1965 4v twin turbo Falcon

[Doodler]

Hi,
Figured I'd might as well start a build thread for my Falcon. I bought this car when I was 15 and restored it while limping a half finished car to school everyday. I'd work on it until late at night and every morning I'd rush to put it back together enough to get to school. Once I went to college, it got thrown on wheel dollies, spun sideways and shoved to the back of the garage with a car cover at my parents house.

Fast forward 20 years. I decided to pull it out and finally build it how I always wanted to but could never afford it on the minimum wage after school jobs.

This is the first time the car saw the light of day in 2 decades.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/DSC00030_zpstyt05ccy-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/DSC00030_zpstyt05ccy.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/DSC00039_zpsag2bgug3-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/DSC00039_zpsag2bgug3.jpg.html)



I didn't like how the bumpers felt tacked on. So I sectioned both sides 1" and tucked them into the side of the fenders.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/DSC00134_zps0i8sh8ad-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/DSC00134_zps0i8sh8ad.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/DSC00690_zpsvkj5qkwg-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/DSC00690_zpsvkj5qkwg.jpg.html)



Not going to have a front plate. So I cut it out, sectioned the opening and am going to build a spot for a couple of foglights.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/DSC00135_zpslemnc8jx-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/DSC00135_zpslemnc8jx.jpg.html)



The factory unibody frame not going to be a good idea. So I put the car on a rotisserie and pulled it all along with all the wiring, brake lines, etc. A friend owns a chassis shop. So I bought it over to his shop where we could put it on a chassis table and build something MUCH better. So to get it there, I had to build a makeshift chassis out of 4x4s and caster wheels.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0119_zpshzqel9fv-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMAG0119_zpshzqel9fv.jpg.html)



Stripping the car down. Making sure its extremely straight.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0052_zpsywnqkjhm-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMAG0052_zpsywnqkjhm.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0051_zpsn6mra6lb-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMAG0051_zpsn6mra6lb.jpg.html)



Loading it on the trailer.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0071_zpsky1opoua-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMAG0071_zpsky1opoua.jpg.html)

[Doodler]

AT THE CHASSIS SHOP:

The car on the chassis table.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/DSC04141_zpsemtc6s0l-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/DSC04141_zpsemtc6s0l.jpg.html)



Full length tube chassis.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/Falcon01_zpsv5zrpvke-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/Falcon01_zpsv5zrpvke.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/Falcon02_zpsmzyxcbay-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/Falcon02_zpsmzyxcbay.jpg.html)




Mustang II front end
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/Falcon04_zpstg4c52cn-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/Falcon04_zpstg4c52cn.jpg.html)




In order to have enough room, we recessed the firewall 2". Test fitting the 4v 4.6
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0020_zpshh9ve9ww-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0020_zpshh9ve9ww.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0013_zpsdbyfibkx-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0013_zpsdbyfibkx.jpg.html)




Tin work all done.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0305_zpspn7etjyy-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0305_zpspn7etjyy.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0323_zpsl8zvadwn-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0323_zpsl8zvadwn.jpg.html)




First time on the ground with the new chassis
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0029_zpsj3ulguxw-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0029_zpsj3ulguxw.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0028_zpskqmrml0q-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0028_zpskqmrml0q.jpg.html)





On it's way back home.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0371_zpsp3waznxm-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0371_zpsp3waznxm.jpg.html)

[Doodler]

BACK AT HOME.

I want a race car disguised as a street car. I also want all of the creature comforts. So the car will be getting a full interior. Interior sprayed with Lizard Skin.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0425_zpsfsw0xkuz-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0425_zpsfsw0xkuz.jpg.html)



I was going to retro fit a 2010 interior into the car as much as possible. Being plastic though, it wasn't going to very easy to modify parts to fit.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_0746_zps1b38jxic-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_0746_zps1b38jxic.jpg.html)



So I decided to make fiberglass panels and have them leather wrapped. First plan was to use foam insulation panels and carve them out. Since resin eats a way at this type of foam, I planned on wrapping it all in plastic first. The problem was that the plastic would pull up every time I tried to brush resin on. These are the panels pre-shaped.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1075_zpsdklokp5d-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_1075_zpsdklokp5d.jpg.html)



I decided to use 2 part foam. It won't get eaten by resin and it'll allow be to fit the pieces a little better.

