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SSSTANG
03-17-2017, 03:16 AM
Hello, The reason I discovered and joined the forum is after having a nightmare of a time with my transmission, I was Googling around, searching for answers for what would cause a pilot bearing to come apart during use and I found the thread on this forum concerning indexing a QuickTime bellhousing and specifically finding parallel and concentric between transmission and engine (input shaft/crankshaft).

I wanted to first introduce myself before asking questions. I have never considered my car "Pro Touring" but it may actually fit into the category since I love to drive it on the street. I have a 1981 Mustang Cobra with an LS454 and a (recently) faceplated Ford spec T56 Magnum. To mate the Ford transmission to the LS engine I have a one-off QuickTime bellhousing. I used the Ford transmission because I wanted a cable activated clutch for drag racing. The clutch is an Ace NexGen softlock.

I have owned the car for 31 years and it has seen many changes over the years. I have entered the cars info in PT Garage and will be posting in the Manual Transmission forum shortly. I would appreciate any advice.

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andrewb70
03-17-2017, 04:46 AM
Welcome! Good to see you here...

Andrew

Peter Mc Mahon
03-17-2017, 07:20 AM
I like the night shot of the flames under the car!. What kind of times have you run with it?

SSSTANG
03-17-2017, 08:15 AM
Hey Andrew. Mr Moderator!

SSSTANG
03-17-2017, 08:18 AM
Best so far, 1.27, 6.11@111, 9.59@144. If I can get the bellhousing, trans and clutch straightened out it should go 9.3x or better.

andrewb70
03-17-2017, 08:22 AM
Hey Andrew. Mr Moderator!

Ha! If only it was as glamorous that you might imagine! LOL

I've been around here since 2001!

Andrew

minendrews68
03-17-2017, 10:09 AM
Nice looking car!

SSSTANG
03-18-2017, 05:50 AM
Nice looking car!
Thank you.