Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 03, 2016, 05:33:25 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 03, 2016, 05:33:25 PM
meet my new project.
it is currently powered by a stock 302 with 79,000kms (47,000 miles). I have added a set of headers and off road h pipe and 2.5" flowmasters. I have also done the Mustang 11" front brake upgrade with a crown vic master cylinder and Lincoln 73mm calipers. also put new struts in the front. picked up a 1994 351W that I am currently collecting parts to drop it in with a carb.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160427_201624-1_zps8mr4mtpk.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160427_201624-1_zps8mr4mtpk.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160430_165725_zpspijeq8xh.jpeg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160430_165725_zpspijeq8xh.jpeg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160424_162036_zpsfzhucfxt.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160424_162036_zpsfzhucfxt.jpg.html)
Here is the 351 and parts I have for it so far
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160624_170207_zpso6mxwvhl.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160624_170207_zpso6mxwvhl.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160617_121829_zpsxp81jsdu.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160617_121829_zpsxp81jsdu.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160422_075038_zpspbfzoiq2.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160422_075038_zpspbfzoiq2.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160422_075052_zpsbxd7cwpz.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160422_075052_zpsbxd7cwpz.jpg.html)
it is currently powered by a stock 302 with 79,000kms (47,000 miles). I have added a set of headers and off road h pipe and 2.5" flowmasters. I have also done the Mustang 11" front brake upgrade with a crown vic master cylinder and Lincoln 73mm calipers. also put new struts in the front. picked up a 1994 351W that I am currently collecting parts to drop it in with a carb.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160427_201624-1_zps8mr4mtpk.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160427_201624-1_zps8mr4mtpk.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160430_165725_zpspijeq8xh.jpeg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160430_165725_zpspijeq8xh.jpeg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160424_162036_zpsfzhucfxt.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160424_162036_zpsfzhucfxt.jpg.html)
Here is the 351 and parts I have for it so far
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160624_170207_zpso6mxwvhl.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160624_170207_zpso6mxwvhl.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160617_121829_zpsxp81jsdu.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160617_121829_zpsxp81jsdu.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160422_075038_zpspbfzoiq2.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160422_075038_zpspbfzoiq2.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/20160422_075052_zpsbxd7cwpz.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/20160422_075052_zpsbxd7cwpz.jpg.html)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 50tbrd88 on July 06, 2016, 06:14:26 PM
Post by: 50tbrd88 on July 06, 2016, 06:14:26 PM
Looks like a solid car. 351w power...can't go wrong there. Can you do a 351w with the stock hood?
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 06, 2016, 06:31:18 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 06, 2016, 06:31:18 PM
Not worried about the stock hood closing ;) 6-71's don't fit under any hood anyways.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Lodemia on July 06, 2016, 11:49:14 PM
Post by: Lodemia on July 06, 2016, 11:49:14 PM
Lots of potential there. Nice score!
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 83TB on July 11, 2016, 08:05:35 PM
Post by: 83TB on July 11, 2016, 08:05:35 PM
Nice ride, I have 351w in my tbird also, I have that same rear wing, but I have been on the fence about installing it.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Clayton on July 13, 2016, 07:57:32 PM
Post by: Clayton on July 13, 2016, 07:57:32 PM
Quote from: 1WLD BRD;456054
6-71's don't fit under any hood anyways.
You have peaked my interest.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 14, 2016, 10:23:15 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 14, 2016, 10:23:15 AM
Scored this fiberglass hood so the 6-71 idea is on a stand still for now
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/FB_IMG_1468506171827_zpsow0dcfdh.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FB_IMG_1468506171827_zpsow0dcfdh.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/FB_IMG_1468506171827_zpsow0dcfdh.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FB_IMG_1468506171827_zpsow0dcfdh.jpg.html)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: thunderjet302 on July 14, 2016, 02:47:58 PM
Post by: thunderjet302 on July 14, 2016, 02:47:58 PM
Somehow you keep finding Fox bodies in the great white north. You must have bought and sold everyone in Ontario ;)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 14, 2016, 08:04:25 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 14, 2016, 08:04:25 PM
Lol. I slowed down quite a bit for a few years. Got into Mustangs again. But am back out of those. Now I am back into playing with them again.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: deathbypsi on July 15, 2016, 10:21:16 AM
Post by: deathbypsi on July 15, 2016, 10:21:16 AM
lol thats the hood off my car!