So I lined the whole area with plastic and made cardboard block off panels.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1100_zpsj3xhqiws-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_1100_zpsj3xhqiws.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1099_zpsgzqv2edw-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_1099_zpsgzqv2edw.jpg.html)



Foam poured in. The stuff sets really fast. So I did it in 4 parts.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1122_zps9tfsrlfa-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_1122_zps9tfsrlfa.jpg.html)



First initial cut
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1125_zpsuzlt8usn-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_1125_zpsuzlt8usn.jpg.html)



Shaping with air sanders. Still really roughed in. I figure the back should take 4 pieces to fit around the roll cage.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1130_zps5ri3s1vl-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/Falcon/IMG_1130_zps5ri3s1vl.jpg.html)

[Jetfixr320]

Looking good. Subscribed!

[Zanie]

Cool!

[GRNOVA]

Going to watch this one. Cool build!

[wfo guy]

Tell me some details about the foam, please. Which 4.6 are you using?

[Doodler]

Thanks guys!


Tell me some details about the foam, please. Which 4.6 are you using?
It's a 2 part pour foam. Pretty sure it's also used in boats. This is where I got it from. Although you can probably find some place local. I works really well and dries like a rock in about 20 minutes. Bit of advice, use gloves. It's not corrosive, but its a pain in the ass to get off your hands. We have fingerprint scanners at work and it completely filled in my prints, lol. I had to go to security and explain so they would just let me in.

http://www.expresscomposites.com/repair.html

I'm using a TEKSID 4.6 with an MMR 1500hp rotating assembly.

[Yellow66]

Definitely following this.

[ProMav71]

Thanks guys!


It's a 2 part pour foam. Pretty sure it's also used in boats. This is where I got it from. Although you can probably find some place local. I works really well and dries like a rock in about 20 minutes. Bit of advice, use gloves. It's not corrosive, but its a pain in the ass to get off your hands. We have fingerprint scanners at work and it completely filled in my prints, lol. I had to go to security and explain so they would just let me in.

http://www.expresscomposites.com/repair.html

I'm using a TEKSID 4.6 with an MMR 1500hp rotating assembly.

Not sure if your aware but you can use the pink house foam panels you just have to use a 2 part epoxy resin instead of a Polyester or Vinyl ester resins. Guys build custom kayaks out of it all the time. Epoxy resin is not that much more expensive when you consider the cost of 2 part foam. Love the Falcon BTW, Nice build!

[Motown 454]

Nice project looking forward to seeing more. Subscribed!

[Dave R]

Love it. A man after my own heart. I just missed out on a 64 I was going to run 25.2 with twins on a small block. Looking again. I now have a 4.6 DOHC in a 63 Fairlane that I'm deciding on a power adder for.

The car looks killer. Keep it up and keep us posted!

Dave

[Munssey]

The Falcon builds are starting to come on strong! Nice work. Keep us updated on the progress.

[Doodler]

Not sure if your aware but you can use the pink house foam panels you just have to use a 2 part epoxy resin instead of a Polyester or Vinyl ester resins. Guys build custom kayaks out of it all the time. Epoxy resin is not that much more expensive when you consider the cost of 2 part foam. Love the Falcon BTW, Nice build!

Yeah, I started looking around at what I would need vs shaping the pink foam. The 2 part foam sands and shapes so well. Plus the panels seem to fit better in the car because they fit the form of the car. I've got the back and rear panels almost all shaped. I'm sure my neighbors just love me with the air sanders going all the time, lol! I'll try and get updated pics posted this weekend.

