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[justbob]

Well, it was going to be...

I decided against the T56 in favor of the much stronger TR6060 and twin disc w/hydraulic TOB.

I started this a few weeks back with no real guidance, but a vision to see it through.

MANY thanks to everyone involved because I literally pulled out all my aces on this as time was a serious crunch to hit my dyno app. all the while of piggy backing another build to be dynoed on the same day. The last night I went to bed at 5:50 AM for a 40 min. nap just to wake up and hit the road for an hour and a half trip to Mr. Norms with both cars only ever getting a 20 minute test drive the night before.:eek: Poor Brandon (lowbuckMM) worked all day and made it 4:30 AM before he crashed on my couch for the SECOND night in a row! Joe (Guspech750) literally lived in my garage coming and going whether I was there or not! I think both of these guys actually still like doing this crap?:shake: Zack for his unbelievable phone support and shipping his pulley remover and rear head cooling kit so fast you'd think he turbo'd the damn mail truck. Casey (CBT) for next day airing his own parts he has been collecting to help me out! But MOST importantly my wife Melanie for understanding the need for speed and what it takes to get there!!! I know there were more and I am am very sorry if I left you out!! I can edit...

I SCORED an 1800 mile trans, disc set, pressure plate, flywheel, shifter, brake booster, and master cylinder from a 2012 GT500 for $1000.00 SHIPPED. < My biggest motivator..

I also bought the following from many different vendors, and or private sellers. New custom Telescoping Cromoly Driveshaft (trans has a fixed yoke like our rear ends), Misc. steel for the cross member, factory, Ford Racing, and ARP bolts, bolts, and more bolts, shifter handle extension, boot and handle, and about $100 in misc little ACE hardware crap for the pedals, a fox body pedal set, and a '07 Shelby set.

The engine was a 3500 mile Cobra short block I bought off Motorhead350 a good while back. I had a valve job done on my heads along with Crower stage 2 blower cams, Manley intake valves and +1 oversized exhaust valves, retainers, keepers, and seals, and Brian Tooley Racing valve springs < you NEED to do business with Brian, he is what customer service in most vendors need to learn from!

The Driveshaft was the easiest to get out of anything! Local, same day, damn near bomb proof, and CHEAP! Spicer 1350 yoke/u joints, and built to my exact specs from Midwest Driveshaft.

Speedo was a simple new pigtail and calibrated on the dyno. Phone app reveals it is dead on at 30 but is still off about 4.5 MPH at 70.

Everything was a simple bolt on mechanically speaking. I was determined from the beginning to keep my output shaft at the closest possible elevation as the 4r70 to rule out driveline vibrations. I ended up 3/16" lower, I can live with that.;)

So that definitely ruled out using the stock cross member, so out with the welder. I had to use metal that would fit between the trans and the mount and that equaled exactly 1" of space. I went to my metal supplier and found the perfect material, 3/4" X 1 1/2" rectangular tubing. Knowing that wouldn't be enough, I opted for a split rail design with center supports. I used the inboard cross member holes and shot up 30* immediately to accommodate any exhaust system I would ever want in the future. Hopefully the very near future. I built in an 1/8" rise in the center for deflection, but the point was mute. there was NO giving to this cross member!:D I also relocated the OEM parking brake cable, mounted upside down, and trimmed here and there to the cross member perch. Works perfect.:up: As now I have to use it!

RPMS are awesome with the 4.30's!!! This thing HURTS you at any gear and purrs at 2050 RPMS at 80!!! Only 1550 at 60!

The dyno was at Mr. Norms and was way not right. Thanks to taking advice from some I ended up not degreeing the cams, plus to be fare I flat out ran out of time. Tim Barth shook his head and said some Blower cams will not only make much, but have the possibility of robbing power if not degreed....:mad: This ended up in a cylinder imbalance of 12% from bank to bank. BUT, I ended up with a nice NASTY idle at least. :cool:

A little embarrassed at the results here, so please keep in mind even the tuner Tim Barth knows his dyno reads on average 11% lower than the next tuners and I don't care what it says, I know this car, and I know it came out with shocking results! Anyways 446/477... 19#'s boost at 18 degrees timing, tuned at 11.6 AFR. Most of the problem was the belt slip. How about 420 RWTQ at only 2500 RPMS? :D But a drop off at only 4500 rpms thanks to boost dropping to 15.:shake:

So, I am basically way ahead of the game on fuel now.. I installed a Aeromotive 340 pump and -8 line up to the front for no reason.

