Restoration/upgrades of FFR3490, MK2 built in 2002.

[Jrmotorsports55]

I started documenting the restoration/upgrading of this car that I purchased in Dec of 2021. It was originally built in 2002 using the donor method and I am going through it to make it look more authentic.

At this time I am going through the dash and removing the mustang switches/controls and changing to Lucas switches.

Follow the process here as I will be posting videos of the process on a regular basis.

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxHMoQInw4EvjRyI3M_6mVHNS3FsRV76S

Thanks,

Jason

[Jrmotorsports55]

Making progress on re-doing the dash to have the authentic switchgear vs the donor Mustang parts under the dash. I still need to wire it all but so far I am VERY happy with the results.

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[jrcuz]

Looks good! I'm also following on your youtube channel.
JR

[Jrmotorsports55]

Looks good! I'm also following on your youtube channel.
JR

Thanks. Many more updates/upgrades planned for the car. Once I get this dash wiring sorted out I'll be moving on to the brake upgrades. I plan on replacing all of the gauges as well, just not in the current budget as I have 2 other project vehicles I am working at the same time.

Jason

[JohnnyB]

Looks good! I'm also following on your youtube channel.
JR

Ditto.. Nice job, I'm enjoying the heck out of the videos.

[Jrmotorsports55]

Ditto.. Nice job, I'm enjoying the heck out of the videos.

I appreciate it!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. I have the turn signals and hazards wired and working.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted, Lucas headlight switches are now wired and working. I also cleaned out some un-needed wiring behind the dash.

[jrcuz]

Getting my coffee ready to watch new vid. Did I see you are in Cleveland? I'm originally from Springfield.
JR

[Jrmotorsports55]

Getting my coffee ready to watch new vid. Did I see you are in Cleveland? I'm originally from Springfield.
JR

Thanks. Yes, 15 mins south of down town CLE, in Seven Hills, OH. I appreciate you following along. I'm actually heading out now to resume work on the Cobra as we got a lot more snow than I expected overnight so the Gladiator work I had planned is being put off until it thaws out.

[Jrmotorsports55]

Just uploaded a new video. All lights are working now, did some more wiring clean up, mounted the Mustang fuse box, and found out the heater is going to be a problem with my new switch set up. Enjoy!

[jrcuz]

If you end up removing the heater you may want to consider seat heaters.
JR

[Jrmotorsports55]

Yeah, we'll see. Going to look at other heater options or possibly modifying the existing unit. More to come on that front.

[Jrmotorsports55]

I had an idea of what I wanted to do with with the existing heater and did some on line searching and found a solution that someone else did which was exactly what I was thinking. Here is a link to his site with photos, basically putting the blower motor on the engine side of the firewall and flipping this unit upside down so the defrost ducts point down. Downside is that there will be no space for a glove box unless I do a custom unit.

https://cobra.spintime.org/assypics3.html

[jrcuz]

Looks like a good fit.
JR

[Jrmotorsports55]

Looks like a good fit.
JR

Yep, need to use the existing holes in the firewall, so that should do the job, pretty much what I was thinking before I found the photos. Will solve my gauge clearance issues as well. Only other downside is that the heater portion will only be on the pass side, but that's more for my wife anyway.

[weendoggy]

Yep, need to use the existing holes in the firewall, so that should do the job, pretty much what I was thinking before I found the photos. Will solve my gauge clearance issues as well. Only other downside is that the heater portion will only be on the pass side, but that's more for my wife anyway.

Route one of the "defrost" ducts (or both from a plenum) to your side of the car into your footbox. I have that same heater on my MKI and use it this way (I only get one duct), but it heats the foot area just fine. I have some pictures on my site in the wiring and body sections when I did my frame off. Heated seats are a must as well.

