MC and Resevoir brand new, and it's what I would go with if possible. All suggestions and tips are appreciated.
I was looking for a scoop to mold onto the hood of the T-Bird, and this popped up. When I put it on, the underside will be cut out and made functional. The only thing I can find I like is a Mustang Cowl Induction, because it isn't squared off, it has curvature.
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That's the kinda thing I want to do. Just buy a beater civic/accord or something and do the stupidest modifications to it.
I agree, I want to buy something like a Geo Metro, but the stupid mods I would do would be free stuff. Like the big Coffee Can ler I found by the curb, lame decals, spray paint, sheetmetal spoiler, leftover underbody neons that people threw away.
I have power mirrors and windows, manual locks and seats. Also I have AM/FM only, no cassette. I love my Cougar so much lol. The only power item I do enjoy is power windows, and the only real reason is because in my car, I wouldn't like the crank on the door panel, I like the clean look. I will post a picture of my car, and I bet Eric is the only one who can point out something about my car that isn't factory, but no one would ever know it wasn't supposed to be there.