I'll look into it later. maybe. It feels great as is for now, maybe degree the cams when I go Whipple. I am curious what she would have pulled without the slip. :eek:

I still have a few tiny easy details to finish like wiring the back up light, reverse lock out, and neutral safety pigtails, reinstall the wiper cowl, and figure out what happened last night on the way home from the movies when the AFR went ballistic and I lost vacuum. So far, I see the blower bypass rod nut walked off and was laying on the manifold. HOPEFULLY that is all... To be continued, too tired to care right now.
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[yjmud]

would love a ride or drive with the manual

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[DOOM]

Excellent job my friend!!! :beer:

Justbob Motorsports FTMFW!!!! :rock:

Now take a well deserved break! :snoopy:

Biscuits never ceases to amaze me! (TWSS) :D

[GAMike]

6 speed Marauder for FTMFW!!! :) With 4.30's? Gonna need a NASCAR head restraint system installed too! Thats awesome Bob.... It will be worth all the suffering... Nice going!

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[Comin' in Hot]

:bows::bows::bows:

[guspech750]

Good times bro. Good times.

I would easily do it again.



And I'm jealous too.



And I still need to drive it.


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DTR + 4.10's + Eaton swap = Wreeeeeeeeeeeeeeedom

[guspech750]

Garage Pet FTW.

:lol:


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DTR + 4.10's + Eaton swap = Wreeeeeeeeeeeeeeedom

[ajdereicup]

That. Is. Freaking. Awesome! Very nice job!

[ChiTownMaraud3r]

Holy geeze Bob, so much WIN in this thread! Can't wait to see this thing in person this season somtime!

[justbob]

Thanks guys. BTW duplicolor truck bed coating for the firewall and entire underside FTW!!

I ripped off the nasty insulation and added wanna be Dynamat to the firewall and floor, and tunnel as well.


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[justbob]

Also I'll be adding a GoPro video this week.


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[Mike M]

Boobys...Boobys.

[Shaijack]

Great job, nice, kool amd one question: where did you install the boobs??????

[1 Bad Merc]

All I can say is WOW BOB!

You have outdone yourself -cant wait to see this beast at Louisville.

[martyo]

Very cool!!!

[WhatsUpDOHC]

Congratulations, JB!!

You have built a true beast and have accomplished something that not many could do.

Mark

[Mebot]

I've been keeping an eye on your project & I'm just amazed at all the blood, sweat & tears gone into it! it looks amazing & kudos to you for going outside the box & making this your own. I would love to see this in person

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[justbob]

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You must sign an imaginary agreement to NOT look at my exhaust. It's kind of like looking up my skirt when I chose to where one. You will NOT like what you will see and I WOULD be embarrassed. Then again, it was done on my back with what I had using a Menards Clark MIG without argon.. So maybe I should be proud it hasn't fallen off yet?? Things have been upgraded around here ten fold.. Anyone wanna buy a Clark MIG? Really cheap??😉
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[PonyUP]

Awesome Bob, just plain awesome.

I got to ride in this beast Saturday night and holy ****nit this thing frickin moves. The sound is frickin incredible, head displacement is strong and the smiles are big.

For someone who has been away from their Marauder for the better part of two months, I desperately needed a romp and as always, Bob delivers.

Yet once again, I get the feeling this will cost me more money as now I need to go faster.

Thanks Bob for pumping the adrenaline


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[CBT]

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Someone stolded yer enginez! :eek:

No prob on the parts. I hated to see them go, but you are one of maybe 5 people I would send it to no questions asked: The crazy mofo i got it from is one, and damn near the rest were involved in that particular project anyway so it's all good. :burnout:

[92BlackGT]

damn, awesome. good work!

[sailsmen]

Jane Russel?

[J-MAN]

Congratulations! Very nice.