[Jrmotorsports55]

Yeah, that is what I was thinking as well. One duct to my foot box, other add 2 defrost vents and split between the other duct to get heat reflection off back of glass. Thanks for the feedback, glad to hear it worked for you as well.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Heater is out and disassembled. Discussion of relocation and leak repairs. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video uploaded. Making progress on the heater relocation.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video uploaded. Heater unit is now braced and solidly in place. Making progress.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video uploaded. Pulled the intake manifold to reseal it and found some new issues to fix.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video loaded. I repaired the damaged threads in the lower intake, replaced the fuel injector connectors, reinstalled most of the top end parts that were previously removed, and found some new issues with the custom expansion tank/thermostat housing.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Overview of my upcoming brake upgrades as well as prepping the parts for install. Also went back to work on the custom heater box install as I received the fittings I had ordered to plumb the heater.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. The rear drum to disc conversion is complete using 11.65 cobra rotors and 45mm tbird calipers via a few adapter/mounting kits and some customization. Next up is the front brakes/master cylinder/proportioning valve and retrofit lines.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Installed the 94-95 Cobra master with Maximum Motorsports conversion lines as well as reman front calipers, Hawk Street 5.0 pads, and Russell braided stainless lines.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Continuation of work on the modified heater core, as well as more work on the brake upgrades.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Have I told you how much I hate dealing with brake lines. Finally think it’s holding pressure and all leaks resolved.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Finished up plumbing the heater unit and started reinstalling the cooling parts. Had to use some creativity to repair the stripped out lower thermostat bolt hole in the intake that was installed on the engine.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. The engine is back together and she runs. Custom heater works great. Brake leaks are all fixed. Now I have to relocate the battery and my thermostat housing is leaking.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. I repaired the pitted thermostat flange and reinstalled the housing and degas tank using Dow 111 o ring sealant on my CSR Performance swivel housing. Also installed my Auto Meter mechanical water temp gauge and made some adjustments to the dash wiring. Finally, I added a stainless 90 to the heater core hose that was stressed and pushing against the firewall grommet to avoid a possible run through down the road.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Relocation of the battery to the trunk pretty much done and I found that the thermostat housing is still leaking. Next up will be pulling that back apart.

[johnnybgoode]

New video posted. Relocation of the battery to the trunk pretty much done and I found that the thermostat housing is still leaking. Next up will be pulling that back apart.

You could use a coarser grade of sandpaper to help cut the aluminum faster. I use 320 on a flat wood sanding block. I wouldn't polish the surface either. There are two O-rings on those water necks, make sure you replace them both. The flange O-ring can get compressed and lose its seal. Replacing usually does the trick. You should not need to use any sealant with those necks, I've had very good luck with them installed dry.

You can also use a cooling system pressure tester to pressurize the system to 16lb. and see if it holds and/or spot any leaks.

Good Luck. Scott

[Jrmotorsports55]

You could use a coarser grade of sandpaper to help cut the aluminum faster. I use 320 on a flat wood sanding block. I wouldn't polish the surface either. There are two O-rings on those water necks, make sure you replace them both. The flange O-ring can get compressed and lose its seal. Replacing usually does the trick. You should not need to use any sealant with those necks, I've had very good luck with them installed dry.

You can also use a cooling system pressure tester to pressurize the system to 16lb. and see if it holds and/or spot any leaks.

Good Luck. Scott

Thanks for the tips. Yeah, it was a brand new housing and o rings and leaked pretty good. I pulled it off after running it once or twice and then did the lapping/jb weld fill of the pits, and reused the o rings as they had no signs of damage, and the leaking was much less, but still leaking. Pulling it back apart this weekend and will do some more lapping and will use rougher paper as you recommended. I have new o rings as well. I have the newer style neck, one large o ring for the t stat and one small for the bypass fitting. The old one that I removed had a different setup.

I do have a pressure tester and will likely try that before refilling again.

