I can’t stress enough how this is just a ‘test fit’ of the engine, transmission, driveshaft, and a couple of other parts. That means it’s all coming back out at some point. However, when it goes back in, it should be ready to go because I will have worked out all the ‘bugs’.
Test fitting is important. You don’t have to do it, but if you do, you’ll have a much easier time during final assembly. A stitch in time saves 9 as they say.
Also, please keep in mind I won’t be using the T-5 that Paul Cangialosi built for the #FairmontProject. It’s not going to handle the power the engine makes, but it does have the same dimensions as the TKO 600 I’ll be installing in a future video.
Here’s that video series Paul and I did together on the transmission rebuild. If you haven’t seen it, now that it is excellent and worth watching. Especially if you’re going to build a T-5.
Related Videos:
Here’s the previous video in the series:
Ultimate T-5 Transmission Rebuild (Part 1):
Ultimate T-5 Transmission Rebuild (Part 2):
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The #FairmontProject playlist: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/fairmont-videos
Camera: Brian Kast
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Tools
Engine Stand:
JEGS Performance Products 80064 Engine Cradle with Wheels for Small Block and Big Block Chevy
http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performance-Products/555/80064/10002/-1
Gekkou Drill Bits (these are awesome):
Gekkou Drill Bits
http://www.bictool.com/gekkou-e/index.html
Center punch:
General Tools 77 Automatic Center Punch
https://www.jbtoolsales.com/general-tools-77-automatic-center-punch#oid=1002_1
Engine hoist review:
Updates to my Engine Hoist:
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Parts
My turbo kit: http://www.on3performance.com/shop/1987-93-mustang-gtcobra-5-0-foxbody-turbo-system/
My engine block: http://www.pbm-erson.com/Catalog/World%20Products/Blocks_WP/Small%20Block%20Ford
Engine Mounts: https://lmr.com/item/LRS-6038PR/1984-95-Mustang-50L-58L-Urethane-Motor-Mounts
The place where I’m getting my new transmission: http://www.moderndriveline.com
Related Videos:
Removing the old engine from the Mustang:
How to Replace U Joints:
How To Remove Broken Fasteners:
Replacing the K Member #FairmontProject:
Installing the Front Stabilizer Bar:
Relocating the Battery #FairmontProject:
#DarkMatterPikachu on the Dyno:
Engine Balancing Video:
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ETCG Video Title: Test Fitting the New Turbo Engine and Transmission #FairmontProject -EricTheCarGuy Video Description: I can’t stress enough how this is just a ‘test fit’ of the engine, transmission, driveshaft, and a couple of other parts. That means it’s all coming back out at some point. Thumbnail: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/images/Youtube_Thumbs/jan/2017/Test-Fitting-the-Engine-FairmontProject-850.jpg