[Dave1kRR]

Speechless. Great work!! I was wondering if something like this had been attempted. That's a LOT of work. Enjoy.

[justbob]

Jane Russel?

Does it really matter? 😉😊


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[CBT]

Does it really matter? ����


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Nope. Bewbs are like snow globes. They make you smile and bring back fond memories and you just want to grab them and shake them and see how much stuff moves around.

[babbage]

Great upgrade on the trans, I would have jumped on it too.

Most impressive is the crossmember you made. Wow. I like the extra effort to make the shifter look factory too. (it makes cutting such a BIG hole worth it - yeah?)

So, in 6th Gear @80 what is the tach spinning with 4.30's?

This belongs in the hall of fame area if we had one on mm.net!

Tell us about the dyno!

[Haggis]

Biscuit Motorsports for the win!!!!

What time is 'Lunch'?

[CWright]

Man, that sucker is AWESOME!!! I can't wait to see it next week! :beer:

[PonyUP]

Attention all Bob Motorsports Customers

*******In observance of the Louisville Holiday, JustBob Motorsports will be closed until completeion of said holiday. Please forward all inquiries to other entities so I can play with my new ride and get some much needed sleep prior to Louisville departure.

also in observance of the Louisville holiday, everyone owes their favorite boobies a squeeze, so it is written, and so it shall come to pass*******

[03sport007]

Totally, totally Awsome!!!!!! Thanks for posting!!!!

[Vortech347]

Wow, very cool.

[DTUB]

Nice work Bob, now buy yourself a TIG and get that thing washed.

[License2Bill]

That's awesome! Congrats on getting it all together. The fab work on the cross member is top notch.

I almost wish I didn't see this though. My car is having transmission problems and if its going to be out of the car anyway, it'd be a good time for a conversion!

[LANDY]

This is soveryawsomefullofwin!

[tbone]

Very, very cool Bob! Congrats!

Hey - Tim's Dyno is 11% low, or everyone else's is 11% high? If it's the former, I'm pushing out 398 hp at the crank......:)

[lifespeed]

Amazing. Would you comment on any computer issues with removing the automatic?

[Baaad GN]

Well this site has lost Zach but still has Justbob Motor Sports so we don't have to turn the lights out!
After looking at what Justbob just pulled off is absolutely amazing, Kinda leaves me mute! Just can't wait to see it!

[68MercuryM250]

I will send my DTR over for this conversion when done...... :D

[a_d_a_m]

Simply awesome!

[boatmangc]

Love the exhaust snort between gears, and the bewbage

[DOOM]

Very, very cool Bob! Congrats!

Hey - Tim's Dyno is 11% low, or everyone else's is 11% high? If it's the former, I'm pushing out 398 hp at the crank......:)



That is the one thing that confuses the hell outta me!

I have never heard of anyone's dyno being off by 11%!

If its off by that much why not just calibrate it so it reads right? :confused:

[Blown3.8]

Nice job. Gotta love time crunches.

[HiHoSilver]

that is Awesome!

[SC Cheesehead]

I wanna ride in Louisville... :bounce:

[justbob]

Great upgrade on the trans, I would have jumped on it too.

Most impressive is the crossmember you made. Wow. I like the extra effort to make the shifter look factory too. (it makes cutting such a BIG hole worth it - yeah?)

So, in 6th Gear @80 what is the tach spinning with 4.30's?

This belongs in the hall of fame area if we had one on mm.net!

Tell us about the dyno!

2050 RPM's

The dyno is all in the last couple paragraphs in post 1.


Very, very cool Bob! Congrats!

Hey - Tim's Dyno is 11% low, or everyone else's is 11% high? If it's the former, I'm pushing out 398 hp at the crank......:)
? Its no secret, even Tim says so but doesn't know why? He has some of the best calibrating equipment he says. BTW, AVERAGE high of 11% Go to the track Tom.

Amazing. Would you comment on any computer issues with removing the automatic?

We could not get the car out of closed loop any where near WOT. After trying many things it was decided the auto functions had to stay on causing a flashing OD till I remove it. This remedied the issue.


That is the one thing that confuses the hell outta me!

I have never heard of anyone's dyno being off by 11%!