Thanks.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Pulled the coolant tank and thermostat housing off and attempted to stop the leaks. I failed. It still leaked. Permatex Right Stuff won out in the end.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. The coolant leak is finally resolved. Also got a few smaller items installed.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Finished up adjusting/bleeding brakes and hooked up e brake. Final mounted the battery in the trunk. Installed drivers floor vent and ran duct to the heater box.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. In this video I install my Auto Meter Cobra fuel level gauge, wire in the gauge lights to the vintage dimmer switch, mount a custom bracket and install my hazard switch and heater output control switch.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. The dash is back in and started cleaning up the interior.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Polished the Moto Lita steering wheel, finished up cleaning up the interior wiring, and started cleaning up the front lighting wiring. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Fixed leaking speedo cable, found that the trans fill plug is stripped and came up with a work-around, changed trans fluid, cleaned and installed rear wheels, and continued wiring cleanup on the right front corner. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. The beast is back on the road. Finished up the front end wiring clean up, replaced missing trans bolt, set ride height in front, cleaned and installed wheels, and went for test drives after setting tire pressures at 23 psi. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Found some issues on test drives and installed front and rear Cobra badges. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. First attempt at correcting the ride height and sealed the leaking rear diff girdle studs. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Fixed the prior owners’ fubared hack-job timing and added insulation. Car drives SO much better. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Finalized the ride height, included a long cold start for those who wanted to hear it run, and gave a preview of the next upgrades.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. I centered the steering wheel to the steering rack and then set the front toe. Enjoy!

[Shoemaker]

Great videos. I am working on updating a MK 1 as well and I was curious about the part number for the steering shaft grommet you are using. Thanks!

[Jrmotorsports55]

Thanks for the feedback.

Grommet that I found as being the best option is Help/Dorman part number 42344. Hoping to have it installed for the next video.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C5I49C?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Finishing up the alignment stuff, relocating some wires, fixing the speedo cable, looking at options for sealing the steering shaft, and a few tips regarding the steering wheel center piece and the wheel centers. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. I installed the Maximum Motorsports clutch pedal height adjuster and firewall cable adjuster.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Checked and tightened the wheel bearings and started adding gauges. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. The 5 center gauges are all installed and working. I installed Auto Meter Cobra gauges - mechanical oil temp, mechanical water temp, clock, fuel gauge, and voltmeter. I used the oil level sensor bung with an adapter for the oil temp sensor. Also changed the oil and filter.

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Found a gas cap that fits under the filler cap. Installed Herb’s door panels. Also polished up some bright work. Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

Been a while since I have updated anything. The weather turned on us here and the car is now put away for the winter. I will be posting some videos this winter as I do have projects/work in the pipeline, but have been side-tracked with my other project car trying to complete an engine swap with it. More to come.

[Jrmotorsports55]

Yesterday was the one year anniversary of this car being dropped off at my house. Crazy how time files. Still working on my MR2 engine swap project, once done, Cobra work will resume. A lot on the to do list.

[Jrmotorsports55]

Memories, quick video of my first drive (coming home).

https://youtu.be/B7gBPDiCPK4

On another note, ordered Edelbrock Pro Flo 4 setup yesterday so there is going to be a lot of change coming to this car over the next few months.

Enjoy!

[Jrmotorsports55]

Posted a video with an update on changes that are in the works for this year including installing an Edelbrock Pro Flow 4 setup.

https://youtu.be/l_O8kxbJwyQ

[Jrmotorsports55]

Back to work on my car. Pulled out the Ford EFI and started the install of my new Edelbrock Pro Flow 4 setup.

https://youtu.be/Tt4azabqk8E

[Jrmotorsports55]

Put together an update. Many new parts received/on order:

https://youtu.be/yJeracZ2A2k

[Jrmotorsports55]

Let the fun begin. Attempting to install reproduction 427 S/C dash in my FFR MK2 Cobra.

https://youtu.be/ZB5G7VnAi8o

[Jrmotorsports55]

Getting back to work. De-loomed and started dieting the factory Mustang wiring that has been in this car for over 20 years. Lots of progress made, more to come. Then comes time to get the Edelbrock Pro Flo 4 up and running.

https://youtu.be/QlCtH_sN5do

[Jrmotorsports55]

More de-looming work on the harness. Crazy how much I can remove.

https://youtu.be/4oYn1_q29a8

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finally finish removing all the I can from the main harness. Time to start reinstalling.

https://youtu.be/b4vOF3slsYg

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finished re-looming and reinstalling the rear harness. Now on to the Edelbrock Pro Flo 4 EFI install.