[Doodler]

Love it. A man after my own heart. I just missed out on a 64 I was going to run 25.2 with twins on a small block. Looking again. I now have a 4.6 DOHC in a 63 Fairlane that I'm deciding on a power adder for.

The car looks killer. Keep it up and keep us posted!

Dave

I tried to sell this car 3 or 4 times for a total of about a week. It would be something like a monday and I'd say, "if it isn't gone by wednesday I'll just keep it". Obviously not very motivated. In fact I had a guy call one time and I told him it was already sold. I don't really see a lot of them around. And there is just too much blood, sweat and tears into this car. People told me that if I ever sold it, i'd regret it because it happened to them. So that's always been in the back of my mind.

A friend of my dad's has a 63 Fairlane. I always like the look of them. Big brother to the Falcon :) I'm a turbo guy, so I say go that way. But throwing a wipple on it would be way easier and a hell of a lot cheaper. Even with the 4.0l wipple, I'd have a hard time hitting my hp goals and still making it streetable.


The Falcon builds are starting to come on strong! Nice work. Keep us updated on the progress.

Thanks!

[Doodler]

Just a little update.

Finished shaping the back. Rear side panels are poured, shaped and speakers are fitted.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1163_zpseplyilob-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_1163_zpseplyilob.jpg.html)

Started on the door panel:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1158_zps0j4h6sqz-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_1158_zps0j4h6sqz.jpg.html)


Laid out the design after roughing in the height.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1159_zpsazrzgkqu-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_1159_zpsazrzgkqu.jpg.html)

All shaped and ready to be fitted to the car.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMG_1161_zpsqi1x7juj-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_1161_zpsqi1x7juj.jpg.html)

[Justin@EntropyRad]

something inside is screaming for CARBON FIBER to be laid over the foam ;-)

[Munssey]

something inside is screaming for CARBON FIBER to be laid over the foam ;-)


It would take a few layers in between the Carbon and the foam so that the resin doesnt away at the foam but I like where you're going with that idea for the doors!

[Doodler]

I'm planning on making 2 speedster pods for the back panel. Just trying to figure out how to attach them because I'm not sure it can go together all in one piece. Right now, everything can be easily removed through the roll cage.

Carbon fiber would look pretty sweet. Never worked with it before though. Granted, this is my first time with foam. But something tells me that CF is a lot less forgiving.

[RIDES BY DESIGN]

good start

[linkstar69]

Cool car with great ideas, the foam sculpted panels look great.

[Decurion]

Any updates?

[rohrt]

subscribing

[2dr_sedan]

Looks like it's gonna be fun!

[Zoomin]

Subbing to see where the room for two turbos is going to be found. Cool build for sure.

[813Demon340]

Cool build! I really like what you're doing with the foam.

[blade]

Nice build!

[TX OUTLAW]

Cool build,any updates?

[GrabberGT]

subscribed for updates. I like the interior work.

[rfalker1]

i like turbos! looking good! what size are you going to run?

[no go nova]

This needs a update i'm loving the foam idea for the interior.

[Doodler]

Trying to get back on this. Life got in the way (Laid off, went back to school, new job, 7mo of PT from being rear-ended). Hopefully this will keep me pushing to get this car done!

Lots of body work. I painted it hotrod black to double check that it's laser straight. A couple of little areas that i'm not entirely happy with quite yet. I was planning on painting it blue, but i'm kind of digging the flat black. Jury is still out.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_3648_zpskhpfqegg-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_3648_zpskhpfqegg.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4156202_zpsepjmpojo-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4156%202_zpsepjmpojo.jpg.html)

Installed Kindig door handles
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4409_zpsnajzte3z-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4409_zpsnajzte3z.jpg.html)

Shaved the gas cap and installed a flush mount Hot Match gas cap. Super small. It's a little bigger than the size of a gas nozzle.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4413_zpsnoryhdto-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4413_zpsnoryhdto.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4410_zpszhnhjhwp-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4410_zpszhnhjhwp.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4411_zpsi5h0xquk-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4411_zpsi5h0xquk.jpg.html)

