Hello, I'm curious if the 1983 carbureted Tbird 3.8L mechanical fuel pump will interchange with later fuel injected 3.8L blocks. If the last year for the carb was 83 and the first year for throttle body fuel injection was 84, I would not expect Ford to redesign the entire block just to eliminate the mechanical fuel pump. That said, it would only make sence to change the timing cover, or add a block off plate to delete the mechanical pump. I suspect the year the Tbird switched to serpintine belt there was likely a change in the block, or atleast the timing cover. Anyone know any details ?
My 90 Tbird LX 3.8L does not have 5x4.5 lug pattern. I went to install some later model wheels and found out the hard way. According to Auto Zone parts number search, the Tbird went to 4.5" pattern in 1991. That said, in order to get my new wheels to mount, do I just swap the hubs and rotors from a 91+, or is there more involved ?
Can you guys provide some pictures of your sub-frame connectors ?
I can't decide on what route to take with mine. I plan on going extreme with these things so I want some ideas. At this point I'm thinking of buying the Global West pieces and adding additional support at the front and rear. Pics installed please.
Maybe I'm wrong but I noticed a member by the name "Aerocoupe" seems to have roll bar tubing subframe connectors that tie into the trunk frame. I like that idea.