https://youtu.be/j3kbtHTcijw

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted, had to find a more permanent mount for the Herb's panels, started wiring in the Pro Flo 4, and new parts have arrived for the car.

https://youtu.be/itdKRoGSnoM

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted, started installing the reproduction 427 S/C dash from cobra performance.

https://youtu.be/CTFlNNoT-6k

[Jrmotorsports55]

New video posted. Started installing the throttle setup on my Edelbrock Pro Flo 4 using Forte linkage and Thompson pedal.

https://youtu.be/wFTHlF9_2NM

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finished the install of the mechanical throttle linkage and throttle pedal. Happy with the results.

https://youtu.be/8Sm5-MhVXOk

[Jrmotorsports55]

Back to wiring on my MK2. Almost ready to start installing the S/C dash and gauges.

https://youtu.be/F8v3M7C9trk

[Jrmotorsports55]

Now that the wiring is wrapped up, I completed the final customization to install the 427 S/C dash and installed the new dash cover.

https://youtu.be/pHTm4QkcTjE

[Jrmotorsports55]

Bouncing between putting the dash together and getting back to work on the engine prep/cleanup.

https://youtu.be/7QKskEDd64Q

[Jrmotorsports55]

Fun task of notching/customizing the turkey pan to fit the large diameter distributor. See what I did here.

https://youtu.be/tlKSEoPxLAg

[Jrmotorsports55]

One step forward, two steps back. Fixing stripped bolt holes, water pump issues/differences, and nord locks on the exhaust manifold bolts.

https://youtu.be/7fMo0jIfzh0

[Jrmotorsports55]

If it’s not one thing, it’s another. Ford water pump variances bites me with my water pump replacement.

https://youtu.be/JLmGt9JpdFk?si=js8Hr2PwopivRFO6

[Jrmotorsports55]

Progress and planning on my Cobra project. Dash is done and I put together a game plan for the remaining engine bay items.

https://youtu.be/zzLfUK92zfI?si=hOw8IWROXkL15vm2

[Jrmotorsports55]

Planning and buying parts for multiple systems on my Cobra project. Slowly, but surely making progress.

https://youtu.be/1aJWwjP5Mfk?si=hMsOSLsfoOb5w3Yq

[Jrmotorsports55]

More progress - fuel system, ignition coil, finally a belt that fits, and wiring in the fuel pump relay.

https://youtu.be/ntx7Gw0kvNQ?si=QezBX2LgH9NCiQX0

[Jrmotorsports55]

More progress on my Cobra project. Fuel system is done, on to the cooling system. Unfortunately came across a few roadblocks.

https://youtu.be/9vNzbX2YIWY?si=tCpwS3lo6AedZE4v

[Jrmotorsports55]

Progress on the Cobra, it now has a FE surge tank and looks so right.

https://youtu.be/hSKEjThxAwQ?si=7MJ9M5JVp4CAtH7u

[Jrmotorsports55]

AC Cobra pedals installed. Here is my how to:

https://youtu.be/LtMVh14eKg8?si=UCkqjJArhibT4NA0

[Jrmotorsports55]

Adding defrost vents and more prep for final dash install.

https://youtu.be/Q66AHhBVSG4?si=igZextf6t4-DEXBx

[Jrmotorsports55]

Almost time to put the dash in. Defrost is done, last bits of wiring done, and more cutting/adding clearance with the frame/body.

https://youtu.be/2BkpXYod_N8?si=T7uZbgFOeUJWmaeK

[Jrmotorsports55]

I thought I would have the dash in today. Last minute change for safety/reliability changed that.

https://youtu.be/HiqUAzKL98s?si=iEgR0q6ZEGHuUAvW

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finally, the dash is in!

https://youtu.be/pIcfXAD6O20?si=6fE5QccoWwk3NzXe

[Jrmotorsports55]

A little setback in getting my car back together.

https://youtu.be/Wb-O5flIVt0?si=h4Pe-Rku4qNnPhVT

[Jrmotorsports55]

Back on track after my setback. Things are coming together.

