The #FairmontProject, “Oliver” A Mustang in Fairmont Clothing
Things on the todo list are to remove the engine and transmission so I can install the new K member and front suspension. I still need to gut the interior and pull the dash. I’ll be rewiring the entire car with a harness I got from Painless Wiring.
Removing the interior will make that easier. It will also make it easier to install a roll cage. I think I’m going to need one. Along with the roll cage I’ll likely install racing harnesses to keep my butt form sliding on the vinyl bench seat.
I’ve also relocated the battery to the trunk. The turbo took up residence in it’s previous location under the hood. Not to mention a battery in the trunk is cool.
Removing the dash will make the wiring easier, but it will also give me an opportunity to rethink the HVAC. The car had a dealer installed AC system, but it had a very heavy compressor and ran R-12. I’d like to run AC, or at least set myself up to install it at a future date. I’m hoping to sort out what’s inside the dash so when the time comes for AC, I won’t have to mess with anything inside the car.
I’m also geeked about my new gauges from Speedhut. I’ve got the layout planned already.
You can keep up with the progress of this build by following my Stay Dirty tribe, or by subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/EricTheCarGuy
Monthly updates are also posted on my blog.
I still have a few ‘miles’ to go before I have this thing on the road. I’m hoping it’s only about 3 more months. That way I’ll be able to drive it this spring.
Don’t worry, I’m making videos of everything along the way. You’ll be sick of this car by the time I’m done if you’re not already, but I bet you’ll fall in love again after the first burn out. I know I will.
Oh yea, if you’re going to build a project like this, bring money$$$$$.
Be safe, have fun, stay dirty. ETCG
