Hello All from TN

[roadtrip65]

Hi Everyone,

My name is Duane. I'm married with 3 lovely kids. I was in the Marine Corps and then became a Flight Paramedic. Now I just work in a local hospital. I am looking to order a stage I 33 kit soon. Been lurking on here and the other forum for awhile now. Finally getting up the nerve to take the plunge. I will need all the help I can get as this will be a family build with my 7 and 6 yr old.

I am looking at a few mustang donor cars to start with. I am familiar with the 302 but need some help with the trans. Is the AOD a good one to get for the 33? Im kinda looking at the auto as I've heard there is not a lot of foot room. I am 6'1 240(ish);) Both cars have the 8.8 rear end as well.

And Thank you in advance for the help!!

Duane

[68GT500MAN]

Welcome to the forum. I am building a 33 using an AOD for the transmission. Using the AOD you will need to use a TV cable for proper operation, the newer AODE (electronic) transmissions do not need the TV cable but shift electronically. The transmission cover for the automatics is larger than the one for a manual, but most cut out the side and install a plate to allow more foot room. You and your family will enjoy the build.
Doug

[roadtrip65]

thank you Doug. Is the AOD ok for the 33 really? Not going to use it for racing. just cruising with the top off

[Dave Smith]

Duane, Our Plant manager Nate Johnson built a 33 for his dad. AOD and all mustang donor running gear. He is a great guy to talk to about the build. He just got back from the Hot Rod Power tour and 1400 miles of driving 5 Factory Five's, including his dad's. The AOD 340 hp car he built was a favorite of all the people who drove it.

Dave

[wallace18]

Welcome to the ffr family. I am building a 33 currently. You will have so much fun on the build. The AOD will work fine for you. My donor was a T5 manual. I wish I went with a auto for more foot room but I can't complain on my donor cost. I modified the trans tunnel and brake pedal and have plenty of room. I am 6'3", size 12 shoe and 230lb and fit fine.

[roadtrip65]

oh that sounds good....thanks guys for the reply's

let the fun begin!!!

[roadtrip65]

ok now im looking at some 302's...is there a difference in EFI vs. carb?....will both fit in the 33's good enough? Hood clearance ok with the EFI setup?

thanks in advance again:;)

[riptide motorsport]

Welcome!!