https://youtu.be/sB8y5_Snhck?si=uQlpnbBQnuMfUHlD

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finally done with wiring, but now have a new fitment issue with the custom dash.

https://youtu.be/Tk7izsm3GkM?si=O0v0JrzvbyN47GKP

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finally done with the custom S/C dash install.

https://youtu.be/6Dp9rbdKLdg?si=gMQtzO-nqEq674qD

[Jrmotorsports55]

Took the time to customize the Factory Five dash brace and make it look like a real Cobra. Very happy with the results. Here is what I did.

https://youtu.be/dS7kNKtj8v0?si=wRsBzUMLlACwIUJC

[Jrmotorsports55]

Now that the interior work is done it’s time to tear down the engine and save some weight while gaining some performance by installing new heads.

https://youtu.be/-Dkju9Gx1Bg?si=Jd5goMglJTskKLR0

[Jrmotorsports55]

Update on the Cobra, starting the prep and cleanup for my new heads that are going in. Full walkthrough of parts being used as well as the weight savings.

https://youtu.be/3X2azFYSOo0?si=o6-1BV2bdmITfeKw

[Jrmotorsports55]

Overview of all of the required prep before installing the new Trick Flow heads.

https://youtu.be/1uHN2ySR8LU?si=y9AsaRNRRCoOzPBn

[Jrmotorsports55]

The heads are on! More progress on my Cobra.

https://youtu.be/jT9FzTexRqU?si=yjK5kzkNc8g6mQTL

[Jrmotorsports55]

More ground made, full valvetrain install with lash setup procedures and installed the intake manifold.

https://youtu.be/szBe5ceOpbk?si=TkyrSq6g3PONOaUB

[Jrmotorsports55]

More ground made on getting the engine back together. That much closer to the first fire with all the upgrades.

https://youtu.be/hqtFkDn9Kp8?si=fkETvJOcK8LKlRw6

[Jrmotorsports55]

Making up more ground with getting this back together. I’d say 1st start is only a week or 2 away. Getting close!

https://youtu.be/mxYGzfyojg0?si=UDhEeKzYFfqQeWl2

[Jrmotorsports55]

The engine assembly is finally done. Next up, first start after I set up the Edelbrock Pro Flo 4 ECU.

https://youtu.be/eKrdryaEIk8?si=KwFdCjTMtFfsJOO_

[Jrmotorsports55]

After well over a year, my Cobra is finally running again after significant re-work.

https://youtu.be/TcWRJGWxUuQ?si=aY33wzm8Sy71dUCn

[Jrmotorsports55]

Time to get things ready to drive this car. Fixed the tune to get it running better and working on making it road-worthy.

https://youtu.be/IKGpPlTsafE?si=1mBtXIrFrkYA9_Gm

[Jrmotorsports55]

She’s back on the road! Wrapped up the last few things then took it for a test drive included in this video.

https://youtu.be/NeQ93JklQQk?si=xkgWkhhjPv2ZLsBb

[Jrmotorsports55]

After about 100 miles of break in driving, I had a part failure. Fixed the problem and started some new upgrades.

https://youtu.be/A7tsOe525Qo?si=vmWyW3SWBX_Z3yA9

[Jrmotorsports55]

Starting to be able to really enjoy the car now. New tires, more car shows, and continuing with cleaning things up.

https://youtu.be/f70vFhkRL-s?si=l0sWiBjPJrX7YnSe

[Jrmotorsports55]

More work on the Cobra. Sunvisors, engine bay cleanup, and some show pics.

https://youtu.be/V0NT2hwReco?si=h6R62QgeTeGXabMF

[Jrmotorsports55]

Long overdue update on my MK2 Cobra. Small issues/problems that have popped up and working on tuning the Edelbrock ProFlow 4 EFI.

https://youtu.be/vuEHCYO5ux8?si=KN502ZoDyt8Oxye2

[Jrmotorsports55]

Went to a show and won a trophy.

https://youtu.be/11dJLSGMa_M

[Jrmotorsports55]

End of season updates on the Cobra and upgrade plans for the off season.

https://youtu.be/xMWD86S0U7o?si=jWMqAA5d_SM0ZXrC

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finally time to tackle the suspension updates. Starting in the rear with coilovers and aluminum control arms.

https://youtu.be/Y9CcTZXT4r0?si=7RoEEXLWxC-u1Zcq

[TTimmy]

Hey, just started working through your videos. Great stuff so far!

