Yeah, one more newb...
Well.
What can I say that hasn't already been said? Howyoudoin'? Truth be told, I don't even have the car yet. I'm done jumping into a project and learning as I go, making assumptions and all the mistakes that usually accompany decisions made more in enthusiasm than prudence. So I figure this board along with Miataturbo.net (which I've also signed onto) is a good place to start learning in order to avoid some of the misadventures that go along with a build. I've got the Linc Mark VIII dohc motor and engine management, the 3550, and the Linc's 8.8 irs rear that'll have to be re-worked to be suitable for the li'l Mx. I figure I'll track down a junk Miata from the firewall forward to use for a mock-up. That'll save some costs and keep me from hacking a good car and having to fix that. At least 'till it's time to hack into one properly.:D I've been into MoPars, Ford Foxbodies (Mustangs, (also known as 'beer cans on wheels'), and Thunderbird Turbocoupes), and a couple of mitsu pickups (more beer cannage). Quite frankly, they've just been 'missing' something. I don't know if it's the 'girls car' stigma or what.:D Seriously, I want something that's fun, handles reasonably well, and has a better power-to-weight ratio using a mostly stock oem driveline. I find the idea of the 'upward spiral' of costs and support for the stresses placed on a heavier vehicle to be unattractive anymore. I'm starting to realize the brilliance of Mr Chapman. Well, that's my readers digest long version. When's dinner? |
Welcome in. Ditch the 4.6 and go to the older 5.0 or an LS based engine. The 4.6 is a tight fit with no room for header clearance.
Just my .02, so take it with a grain of salt :) |
That 4.6 is a great engine. I'm looking forward to seeing your tube front half to accomodate it. ;)
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Lol! I know, it's wide, and the Mx ain't!
On one hand, I want to keep it as quiet as I can. So using the stock Mark manni's don't bother me none. Maybe I can rustle up a set of Cobra mannis. I really don't know if that'd gain anything though. It's heresy, I know...:D You guys should be proud of me, I'm not trying to use a Northstar! That was my first inclination. But the Ford has much more support. And I can fit a five/six speed with stock parts! I do like the power curve of the Caddi better... |
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