Motor built and 62mm turbos purchased
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4154202_zps8dv9fqt9-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4154%202_zps8dv9fqt9.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4215_zpsqmrpthkg-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4215_zpsqmrpthkg.jpg.html)

Autometer gauges installed in a Scott Drake mustang gauge panel. Ididit Pro Lite column, NRG release.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4136_zpsfidvzq4c-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4136_zpsfidvzq4c.jpg.html)

Relocated the master cylinder behind the dash and the reservoirs are in the dash where the speaker would have been.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4407_zpsk7dnivwf-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4407_zpsk7dnivwf.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4408_zpsv7xjamwq-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4408_zpsv7xjamwq.jpg.html)

Last but not least: Helping dad with a new toy he picked up. 53' chevy 150. 1-owner car.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4173_zpsppyty7wp-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4173_zpsppyty7wp.jpg.html)

[andrewb70]

Good progress. The 53 needs the "derelict" treatment!

Andrew

[Project Bike Truck]

Trying to get back on this. Life got in the way (Laid off, went back to school, new job, 7mo of PT from being rear-ended). Hopefully this will keep me pushing to get this car done!

Lots of body work. I painted it hotrod black to double check that it's laser straight. A couple of little areas that i'm not entirely happy with quite yet. I was planning on painting it blue, but i'm kind of digging the flat black. Jury is still out.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_3648_zpskhpfqegg-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_3648_zpskhpfqegg.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4156202_zpsepjmpojo-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4156%202_zpsepjmpojo.jpg.html)

Installed Kindig door handles
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4409_zpsnajzte3z-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4409_zpsnajzte3z.jpg.html)

Shaved the gas cap and installed a flush mount Hot Match gas cap. Super small. It's a little bigger than the size of a gas nozzle.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4413_zpsnoryhdto-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4413_zpsnoryhdto.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4410_zpszhnhjhwp-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4410_zpszhnhjhwp.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4411_zpsi5h0xquk-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4411_zpsi5h0xquk.jpg.html)

Motor built and 62mm turbos purchased
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4154202_zps8dv9fqt9-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4154%202_zps8dv9fqt9.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4215_zpsqmrpthkg-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4215_zpsqmrpthkg.jpg.html)

Autometer gauges installed in a Scott Drake mustang gauge panel. Ididit Pro Lite column, NRG release.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4136_zpsfidvzq4c-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4136_zpsfidvzq4c.jpg.html)

Relocated the master cylinder behind the dash and the reservoirs are in the dash where the speaker would have been.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4407_zpsk7dnivwf-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4407_zpsk7dnivwf.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4408_zpsv7xjamwq-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4408_zpsv7xjamwq.jpg.html)

Last but not least: Helping dad with a new toy he picked up. 53' chevy 150. 1-owner car.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2018/09/IMG_4173_zpsppyty7wp-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_4173_zpsppyty7wp.jpg.html)

Can you tell me about that steering wheel? It kind of matches the wheels in my car minus the wood part?

[Doodler]

Good progress. The 53 needs the "derelict" treatment!

Andrew

I agree with you. Unfortunately, my dad and I have WILDLY different opinions. Looks like it's going to stay pretty much as is, just get it roadworthy.


Can you tell me about that steering wheel? It kind of matches the wheels in my car minus the wood part?

Here is where I got it from. A lot of different options. I just wanted to have a nod to the vintage wood style.
http://bigdogauto.com/b-101597-forever-sharp-steering-wheels.html

[Boosted Falcon]

Nice build and looking forward to more updates.

[Project Bike Truck]

I agree with you. Unfortunately, my dad and I have WILDLY different opinions. Looks like it's going to stay pretty much as is, just get it roadworthy.



Here is where I got it from. A lot of different options. I just wanted to have a nod to the vintage wood style.
http://bigdogauto.com/b-101597-forever-sharp-steering-wheels.html

Thanks for the heads up.

