New Project "R" thread - Page 8 - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

birdman941 · 12-16-2006, 09:43 PM

Hey John!
Where you been?
PM me.

shame302 · 12-17-2006, 02:54 AM

not too bad

fighting the part buying sickness...working my butt off....

Marks04DSG · 12-17-2006, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by birdman941

Yes and no.
That's where I got mine. ( It was 3495 then)
Maybe I can see if Boss 330 can build you a twin of mine?
It's a good starting point and saves you from getting a lot of BS parts.
If you are serious, I can configure one here as a drop-in,
and have it ready when you are.
That way, once it's all said and done,
the swap can probably be done in a day.
Maybe 2.
FloridaOrange (Matt) knows a local tuner here to burn a chip for it.

I am serious because I've already sat down with 2 builders up here working up detailed estimates and I am not too happy for what I'd be getting for the money. When you guys get time if you could PM with some ballparks? And from what I've read, a twin of yours is a good model except mine's an auto and would need a verter and flexplate to mate to the 8bolt crank, should be no biggy. (wouldn't think of runnung the stock verter with that rig)

Thanks Birdman

birdman941 · 12-17-2006, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Marks04DSG

I am serious because I've already sat down with 2 builders up here working up detailed estimates and I am not too happy for what I'd be getting for the money. When you guys get time if you could PM with some ballparks? And from what I've read, a twin of yours is a good model except mine's an auto and would need a verter and flexplate to mate to the 8bolt crank, should be no biggy. (wouldn't think of runnung the stock verter with that rig)

Thanks Birdman

PM sent.
We can go over things.
It's just as easy to build 2 as it is one.
Just have to get another engine stand.

birdman941 · 12-18-2006, 05:46 PM

Got more electrical items working,
then pulled the dash and installing brand new harness.
Pretty easy actually.
Just have to take your time.
Did some engine height adjustments last night,
and may need to lower it just a bit more. (to make a shaker bracket possible)
Not hard if it all goes ok.
Also, modded the tail light harnesses so all 3 taillights on each side
work with the brake lights, not just 2 of them.
Easy as adding a 3 prong socket to each side.

3150Mach1 · 12-18-2006, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by birdman941

Did some engine height adjustments last night,
and may need to lower it just a bit more. (to make a shaker bracket possible)
.

So are you going with a standard Mach1 hood???? Carbon fiber?????

birdman941 · 12-18-2006, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 03Mach150BP

So are you going with a standard Mach1 hood???? Carbon fiber?????

I am installing a 2000 "R" hood on the car when all is said and done.
After all this development work,
it would be silly to not at least try and get a shaker to hook to a 5.4 32V.
I think it is very possible though.
More minor adjustments to overall engine height.
Absolutely no offense anyone here, but I am trying to make this idiot proof.
Follow instructions, and BINGO!!
Sweating every detail here.

3150Mach1 · 12-18-2006, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by birdman941

I am installing a 2000 "R" hood on the car when all is said and done.
After all this development work,
it would be silly to not at least try and get a shaker to hook to a 5.4 32V.
I think it is very possible though.
More minor adjustments to overall engine height.
Absolutely no offense anyone here, but I am trying to make this idiot proof.
Follow instructions, and BINGO!!
Sweating every detail here.

Well if you expect me to pay for this thing when I fly down there then it better have a Mach1 hood on it with a shaker hood scoop. Don't want no Cobra R hood with fake cooling vents!!!!

98StangRidah · 12-18-2006, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 03Mach150BP

Well if you expect me to pay for this thing when I fly down there then it better have a Mach1 hood on it with a shaker hood scoop. Don't want no Cobra R hood with fake cooling vents!!!!

birdman941 · 12-18-2006, 08:06 PM

The Mach 1 shaker bracket will be available.
Have to develop it first.
(make sure it works)

birdman941 · 12-19-2006, 10:11 PM

Did more wiring work today.
I have a question if anyone knows, I would sure appreciate it.
This car has all new dash wiring.
Used my VIN (04 Mach 1) to get the correct harnesses.
Does the Mach 460 Stereo (2004 model year in case it makes a difference)
have a FRONT amplifier?
I have heard both ends of this from different sources.
I have looked on my Mach and cannot find any amp aside from the rear two.
Anyone know if it does have a front amp, and where is it in the car?
I have heard it is in the airbag module area plus other places.
(It's driving me nuts)

birdman941 · 12-19-2006, 11:48 PM

I found where an amp would mount.
It's on the dash "frame" below the radio. (Rearward of the airbag module)
I don't think I saw a front amp there on mine.
Have to look in the AM.

machowner · 12-19-2006, 11:57 PM

you putting a radio in it, I didn't think R's had that luxury.

birdman941 · 12-19-2006, 11:57 PM

This car will have everything.

98StangRidah · 12-20-2006, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by birdman941

This car will have everything.