I find this type of work really interesting. I’m currently resurrecting a partially started or partially finished or partially built Mk3. Whatever the case, I basically ripped apart and rebuilt it.

Thanks for documenting your progress.

[Jrmotorsports55]

Hey, just started working through your videos. Great stuff so far!

I find this type of work really interesting. I’m currently resurrecting a partially started or partially finished or partially built Mk3. Whatever the case, I basically ripped apart and rebuilt it.

Thanks for documenting your progress.

Thanks for watching. I'm definitely glad I decided to save one that needed a lot of work, but it's definitely a big project. When I an done it will have had pretty much every system gone through and re-done.

[Jrmotorsports55]

Back to work on the Cobra. Replaced the lower arms with Steeda aluminum arms and started the coil over install including adjusting the Koni reds.

https://youtu.be/SrJWBgsspr4?si=6IHrHkcnz8sfs8Ci

[Jrmotorsports55]

More progress made on the rear suspension, and a few more issues popped up in the process.

https://youtu.be/MlFyHamOYA8?si=xM6mehhdCtnAUHOX

[Jrmotorsports55]

I installed the Marlin Enterprises flag kit on my car. If you have a 2” roll bar, you need to make some adjustments to the kit.

https://youtu.be/AmzzrmxgBus?si=vKXCp5Nz5UC6N5z0

[Jrmotorsports55]

Tried to finish up the rear suspension upgrades and things have escalated. Now I’m rebuilding the rear end.

https://youtu.be/1R723FCWSoc?si=m1ko0O5y7BSTpdUo

[Jrmotorsports55]

Back to work. Time to pull the transmission while waiting on the rear end rebuild parts.

https://youtu.be/XMJ-VDXIRdI?si=cub4a8811j3vXFGE

[Jrmotorsports55]

How to rebuild the Ford 8.8 trak loc differential while still in the car.

https://youtu.be/l7zTuAWNKbM?si=bUvj-yg7yATgzmiL

[Jrmotorsports55]

I figured it out. The transmission is out of my MK2 Cobra.

https://youtu.be/iseEsB0gn7s?si=mcjIdlu2M1clE7oV

[Jrmotorsports55]

The rear end work is finally done! The brake calipers have been relocated to the front of the axle for clearance.

https://youtu.be/mQVOOd_96SI?si=kst0WIUti0imwIcu

[Jrmotorsports55]

Time to tear apart the T5 and see if i will rebuild or replace the transmission in my Cobra.

https://youtu.be/G_spGA1GFPg?si=3cs_s2AAlzNxuVzs

[Jrmotorsports55]

Back on the transmission. I had a stripped oil fill plug that i had to get out to see if the case was reusable.

https://youtu.be/mSjt7sbOCdg?si=7uuOqLnEOTIp2pVA

[Jrmotorsports55]

While waiting for transmission parts, time to dig into other problems.

https://youtu.be/ETv8W6Sombc?si=GANj53QxXX5cP-ox

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finished disassembly of the T5 parts, walkthrough of the output shaft gears and other parts.

https://youtu.be/3aw2qZAquqA

[Jrmotorsports55]

Walking through all of the new parts and preparing things for assembly.

https://youtu.be/XEVGSZ94HPA?si=V3CGZmS7hJu5Zuhs

[Jrmotorsports55]

Time to start putting the T5 back together starting with the new AMP 2.95 gearset on the main output shaft.

https://youtu.be/5TmIaKhohsQ?si=P54CZkguVDeX3Bqu

[Jrmotorsports55]

Part 1 of putting the T5 gearbox back together. Installing the shafts and setting the preload on the countershaft.

https://youtu.be/QpbsdT4JOtM

[Jrmotorsports55]

Finally done! I finish up reassembling the T5 transmission and walk through what is involved in the process.

