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Zack
06-15-2007, 11:34 AM
You will obviously be using an 8 bolt steel crank for the build and will need an 8 bolt flexplate.

Well, that application is from a 2000 Mustang GT with a 'Windsor' engine.

I dont have the part # for you guys, but I do know there are 60 left in the country. I just ordered 2.
After these are gone, at the price of about $45, you will be forced to buy an SFI unit from one of the aftermarket companies for over $200.

Thought I'd pass it along.
KillJoy
06-15-2007, 11:36 AM
You will obviously be using an 8 bolt steel crank for the build and will need an 8 bolt flexplate.

Well, that application is from a 2000 Mustang GT with a 'Windsor' engine.

I dont have the part # for you guys, but I do know there are 60 left in the country. I just ordered 2.
After these are gone, at the price of about $45, you will be forced to buy an SFI unit from one of the aftermarket companies for over $200.

Thought I'd pass it along.


Order 1 more there Zack ;)

Just tell me the total.

:up:

KillJoy
juno
06-15-2007, 12:31 PM
Does the country include SHM?, they have some.
Breadfan
06-15-2007, 12:47 PM
I've heard the F150 has one too.

Haven't confirmed this though.
Zack
06-15-2007, 12:54 PM
I've heard the F150 has one too.

Haven't confirmed this though.

Ive heard that a Triton V10 might work, but again no confirmation.

Its the torque converter holes you have to be concerned with.
magindat
06-15-2007, 01:25 PM
This?
http://www.competitionproducts.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PRW1828101
Zack
06-15-2007, 01:32 PM
This?
http://www.competitionproducts.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PRW1828101

Those are out of stock and show a 6 bolt pattern.

I dunno :confused:
Drewstang
06-15-2007, 02:24 PM
What is needed, besides this flywheel, to make an 03 cobra short-block work in our cars? :)
STLR FN
06-15-2007, 02:33 PM
Yes some of the F-150's use an 8 bolt crank and flexplate. Windsor 5.4's I do believe. But as Zack stated if there are only 60 in country.. well....
Zack
06-15-2007, 06:42 PM
What is needed, besides this flywheel, to make an 03 cobra short-block work in our cars? :)

I said it once and Ill say it again Drew.
You are not doing yourself any good by putting a cobra shortblock in the car.
If you swap the -18cc pistons out for -3cc pistons, then you will be in good shape.

Other than that, you will need the mm oil pan, pick up tube and front cover.
Drewstang
06-16-2007, 06:30 PM
Ok, if I use the crank, rods, and block from the Cobra and ordered forged -3cc pistons from someplace would that make more sense? :)
Zack
06-16-2007, 07:23 PM
Ok, if I use the crank, rods, and block from the Cobra and ordered forged -3cc pistons from someplace would that make more sense? :)

Yes, that will get you back to 10:1 compression.
Then you can sell the pistons on a mustang site and recoop about 200-300 bucks.
Zack
06-16-2007, 07:26 PM
Here is the part #
XR3Z-6375-EA
Zack
06-16-2007, 08:40 PM
Ok, if I use the crank, rods, and block from the Cobra and ordered forged -3cc pistons from someplace would that make more sense? :)


Yes, that will get you back to 10:1 compression.
Then you can sell the pistons on a mustang site and recoop about 200-300 bucks.

You need to be real careful doing this piston swap.
After deglazing the cylinders with a hone, the chance of your piston to wall clearance being within range is not very good.
A qualified shop with good measuring tools is needed for this.
Mongoose
01-01-2008, 08:43 PM
Here is the part #
XR3Z-6375-EA
Zack, some questions:
Does that flexplate have 164 teeth and a 10 1/2" bolt circle for the TC?
Does it have "0" balance?
Does it meet SFI 29.1 spec?

I'm going to check with FRPP tomorrow regarding their flexplate M-6375-H46. It's 164 tooth, 0 balance, 8-bolt crank, but has a 11.25" TC bolt circle. I'd have to go to a different converter but I still need one that meets the SFI spec.
merc
01-01-2008, 09:25 PM
Zack, some questions:
Does that flexplate have 164 teeth and a 10 1/2" bolt circle for the TC?
Does it have "0" balance?
Does it meet SFI 29.1 spec?

I'm going to check with FRPP tomorrow regarding their flexplate M-6375-H46. It's 164 tooth, 0 balance, 8-bolt crank, but has a 11.25" TC bolt circle. I'd have to go to a different converter but I still need one that meets the SFI spec.

This is what you need, Performance Automatic PA26478-8
Mongoose
01-02-2008, 09:43 AM
This is what you need, Performance Automatic PA26478-8
Thanks Merc!
PA was also on my to call list. You are correct according to Bill at PA. Their website shows that FP is for a C4 tranny but it will also work with a 4R70W.
List price:$213.25
Ordered today:D
Mongoose
01-10-2008, 12:53 PM
After comparing the PA flexplate with the OEM, the only differences I can see besides the bolt patterns are an additional 4 stitch welds (see pic) on the TC side and a sticker that certifies it meets SFI 29.1. :shake:
Metal thickness is the same, possibly a different grade?:confused:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/1/1/2/5/Dsc_3158a.jpg