If its off by that much why not just calibrate it so it reads right? :confused:
Got me brother. Just a year and a half ago I went in for an AFR check and put down some weird number like 409? Cant recall. Don't want to recall. Anyways, I went over to Deans Performance a couple months after and ripped off a 453! Check the interwebs, nothing new. Guys like me, don't really give a hoot, sucks, but in the end its just bragging rights. I just want a good tune is all. The track is where the real numbers come into play. :D

[tbone]

? Its no secret, even Tim says so but doesn't know why? He has some of the best calibrating equipment he says. BTW, AVERAGE high of 11% Go to the track Tom.




He never said a word to me about it.......Important info to hold back I would say.

[risky]

WOW!!!!!! That is awesome work

[TAKEDOWN]

WoW Bob... Wow! Can't wait to see this thing!

[Motorhead350]

I wanna ride!

Race?

[CBT]

Got me brother. Just a year and a half ago I went in for an AFR check and put down some weird number like 409? Cant recall. Don't want to recall. Anyways, I went over to Deans Performance a couple months after and ripped off a 453! Check the interwebs, nothing new. Guys like me, don't really give a hoot, sucks, but in the end its just bragging rights. I just want a good tune is all. The track is where the real numbers come into play. :D

If my mathology is correct, factoring in 11% of what you dyno'd would put you just over 495. BAM! :beer:

[Haggis]

That is the one thing that confuses the hell outta me!

I have never heard of anyone's dyno being off by 11%!

If its off by that much why not just calibrate it so it reads right? :confused:

Dyno numbers can be manipulated by tire pressure, the more air pressure higher the numbers.

[justbob]

I wanna ride!

Race?

I would have it no other way!


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[justbob]

If my mathology is correct, factoring in 11% of what you dyno'd would put you just over 495. BAM! :beer:

? It's definitely more than I had before, certainly not less. And it's all over at 5 grand. But I have extra gears to make up for that. 😊
If I can get her running right early enough, maybe at trip to Deans is in order to see the difference?


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[justbob]

Dyno numbers can be manipulated by tire pressure, the more air pressure higher the numbers.

I didn't know this LOL hmmm I did have four half flat tires...


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[babbage]

Perhaps a thump tensioner to remove the slip? 2000 rpm at 80 is freaking awesome.

Congrats again on a tough job well done.

[sailsmen]

A Dyno is merely a measurement on a scale. Different Dyno models use different scales. SAE is an example of a factor that affects the scale.
When DynoJet was developing their system they could not get it to read actual HP through out the scale. They gave up and used an arbitrary factor.
So long as you are comparing them same model DynoJet to Dynojet it does not matter for it is the same scale.
From a previous post;
"Mustang Dynamometers are unique. All Mustang Dynamometers are loading dynamometers designed to duplicate real world operating conditions. Our patented control system uses eddy current power absorbers to load a vehicle exactly the way it would be loaded on the street...."

"Q:
We ran a test for my car at 3500lbs, which is the approximate weight of the vehicle with me in it + 1/2 a tank of gas. Should we have used the curb weight instead?


A:
The weight entered should equal the weight of the car as you wish it to be simulated, it's that simple. Curb weight is used only when there is absolutely no info on the car. In some cases you may want to add a driver weight, fuel, etc. to the curb weight for better accuracy. Its up to you."
http://www.mustangdyne.com/portable.htm



DynoJet
"This Model 224xLC can perform load tests including step, sweep and loaded roll-on. Closed loop load testing is also available by targeting engine RPM, speed or percentage of load. A simple click of the mouse or keyboard can turn the 224xlc from an eddy current dynamometer back into an inertia only dynamometer or vice versa. The torque cell calibration routine takes less than a minute to perform."
http://www.dynojet.com/automotive_dyno/default.aspx"

"Typically, people tend to look at a dyno numbers as they do an time slip from a race track. That's not what it does, here's a link to a primer on all the styles. It's got a lot of pages, but the real 411 is easy to extract.

http://www.mustangdyne.com/ChassisDy...ng-article.htm

I agree, the DynoJet is the accepted industry standard. It operates on measuring the movement of a 3400 pound drum, or roller if you will, and the computer does the rest. It's best feature is it's popularity. The machines are precisely built and carefully installed, with the latest in refinements in AFR measurment and user training. It's also available in a trailer mounted portable version for trucking to meets. Some might say if it's not a DynoJet, it's not a dyno. That's up to you.