(http://i681.photobucket.com/albums/vv173/deathbypsi/Turbocoupe/IMG_2011_zpskstqenwc.jpg) (http://s681.photobucket.com/user/deathbypsi/media/Turbocoupe/IMG_2011_zpskstqenwc.jpg.html)
(http://i681.photobucket.com/albums/vv173/deathbypsi/Turbocoupe/IMG_2011_zpskstqenwc.jpg) (http://s681.photobucket.com/user/deathbypsi/media/Turbocoupe/IMG_2011_zpskstqenwc.jpg.html)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 18, 2016, 10:31:04 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 18, 2016, 10:31:04 AM
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143918_zpsiyjlkmw0.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143918_zpsiyjlkmw0.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143910_zpsbiwki6tv.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143910_zpsbiwki6tv.jpg.html)
Gotta do a bit of tpuppies and elongate the bolt holes in the hinges to adjust it properly yet. But at least I have it now lol. Hope it clears my 351 carb set up.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143910_zpsbiwki6tv.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143910_zpsbiwki6tv.jpg.html)
Gotta do a bit of tpuppies and elongate the bolt holes in the hinges to adjust it properly yet. But at least I have it now lol. Hope it clears my 351 carb set up.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: deathbypsi on July 18, 2016, 10:43:06 AM
Post by: deathbypsi on July 18, 2016, 10:43:06 AM
So you must be friends of Rod and Steve I assume?
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 18, 2016, 11:27:20 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on July 18, 2016, 11:27:20 AM
Never heard of either. Though the guys name I bought this from was Steve
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: thunderjet302 on July 18, 2016, 05:35:36 PM
Post by: thunderjet302 on July 18, 2016, 05:35:36 PM
Quote from: 1WLD BRD;456191
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143918_zpsiyjlkmw0.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143918_zpsiyjlkmw0.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143910_zpsbiwki6tv.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160717_143910_zpsbiwki6tv.jpg.html)
Gotta do a bit of tpuppies and elongate the bolt holes in the hinges to adjust it properly yet. But at least I have it now lol. Hope it clears my 351 carb set up.
Won't clear a 6-71 but should clear the carb setup fine.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: rodsterh on July 24, 2016, 10:58:40 PM
Post by: rodsterh on July 24, 2016, 10:58:40 PM
Quote from: deathbypsi;456166
lol thats the hood off my car!
Small world! :D
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 02, 2016, 02:11:13 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 02, 2016, 02:11:13 PM
Summit delivery showed up. Trick flow heads and cam. Comp cams pro magnum rockers and new timing chain and edelbrock rpm intake. Plus the gaskets and ARP bolts and mechanical fuel pump and AN fittings and braided stainless line to convert to carb
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160802_134204_zpsl2oytmen.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160802_134204_zpsl2oytmen.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160802_134204_zpsl2oytmen.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160802_134204_zpsl2oytmen.jpg.html)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: deathbypsi on August 02, 2016, 03:23:01 PM
Post by: deathbypsi on August 02, 2016, 03:23:01 PM
Nice!
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: thunderjet302 on August 02, 2016, 04:38:41 PM
Post by: thunderjet302 on August 02, 2016, 04:38:41 PM
Quote from: 1WLD BRD;456531
Summit delivery showed up. Trick flow heads and cam. Comp cams pro magnum rockers and new timing chain and edelbrock rpm intake. Plus the gaskets and ARP bolts and mechanical fuel pump and AN fittings and braided stainless line to convert to carb
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160802_134204_zpsl2oytmen.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160802_134204_zpsl2oytmen.jpg.html)
Is that going on the 302 in the car or the 351?
Edit: Never-mind the Performer RPM 7121 is for 289-302s. I answered my own question :hick:.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 02, 2016, 07:22:24 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 02, 2016, 07:22:24 PM
Lol yup. Will finish getting what I need over winter to build the 351. For now will enjoy it with a mild 302
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: BradMph on August 03, 2016, 01:31:16 AM
Post by: BradMph on August 03, 2016, 01:31:16 AM
What rear wing is that? Looks nice on there.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 03, 2016, 08:07:11 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 03, 2016, 08:07:11 AM
I think it is the Ford motorsport wing
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160801_081633_zpszyyoay8r.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160801_081633_zpszyyoay8r.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160801_081633_zpszyyoay8r.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160801_081633_zpszyyoay8r.jpg.html)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 15, 2016, 12:15:29 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 15, 2016, 12:15:29 PM
Mocked up the engine after I checked PtoV clearance. Can't wait to finish assembling this thing and drop it in.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160813_114015_zpswlf99uzc.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160813_114015_zpswlf99uzc.jpg.html)
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160813_114015_zpswlf99uzc.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160813_114015_zpswlf99uzc.jpg.html)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 31, 2016, 01:30:13 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 31, 2016, 01:30:13 PM
Got some work done this weekend. Pulled the engine out.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160827_182513_zps4ixpejmg.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160827_182513_zps4ixpejmg.jpg.html)
Got the heads torqued, rockers adjusted, valve covers modified to clear. Intake on. Cut open the timing cover for a mechanical fuel pump. Bolted on the headers.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160828_181401_zpsyrkfegea.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160828_181401_zpsyrkfegea.jpg.html)
And dropped it in and bolted up the torque convertor and bell housing.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160829_182026_zpsqd1dd7rm.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160829_182026_zpsqd1dd7rm.jpg.html)
Can't wait to drive this thing again.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160827_182513_zps4ixpejmg.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160827_182513_zps4ixpejmg.jpg.html)
Got the heads torqued, rockers adjusted, valve covers modified to clear. Intake on. Cut open the timing cover for a mechanical fuel pump. Bolted on the headers.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160828_181401_zpsyrkfegea.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160828_181401_zpsyrkfegea.jpg.html)
And dropped it in and bolted up the torque convertor and bell housing.
