Prepping gen2 coyote for installation

[JohnK]

I'm inching closer to being able to (FINALLY) drop in the engine, and I want to make sure I've completed all the prep on it before installing it. I've gone through the FFR gen2 coyote install instructions several times and compiled the following list, along with a few misc. other items I've gleaned from the forum:

1) Modify and install coyote accelerator pedal.
2) Install coyote bottom travel switch.
3) Install coyote harness, PCM and PDM.
4) Install and pressure test fuel tank, fuel pump, pressure regulator and fuel lines. Set regulator to 58 psi.
5) Install pressure plate and clutch.
6) Index bell housing.
7) Install hydraulic TOB.
8) Install transmission and transmission mount plate.
9) Remove Mustang header and header studs.
10) Replace oil pan and pickup with Moroso oil pan and pickup.
11) Prep and install engine mounts and engine ground strap.
12) Remove and replace oil pressure and water temp senders.
13) Remove oil cooler and replace filter nipple.
14) Install alternator.
15) Install power steering pump.
16) remove the wiring harness holder from the stud on the front of the head.
17) CMCV and fuel regulator vacuum line (per this thread) (https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?22472-Important-Information-Regarding-2015-2016-Coyote-CMCV-Plumbing).
18) Heater bypass hose with flow restrictor.
19) Install JLT Performance oil separator.
20) Install Let-Lok AN compression fitting on fuel inlet line.

Items in red I haven't completed yet. There are other items in the coyote install instructions, but they can all be done after the engine is installed. These are the items I think I need to do before dropping the engine in.

Is there anything I'm missing?

Thanks,
John

[Fbird]

Sounds like you got this.Just got mine in with Tremec tkx. Things I learned are that you should not have the radiator shroud area that the body opening goes to installed. This makes getting a full tilt very difficult to stab in the transmission. You may want to remove the top shifter handle and tape it over to provide extra wiggle room…don’t fill it until after the install. Ask me how I know. I ended up flipping mine to get the shifter where I wanted anyway.

Use a ratchet strap attached to the hoist and tail of the trans to help tilt it. I saw this in an Edward B./Paul build. If you plan to install the engine and trans separate it helps to crawl into the trans tunnel and grind off a front corner of cross member mount on the front of the left and right of the frame. I took off about 1/4 inch from each front corner. Installing the trans separate required a bit of clearance work where some bolts on the trans were hanging up when lifting the trans up and back prior to installing. Much harder later.
The only other thing I can think of is to make
sure your steering shaft is out for install and that any wires you have run for Coyote or Ron Francis harness are not protruding into the engine bay. You will need every inch.

Have fun.
See where I had the wire looms run. I got hung up on one loom clamp. Don’t do that. Luckily no damage. I have since moved things around.
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[JohnK]

Thanks! I've fitted the radiator/fan/shroud but removed them again to keep them safe until after the engine is in. I also plan to swing the steering shaft out of the way, as well as the triple reservoir to give myself some more room. I've also heard some folks putting the rear tires on ramps to help get enough downward angle on the engine/trans. I have an engine leveler, and will have several guys on hand, so I'm still working through what my approach will be to manhandle, er.... finesse this thing in.

[Railroad]

Install and remove your headers before dropping the engine in. If you have put many engines in and headers on you understand.
I left the studs in the passenger side and used the factory nuts for the header install. On the drivers side I hung the header, measured the length stud needed and shortened the factory studs, which included the length needed for gaskets.
Just an option you might consider. Good luck,

[JohnK]

Install and remove your headers before dropping the engine in. If you have put many engines in and headers on you understand.

Thank you! Added to the list. I recalled reading that recommendation somewhere before but had forgotten about it, so thanks for the reminder.