Jeep,Explorer,F150

95Blitz

95Blitz

Goblin Guru
I got a knock off copy of the Boss 302 intake. It smells like harbor freight...
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I'm not super happy with the fit of the intake, but I'll give it a try.
 
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ah.b.normal

Goblin Guru
I just had to bump this up. I can't wait to see this Explorer go!........... My stuff is on hold with home/shop/RV pad building. But little things get done every few days.
 
95Blitz

95Blitz

Goblin Guru
I removed the shock towers, so i could see the motor mounts.

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Then set the motor in close to where it will end up for a few pictures.
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It fits:
 
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ah.b.normal

Goblin Guru
Is there some kit to place the shock towers you cut away or are you just going to fab something? In my book it appears there is much suspension science and pitfalls based on shock placement. Not sayin’ it’s impossible but that’s a can of worms I try to avoid.
 
95Blitz

95Blitz

Goblin Guru
ah.b.normal said:
Is there some kit to place the shock towers you cut away or are you just going to fab something? In my book it appears there is much suspension science and pitfalls based on shock placement. Not sayin’ it’s impossible but that’s a can of worms I try to avoid.
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Cantilever.
 
95Blitz

95Blitz

Goblin Guru
I finely got the engine in and on the mounts so I could get a good look at everything, and it's not going to work. The alternator is hitting the frame, the front axle is a 1/4 inch from hitting the oil pan, and wont hold the HP so a bigger one would need to be fitted. Plus the engine placement is already to the passenger side by 3 inches or so...
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And here is a video showing the problems.


So this project is dead.
 
95Blitz

95Blitz

Goblin Guru
I could definitely make it fit body lift so the engines not out of the hood ditch the front axle and just go 2wd. Hang the alternator facing the other way so its not hitting..
 
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ah.b.normal

Goblin Guru
ah.b.normal said:
Ouch!, true but ouch.
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:confused: I hate it for ya! {I don't think mentioning the LS everything actually helps your goals. I happen to really like LS-ing stuff and I imagine you're a little beat down just now:rolleyes:. No foul, life's like that.} Well, anyhow, time to regroup, adjust and overcome. I think we know each other well enough to say, cry some tears, drink some beers(or other suitable consolation sauce/snack) and like old James Taylor sang, "And when the morning light comes streamin' in, I'll get up and do it again"! Maybe you shoulda gone with an Aussie Ford Barra/turbo motor!?(Barra's are supposed to be Awesome Mate!?) I think the nearest market for that motor was Mexico, it didn't come here.
 
95Blitz

95Blitz

Goblin Guru
ah.b.normal said:
:confused: I hate it for ya! {I don't think mentioning the LS everything actually helps your goals. I happen to really like LS-ing stuff and I imagine you're a little beat down just now:rolleyes:. No foul, life's like that.} Well, anyhow, time to regroup, adjust and overcome. I think we know each other well enough to say, cry some tears, drink some beers(or other suitable consolation sauce/snack) and like old James Taylor sang, "And when the morning light comes streamin' in, I'll get up and do it again"! Maybe you shoulda gone with an Aussie Ford Barra/turbo motor!?(Barra's are supposed to be Awesome Mate!?) I think the nearest market for that motor was Mexico, it didn't come here.
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Your killing me man.. LOL
I havent given up just yet, I have been working on the wiring for the shop so I can get the electrical inspection done. Once that is done I will get back at the swap. If it doesn't work out it no problem, I have a back up plan for the drivetrain an aero nose F150.
 
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ah.b.normal

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95Blitz said:
Your killing me man.. LOL
I havent given up just yet, I have been working on the wiring for the shop so I can get the electrical inspection done. Once that is done I will get back at the swap. If it doesn't work out it no problem, I have a back up plan for the drivetrain an aero nose F150.
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OH?? I can't wait!:cool:
 
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