(http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/1WLDBRD/Mobile%20Uploads/20160829_182026_zpsqd1dd7rm.jpg) (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/1WLDBRD/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160829_182026_zpsqd1dd7rm.jpg.html)
Can't wait to drive this thing again.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Lodemia on August 31, 2016, 01:51:01 PM
Post by: Lodemia on August 31, 2016, 01:51:01 PM
What did you use for a torque converter?
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: thunderjet302 on August 31, 2016, 07:04:05 PM
Post by: thunderjet302 on August 31, 2016, 07:04:05 PM
Make it go vroom soon.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 01, 2016, 05:58:34 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 01, 2016, 05:58:34 AM
Just the stock torque converter. Planning to go manual soon anyways. Ordering a new water pump today and a Lokar kick down cable.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 05, 2016, 03:55:00 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 05, 2016, 03:55:00 AM
Got it running last night. Rockers are tapping g on the valve covers though so had to shut it down instantly.
EDIT. that wasn't the sound. Turns out it was my mechanical fuel pump making the sound. Removed it and made a block off plate. Going electric pump
EDIT. that wasn't the sound. Turns out it was my mechanical fuel pump making the sound. Removed it and made a block off plate. Going electric pump
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Car Ride on September 05, 2016, 08:18:30 PM
Post by: Car Ride on September 05, 2016, 08:18:30 PM
The engine looks great. How did you manage to bolt it to the torque converter? Did you have the car off the ground?
It is going to be a blast getting use to all the new power.
It is going to be a blast getting use to all the new power.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 05, 2016, 09:46:37 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 05, 2016, 09:46:37 PM
Yes. Car is up on ramps. Easy to get at the nuts for the torque converter
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Beau on September 07, 2016, 02:27:05 PM
Post by: Beau on September 07, 2016, 02:27:05 PM
Good work dude.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 11, 2016, 07:06:49 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 11, 2016, 07:06:49 PM
[video]https://youtu.be/Ap6Gcxnfi-I[/video]
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Lodemia on September 12, 2016, 08:03:00 AM
Post by: Lodemia on September 12, 2016, 08:03:00 AM
Couldn't find a lumpier cam? Something that sounded a little throaty? Lol
Nice. Very nice.
Nice. Very nice.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 12, 2016, 08:33:59 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 12, 2016, 08:33:59 AM
Stock cam. That's all that will work with these flat top pistons and 58cc trick flow heads ;)
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Lodemia on September 12, 2016, 02:29:25 PM
Post by: Lodemia on September 12, 2016, 02:29:25 PM
Quote from: 1WLD BRD;457117
Stock cam. That's all that will work with these flat top pistons and 58cc trick flow heads ;)
Uh huh. Tfs-2 maybe?
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 12, 2016, 05:05:43 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on September 12, 2016, 05:05:43 PM
Nope. Had a trick flow cam and tried it. Way too close to risk. These heads come with a tag warning that you have to have aftermarket pistons. These aren't the usual 70cc combustion chamber ones you usually see.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 29, 2017, 10:25:55 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 29, 2017, 10:25:55 AM
Just to up date this. I tore the engine out and sold all the parts and dropped a 2005 6.0L LSX into it. Team Z K member and coil over kit. Maximum motorsport Tbird caster camber plates, and more.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Tbird232ci on August 29, 2017, 11:30:12 AM
Post by: Tbird232ci on August 29, 2017, 11:30:12 AM
Which LSX did you put in it. I deal with the L96 at work a lot, and we have been starting to have issues with the cam phasers on them.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 29, 2017, 01:02:18 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 29, 2017, 01:02:18 PM
Lq4
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Tbird232ci on August 29, 2017, 04:46:05 PM
Post by: Tbird232ci on August 29, 2017, 04:46:05 PM
Have you considered an LS3 head/intake combo?
