Project TechnoStang 66 Mustang Coupe

[Crestronwizard]

Well, this is what I have to start with. Named it project TechnoStang because I plan to incorporate a lot of technology into this buildcentered around an in dash touchscreen (automation control is my day job). This will be used purely as a street car and any ideas are welcome.

[Ratty 46]

I'll be watching .... your day job should lend to this build with some kewl upgrades.

Ratt 46

[Bryce]

welcome!

[CruizinKev]

nice project! good luck!

[Crestronwizard]

I guess this is progress :-). Neighbors stopped by so I put em to work! My oldest son , Jake, helped a lot. Front end and all exterior chrome, etc is next.

[72mach1]

Look forward to seeing where you decide to take it.

[Crestronwizard]

Nothing earth shattering to show but the easy part is almost done.

http://albums.phanfare.com/isolated/eMFTdKxz/1/4972696

[Crestronwizard]

Car is stripped. Need someone that does bead blasting in NC. Any suggestions?

[Fast68back]

Cool project!

[Crestronwizard]

Some updates today........I ran across a 2004 Aluminum block 4.6L and a set of 4V heads so looks like I will be going the modular route. I will need a rotating assembly for it and recommendations are welcome. I will most likely put a turbo on it. Also talked to a body shop so may get it in sooner than I thought.

[chunger]

Some updates today........I ran across a 2004 Aluminum block 4.6L and a set of 4V heads so looks like I will be going the modular route. I will need a rotating assembly for it and recommendations are welcome. I will most likely put a turbo on it. Also talked to a body shop so may get it in sooner than I thought.

So I take it you're planning on something big for the front end of this car? Tube frame?

[Wesley J]

Nice. I'm going the same route, 4.6L 4V. I've been wanting to add a turbo as well but have decided against it due to packaging. My car ('67) is significantly wider and I'm going with a tubular front end w/struts. I'll be interested to see what front end you go with and how you package the turbo.

I am leaving my options open though. I'm planning for a ~400 HP NA motor at about 10:1 so I'm still open for some pressurizing. These motors run cool and have such good heads that you can easily throw 15 psi at them at 10:1 with out issue.

I look forward to the build!

Cheers,

Wes

[Wesley J]

Oh ya, rotating assembly: I went with used cobra stuff. The forged crank (96-98, 03-04) is supposed to be good to 900HP and 8500 rpm. The 03/04 cobra rods are Manley H beams good to similar power levels (96-98 cobra rods are junk). They can be had used for $200-300 each.

Not sure what you know about mod motors but stay away from the B heads if you can, you cant find intakes very easily.

Cheers,

Wes

[Crestronwizard]

Yes, exploring options now but regardless the shock towers are coming out :-). Thanks for the tips on the crank and rods and heads.

[cobraguy65]

Nice project! I am also a fan of the 4V engine. They are very efficient at making power. Mine has dynoed over 500 hp NA. As Chunger illuded to, Its a wide engine due to the double overhead cam design. This will require you to remove the shock towers. There are several manufactures on this board that can help. I would start by looking here www.totalcostinvolved.com/mustangf&r_intro.cfm

[Crestronwizard]

Put Jake to work and did some de-greasing. Car smells less musty now :-). Picking up the 32V 4.6 tomorrow. I really need some suggestions for the front and rear suspension. Been browsing posts and the TCI looks pretty good......

[2blownstangs]

nice project there man. Kinda strange that I'm selling my 3V 4.6 on the cheap too. Keep us posted on the build. I would go AirRide on that baby!

[racedaddy]

nice project there man. Kinda strange that I'm selling my 3V 4.6 on the cheap too. Keep us posted on the build. I would go AirRide on that baby!

pm me with a price for the 4.6 and some more info on it

[BulldawgMusclecars]

Nice project! I have 3 customer Mustangs in the shop right now (a '66 gt coupe, a '67 "Gt500E" convertible, and a '65 fastback that is getting the R-model treatment). None are getting mod motors unfortuantely...I've been itching to do one.

[Crestronwizard]

I am looking at ridetech's system. Anyone done one on a Mustang? Pro's and Con's?