I don't think it's the most accurate test available, but it's close enough for what you need to learn about your particular car. Like running the quarter mile, no car will produce duplicate figures in back to back pulls. But, the differences will be minor, I would suggest you do three pulls and average your numbers. Again, it's the machine of choice and I think because of it's reliability. As a diagnostic tool, a DynoJet in Dallas will give you the same 411 as one in Chicago. It is S.A.E. corrected.

The eddy current style is probably the oldest technology in use today, and is marketed by Mustang. Here is where I have to disagree with Warpath. My first dyno experience on the MM was a Mustang, and it reported 363 RWHP, and 1336.6 RWTQ (remember, that thre pulls averaged). Oh really...From just 4:10s and a chip? I cannot support the Mustang because of it's lack of S.A.E. correction and AFR data. It does not S.A.E. correct, and your 411 is useless.

Both the Mustang and DynoJet take measurements from rollers or drums, and IMHO, tires, suspension, and stretching tie down straps have a lot to do with skewing the facts. I prefer the DynaPack 5000 dyno, which is probably in the "water brake" style mentioned above, though in more "up to date" technology.

The DynaPack removes the question of tires, suspension and tie down stretch from the measuring by side-stepping these distractors. The DynaPack attaches directly to the powered axles, you can read up more here, and there are pics in the photo section.

http://www.grdperformance.com/dyno.aspx

I've had a dozen or more dynos on my first MM while building her, all of them on the Dynapack 5000 and it performed quite consistently. I was able to duplicate pulls and not have to average my data. In fact, I was able to come back the next day and get data within 1.0 of the day before. My max power came in at 275.4 RWHP and 301.6 RWTQ.

I had one more dyno test after this, on a DynoJet for my Team Ford power tune. Before the tune, my numbers dropped to 261.1 RWHP and 283.2 RWTQ. That a significant difference between the DynoJet and DynaPack and it serves to show what loss can occur from tires, suspension and tie-down straps. After my tune, the numbers came back to 271.7 RWHP and 293.7 RWTQ.

In light of how well my MM performed, I wasn't disappointed by lower numbers, they are just numbers. The real 411 is in the graphs and charts. At 1900 RPM into the pull, I was pushing 233 pounds of torque to the ground. By 2500 RPM, torque rose to 275 pounds. That is one azz kicking hole shot for a 4200 pound beast, eh?

That's what you need to know from a dyno test and why it's a great diagnostic tool, and not a high performance poker game.

Just my .02c, from my personal experience." SergntMac


See thread for a good discussion and other posts
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3274&highlight=mustang+dyno+max+tor que

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[justbob]

Tom, if you are this hung up on numbers, please start your own thread. Like I said, I could give a hoot about that, and real numbers happen at the track.




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[DOOM]

Biscuits I can't wait to see and hear this beast!!!!


Burnouts this year??? :D :burnout:

[sweetair]

Hell of a project. Great job

[tbone]

Tom, if you are this hung up on numbers, please start your own thread. Like I said, I could give a hoot about that, and real numbers happen at the track.




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I'm not hung up on it at all. I just wanted to know what was going on and tried to clear it up.

Sorry if I offended you.

[justbob]

I'm not hung up on it at all. I just wanted to know what was going on and tried to clear it up.

Sorry if I offended you.

You didn't offend me, I just want this to remain on course. I think I also found out why I dynoed so low. The mishap I had Sat night, I jumped time. 😒 Tearing it apart tomorrow to see what happened. One step forward three steps back. Disappearing back to the garage for awhile..


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[tbone]

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[martyo]

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Bob's plumbing partner.

So who wants to lay some pipe?

[justbob]

Carnage pics. A timeline.

Weds. night.:
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Thurs.

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Friday:

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Should be back on her toes latter today for some GoPro like promised.

And yes, this was 100% my fault. Idiot of the year award..

Moral of the timeline. DON'T RUSH INTO STUFF!