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 29, 2017, 05:54:11 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on August 29, 2017, 05:54:11 PM
Nope lol. This one is getting a cheap 7875 Chinese turbo lol
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on October 29, 2017, 10:18:41 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on October 29, 2017, 10:18:41 AM
got the EFI conversion running and unlocked the ECM. have a small exhaust leak to fix on the passenger side yet but making progress.
[video=youtube_share;RkJC-lNkEJ4]https://youtu.be/RkJC-lNkEJ4[/video]
[video=youtube_share;RkJC-lNkEJ4]https://youtu.be/RkJC-lNkEJ4[/video]
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on March 11, 2018, 08:18:20 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on March 11, 2018, 08:18:20 PM
She's almost ready to go for it's maiden cruise.
[video=youtube_share;VMxXk3aTrb8]https://youtu.be/VMxXk3aTrb8[/video]
[video=youtube_share;VMxXk3aTrb8]https://youtu.be/VMxXk3aTrb8[/video]
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: bodyman on March 11, 2018, 09:12:13 PM
Post by: bodyman on March 11, 2018, 09:12:13 PM
How'd she do? Did you keep a gm auto bolted to it?
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on March 12, 2018, 04:49:43 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on March 12, 2018, 04:49:43 AM
Hasn't got out yet. Still a bit of work left to do.
Yes it is a GM auto. 700R4 right now. I know it isn't going to love long behind the 6.0L. But it was dirt cheap so I don't care lol. I am on the fence about building it or just throwing a 4L80E in it. Planning to throw a 7875 turbo on this and shooting for 700whp. So the 4L80 is my best bet.
Yes it is a GM auto. 700R4 right now. I know it isn't going to love long behind the 6.0L. But it was dirt cheap so I don't care lol. I am on the fence about building it or just throwing a 4L80E in it. Planning to throw a 7875 turbo on this and shooting for 700whp. So the 4L80 is my best bet.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: jcassity on March 12, 2018, 02:09:36 PM
Post by: jcassity on March 12, 2018, 02:09:36 PM
wow, very nice!
exhaust sounds really nice
exhaust sounds really nice
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: jcassity on March 12, 2018, 02:14:22 PM
Post by: jcassity on March 12, 2018, 02:14:22 PM
sending my son the youtube vids, he will be drooling for days
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on March 12, 2018, 07:14:39 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on March 12, 2018, 07:14:39 PM
Lol. Thanks man. Long tube headers. Off road h pipe and dynomax super turbo lers.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: Haystack on March 13, 2018, 04:03:26 AM
Post by: Haystack on March 13, 2018, 04:03:26 AM
I was just showing my buddy some of your old youtube videos
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on May 03, 2018, 08:51:46 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on May 03, 2018, 08:51:46 PM
Got around to working in this the other day. Got the interior back together and neutral start switch and back up lights wired up along with the shift indicator light.
Love the way the interior is turning out
Love the way the interior is turning out
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on May 04, 2018, 09:07:33 AM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on May 04, 2018, 09:07:33 AM
Engine has changed quite a bit since the last pic I posted too
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: thunderjet302 on May 04, 2018, 04:33:31 PM
Post by: thunderjet302 on May 04, 2018, 04:33:31 PM
Fancy air filter heat shield you got there.
Just out of curiosity how much of that B&M shifter case can you cut down? I like some of them but I don't want to put one in if I have to hack the console up.
Just out of curiosity how much of that B&M shifter case can you cut down? I like some of them but I don't want to put one in if I have to hack the console up.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on May 04, 2018, 06:54:00 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on May 04, 2018, 06:54:00 PM
I could have gone about an inch lower if i remember correctly.
Title: picked up a decent 1984 5.0L Thunderbird
Post by: 1WLD BRD on June 23, 2018, 09:48:12 PM
Post by: 1WLD BRD on June 23, 2018, 09:48:12 PM
Ended up doing a TBSS intake and 30lb injector swap. Also just finished doing an engine bay wire tuck. Have a 92mm TB coming this week for it. It's almost done.
Can't wait to take this thing out and hit the track
[video=youtube_share;lh2ZwDN60tk]https://youtu.be/lh2ZwDN60tk[/video]
Can't wait to take this thing out and hit the track
[video=youtube_share;lh2ZwDN60tk]https://youtu.be/lh2ZwDN60tk[/video]