https://youtu.be/WSUQsay6MWI?si=g1Eg3wr56O_xlLs7

[Jrmotorsports55]

Now that the transmission has been rebuilt, tome to take care of some engine issues while I have access. Here Is a walkthrough of things to come.

https://youtu.be/RGaY5uKbMT0?si=0lq6FyM9eFxj3Bac

[Jrmotorsports55]

With the transmission out, time to start tearing in to the engine to fix some coolant and oil leaks. Let the fun begin.

https://youtu.be/F4vZpTB8u9o?si=Pouw7wqp-ZSUDzqz

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Parts have started to arrive for the engine/drivetrain upgrades and repairs.

https://youtu.be/NVfefLzVVTA?si=4mH0M0yCPn09CDP8

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With parts having arrived, time to finish taking the engine apart to see what all I have to replace.

https://youtu.be/ixVMelofepw?si=W_5qP9O-XnXrHQoA

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It’s been a few weeks, but now back to work on the Cobra. Time to start replacing/installing the new engine parts.

https://youtu.be/1_HIx9fH6cU?si=mzyg1-HlA1NEsULTe

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My Cobra’s engine is looking more and more complete. Slowly getting things back together.

https://youtu.be/oNY0cTOTXQs?si=5aW4YoIiaJsWUCiH

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Time to tackle the bottom end parts and leaks. Oil pump, driveshaft, rear main bearing cap, and oil pan.

https://youtu.be/D1maBIl2lGI?si=5P8yLV3HafFW8zXce

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Making progress, it’s really starting to look like an engine again.

https://youtu.be/v_5J4beSkNE?si=BKTSNvGXzH87Mh0a

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Getting close to installing the transmission. Walk through of preparing the back of the engine with an aluminum flywhee and SPEC clutch.

https://youtu.be/CjDoakbJfUw?si=iUfUPf9K3MzAS3o8ingl

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Time to reinstall the transmission. Not a fun job with a fixed transmission mount crossmember.

https://youtu.be/nOLMWB8PrsY?si=HNOFS5YSUJp8Zhl2n

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Getting close to hearing it run. Wrapped up all of the ancillary items for the transmission as well as the rest of the items under the car.

https://youtu.be/AF9rY0Q-cLE?si=ptII9gJYkRbPS9uK

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It’s alive. Walking through the final steps to get the Cobra running again.

https://youtu.be/uNIz_gD9z24?si=CCN4BAG3Qp2hbpYG

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Replaced the front suspension, got the ride height set, and took it for a drive.

https://youtu.be/yzZS_zxKSQg

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I put together a video of the end of year car show put on by The Snake Pit at Suds Maguires.

https://youtu.be/_PN7mV6t-Zg?si=rK28gS1oLzlM3H4g

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Sharing the next items I need to fix/update with my MK2 FFR Cobra rescue.

https://youtu.be/L-yqWLrlyCs?si=bk47xwTia3Soso4b

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Back to work on the Cobra, making some adjustments to help the ride quality and ride height.

https://youtu.be/sBsTdM9a85s?si=BuyNyeh73XXwhOIc

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It’s been a while and I’m finally getting back to my Cobra project. Starting to work on a custom trunk stay to replace the fiberglass pole I have been using.

https://youtu.be/b7wLHPNzWiY?si=M57ON2GemggFZWjZ

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Back to work on the trunk prop/stay. Learning more about how this car is made as I go. Had to make some tweaks to my plans and will wrap up the install in my next video.

https://youtu.be/1k9BCdD706I?si=VsYt7BoaRA4K5HYF

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It works! Finally completed my trunk lid prop project. Very happy with this setup.

https://youtu.be/6wSBj33s0U4?si=Jd_dwyApLVnxVooE

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Time to run some cars and walk through upcoming spring time fixes for the Cobra.

https://youtu.be/jevpX4zzLH4?si=083LpLT54ESpuO_T

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Wanted to share this amazing piece of history that I recently acquired. An original 1965 Shelby American press kit.

https://youtu.be/Uz33zliVqpQ?si=qdBNvzWvydEXXpM7