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[CWright]

Carnage pics. A timeline.

Weds. night.:
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Thurs.

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Thursday afternoon:

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Friday:

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Should be back on her toes latter today for some GoPro like promised.

And yes, this was 100% my fault. Idiot of the year award..

Moral of the timeline. DON'T RUSH INTO STUFF!




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This made me sick bro but I knew it wouldn't keep you down!
I can't wait to see those videos later on! :beer: :burnout::burnout:

[justbob]

Slightly used Manley intake valves for sale. May fit factory Mopar twisted wedge heads. Maybe not.


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[guspech750]

Dude!! No wonder your motor had problems.

Your missing the entire upper half of the motor!!

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[GAMike]

Good thing you are as talented with a wrench as you are behind the wheel Bob......... Most other folks (Me included) would have walked out into a field, pulled out a gu...... Ah never mind:o. Just gland ya figured it out.:beer:

[PonyUP]

Dang Bob, gotta tell ya, I really wish I just had a handful of your talent.

Hey if things always went according to plan, then knowledge wouldn't grow and that my friend is how you became the builder of badassery

Glad it's coming together man


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[tbone]

What caused the implosion?

[Mike]

AWESOME job JB :bows::bows::bows:

[Mr. Man]

Not much impresses me but I am impressed by your tenacity to just try. One step forward two steps back but still having the energy to continue is a testament to your resolve and talent.

I like others here can't wait to see what you have accomplished.:beer:

[justbob]

What caused the implosion?

I can only reveal that in Louisville over a frozen Margarita. 😊 I will say that I am an idiot.


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[justbob]

Thanks everyone! I am so SICK of wrenching on this car!!!


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[hotford]

**** happen bro.......My MERC broken a valve spring, but got real lucky the valve didnt drop, you will get her all back together and not even think about the mishap.......keep moving forward its well worth it.......great build!!!!!!

[lji372]

I can only reveal that in Louisville over a frozen Margarita. 😊 I will say that I am an idiot.


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i'll buy the first one :beer:

[WhatsUpDOHC]

Can we get a Margarita/Video conference going?

[lji372]

Can we get a Margarita/Video conference going?


uh....nope!

better start making plans quick like:drive: :D you're not going to want to miss this one:drink:

[lifespeed]

I know that sick feeling in the pit of your stomach you get when you realize a mechanical disaster costing money and hard work.

Good luck, we're rooting for you.

[Haggis]

You forgot the oil?

[WhatsUpDOHC]

I know that sick feeling in the pit of your stomach you get when you realize a mechanical disaster costing money and hard work.

Good luck, we're rooting for you.
Yes. Been there......

[1 Bad Merc]

Sorry you had the mishap Bob -just glad you could get it fixed right away! Cant wait to see you guys down in Lsv.

[justbob]

Just thought I'd share she was brought back to life yesterday and already put 200 fun miles on her. All eight reoccurring transmission codes have been wiped out in the tune, flashing OD bulb removed and literally can not tell it ever was an automatic car.



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[1stMerc]

Nicely done Bob...

[guspech750]

Just thought I'd share she was brought back to life yesterday and already put 200 fun miles on her. All eight reoccurring transmission codes have been wiped out in the tune, flashing OD bulb removed and literally can not tell it ever was an automatic car.



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I forgot to ask yesterday.

Did you degree the cams this time?

And your whip drives like a dream.


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[justbob]

Nope, no time yet again. And I also never got a call back from the tuner on whether or not I could get it back in before Louisville.

Thanks Joe.


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[JoeBoomz]

This thread will never be too old for some necromancy.


Just thought I'd share she was brought back to life yesterday and already put 200 fun miles on her. All eight reoccurring transmission codes have been wiped out in the tune, flashing OD bulb removed and literally can not tell it ever was an automatic car.

With the AODE gone, is it possible to switch out the Marauder ECU with one from a Cobra to solve this?

[justbob]

I think you would be in for a lot more work? You could start by comparing all the pin outs on both, then making the call. I modified the trans harness only incase I ever wanted to go back to auto. Simple plug and play with a new trans harness that way, even though the wiring was so easy, it wasn't even worth mentioning.


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