[Doodler]

Twin turbo kit built. It's tight, but it's in!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2019/05/IMG_5553_zps2cczflnz-1.jpg (https://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_5553_zps2cczflnz.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2019/05/IMG_5555_zpsublowwc3-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_5555_zpsublowwc3.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2019/05/IMG_5519_zpsy1ojmbwm-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_5519_zpsy1ojmbwm.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2019/05/IMG_5520_zpswnuynxxo-1.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/Doodler46/media/IMG_5520_zpswnuynxxo.jpg.html)

[Jetfixr320]

Very tight! Looks great!

[Doodler]

Very tight! Looks great!

Thanks! We had to cut the back of the headlight buckets just a bit in order to get the air2water intercoolers behind them.

[neongreen]

I don't want to be "that guy", but since we're dealing with this same issue at work, I gotta bring it up.

I think you'd gain a lot by moving the intakes away from the radiator. A little heat on the inlet of the turbo is a lot of heat on the outlet of the turbo.

[Doodler]

I don't want to be "that guy", but since we're dealing with this same issue at work, I gotta bring it up.

I think you'd gain a lot by moving the intakes away from the radiator. A little heat on the inlet of the turbo is a lot of heat on the outlet of the turbo.

I know it's not ideal, but there is literally no other way to fit all of it in. As it is, the exhaust has to go up and over the front tires before it can drop back down. There is an air/water intercooler on each side because given the space, an air2air wouldn't do much but block air. Just had to face the fact that Ford apparently didn't intend to have that much crammed in the front of these little cars :)

[Boosted Falcon]

I can relate to what a packaging puzzle it is when installing anything other than a SBF in one of these cars, I am impressed how you managed to make room. I am installing a 3.5 V6 EcoBoost in a 64 Falcon(a bunch smaller package than your project) and just starting to work on packaging the turbo plumbing and intercooler. I do have a little extra room the move the radiator back a few inches to help with room for the intercooler can AC condenser.

[Doodler]

Still need to get some inner fenders built, but they'll be more of a rock catcher/heat shield so I don't burn the paint off the fenders. Here is the piping for a2w. You can see the headlight buckets even had to be clearanced.

A 3.5 ecoboost should get your car to haul the mail pretty well. Not sure of what the dimensions are of them. I do know that a dohc 4.6 is wider than the 460 that was going to go in the car.

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[neongreen]

I know it's not ideal, but there is literally no other way to fit all of it in. As it is, the exhaust has to go up and over the front tires before it can drop back down. There is an air/water intercooler on each side because given the space, an air2air wouldn't do much but block air. Just had to face the fact that Ford apparently didn't intend to have that much crammed in the front of these little cars :)

Sounds like you need hood scoops!

[Doodler]

Sounds like you need hood scoops!

Yeah, I'm going to try and build something to grab some better air from the hood.

[Slick50]

Holy crap! You plan on making that thing fly next? If it doesn't fly I'm sure the pavement will wince in pain. Looking damn good.

-High school friend :)

[windsor]

Bump for updates!

[ProTouring442]

I know I'm a bit late on this, but epoxy resin won't eat the foam. It's also more thermally stable (won't warp or sag in heat).

[Doodler]

Been a long time since I posted any updates. I have a very strict "cash-n-carry" policy for myself on toys. So i've been working a ton to get the cash and finishing up on all of the tedious wiring. I decided that I like shiny cars, So I blew it apart over at my dad's place and painted the car marshmallow white.

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Almost all of the wiring is done, fuel system is all plumbed. I decided to go the on-board air route for boost control instead of CO2 since it's going to be an 80% street car. Transmission should be here next week. Down to finish up the Holley Dominator EFI. A buddy was helping me build a custom harness so it's all hidden under the intake.

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[windsor]

Sheeeeew buddy that looks good!

[Doodler]

Sheeeeew buddy that looks good!

Thanks!

[c91x]

Looks great!

[jaybee]

I like the white, and what a cool and unique car.

[Doodler]

I like the white, and what a cool and unique car.


Looks great!

Thanks guys!