Hello! I’m working on finding the right donor car, and think a 1998 mustang convertible... any issues, concerns, or things to look for? Any reason I DON’T want to use a 1998 mustang?
Hello! I’m working on finding the right donor car, and think a 1998 mustang convertible... any issues, concerns, or things to look for? Any reason I DON’T want to use a 1998 mustang?
You have , found , or want a 1998 mustang? And then how many miles does it have?
A 1998 Mustang (SN-95) doesn't have a ton of usable parts. What were you hoping to get from it? Tell us more about your planned kit purchase and build.
I was thinking MK4 roadster... wouldn’t I use the engine, transmission, rear axle, front spindles, fuel tank, pedal box, etc? Why do you say I wouldn’t use many parts?Quote:
Originally Posted by edwardb
All of those parts are usable although in some cases not necessarily preferred or considered ideal.Quote:
Originally Posted by Vpminneci
Jeff
Okay, that’s what I’m trying to understand... why wouldn’t I want to use those parts from the donor? I’m determined to use a donor and will wait until I find the right one... why is that a bad plan...Quote:
Originally Posted by Jeff Kleiner
As Jeff said, are usable to some degree but maybe not the best choice. Keep in mind, the donor concept was originally around the Fox body Mustangs. I personally would stay away from donor spindles in any case. The Factory Five spindles are vastly superior. I've had both and the difference is significant. There are a bunch of threads on the in/outs of donor builds, and specifically with the SN-95. Here are a few:Quote:
Originally Posted by Vpminneci
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...-vs-SN95-donor
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...-Car-Questions
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...or-car-for-MK4
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...uidance-please
Quote:
Originally Posted by edwardb
Thank you. Very helpful!
I’m still thinking I’m better off with a donor even if I only use the engine and transmission. From what I’ve found I can get a good running car for less than I can buy an engine and transmission.... so maybe I get a full kit and pull the engine/transmission...
That being said, what year range would be the best drop in?
OP, sent you a PM
Sorry I missed your post... I found one but haven’t pulled the trigger
103k miles