DVD screens in the headrest and trunk?

:LAUGH:

birdman941 · 12-20-2006, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 98StangRidah

DVD screens in the headrest and trunk?

:LAUGH:

All the FACTORY bells and whistles.
AC, TC. Mach 460, etc.

machowner · 12-20-2006, 04:00 PM

:THUMBSUP:

98StangRidah · 12-20-2006, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by birdman941

All the FACTORY bells and whistles.
AC, TC. Mach 460, etc.

Man, if you would only paint that thing CO too :ORANGE:

birdman941 · 12-20-2006, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 98StangRidah

Man, if you would only paint that thing CO too :ORANGE:

Planning on Torch Red.
Unless someone comes and buys the car before it's painted..............
Had a couple offers already.

3150Mach1 · 12-20-2006, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by birdman941

Planning on Torch Red.
Unless someone comes and buys the car before it's painted..............
Had a couple offers already.

Would you dare to attempt mystic chrome??????

FloridaOrange · 12-20-2006, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 03Mach150BP

Would you dare to attempt mystic chrome??????

From what I hear that stuff is stupid expensive!

3150Mach1 · 12-20-2006, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FloridaOrange

From what I hear that stuff is stupid expensive!

But it would look so cool :THUMBSUP:

98StangRidah · 12-20-2006, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by birdman941

Planning on Torch Red.
Unless someone comes and buys the car before it's painted..............
Had a couple offers already.

how much?

you're on your way to opening a Stang shop.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 03Mach150BP

But it would look so cool :THUMBSUP:

it's not a driver's color, imho

3150Mach1 · 12-20-2006, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 98StangRidah

it's not a driver's color, imho

I know but looks cool for show cars. My next choice would be red.

birdman941 · 12-20-2006, 07:59 PM

I actually considered Azure Blue.
I really like it for some reason.................

12-16-2006, 09:43 PM	#176
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Re: New Project "R" thread Hey John! Where you been? PM me. __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

12-17-2006, 02:54 AM	#177
shame302 Halfbreed GT/Mach1/Cobra Join Date: May 2006 Location: I Love Your Mom, Massachusettes Posts: 1,128	Re: New Project "R" thread not too bad fighting the part buying sickness...working my butt off.... __________________ Clicky >>>Halfbreed... Mango Orange Y2K Mustang GT FRPP complete 2000 Cobra engine swap, T56 n' junk... Last edited by shame302; 12-17-2006 at 03:19 AM.

12-18-2006, 05:46 PM	#180
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Re: New Project "R" thread Got more electrical items working, then pulled the dash and installing brand new harness. Pretty easy actually. Just have to take your time. Did some engine height adjustments last night, and may need to lower it just a bit more. (to make a shaker bracket possible) Not hard if it all goes ok. Also, modded the tail light harnesses so all 3 taillights on each side work with the brake lights, not just 2 of them. Easy as adding a 3 prong socket to each side. __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

12-18-2006, 08:06 PM	#185
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Re: New Project "R" thread The Mach 1 shaker bracket will be available. Have to develop it first. (make sure it works) __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

12-19-2006, 10:11 PM	#186
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Mach 460 help needed Did more wiring work today. I have a question if anyone knows, I would sure appreciate it. This car has all new dash wiring. Used my VIN (04 Mach 1) to get the correct harnesses. Does the Mach 460 Stereo (2004 model year in case it makes a difference) have a FRONT amplifier? I have heard both ends of this from different sources. I have looked on my Mach and cannot find any amp aside from the rear two. Anyone know if it does have a front amp, and where is it in the car? I have heard it is in the airbag module area plus other places. (It's driving me nuts) __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

12-19-2006, 11:48 PM	#187
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Re: New Project "R" thread I found where an amp *would* mount. It's on the dash "frame" below the radio. (Rearward of the airbag module) I don't think I saw a front amp there on mine. Have to look in the AM. __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

12-19-2006, 11:57 PM	#188
machowner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: TN Posts: 1,455	Re: New Project "R" thread you putting a radio in it, I didn't think R's had that luxury. __________________ 2004 Azure Blue, 5sp. Build Date: 1/24/2004 Other: 2000 Lincoln LS V8, White Pearlescent Tri-Coat 1995 F-150 4x4, 5.0, duals, custom interior

12-19-2006, 11:57 PM	#189
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Re: New Project "R" thread This car will have everything. __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

12-20-2006, 04:00 PM	#192
machowner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: TN Posts: 1,455	Re: New Project "R" thread :THUMBSUP: __________________ 2004 Azure Blue, 5sp. Build Date: 1/24/2004 Other: 2000 Lincoln LS V8, White Pearlescent Tri-Coat 1995 F-150 4x4, 5.0, duals, custom interior

12-20-2006, 07:59 PM	#200
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Re: New Project "R" thread I actually considered Azure Blue. I really like it for some reason................. __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

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