Changing from GT to Cobra on 98.

98GtPower · 01-30-2003, 07:59 PM

I found a Cobra Engine with 28,000 miles for my 98. I need some info on dropping in the Engine. Is the wiring pretty much the same as the GT. What complications will I be facing? Is it worth the money and time? Where can i get info on the engine swapping of my 98 GT to 98 Cobra.

The Deuce · 02-01-2003, 06:58 PM

You need headers, all the engine electrical, etc. You should be able to bolt up your trans, but be prepared to blow it if its the 5speed.

98GtPower · 02-01-2003, 07:04 PM

What do you mean prepare to blow it, if its the 5 speed. My tranny is a 5 speed. Is that going to be a problem?

The Deuce · 02-01-2003, 07:06 PM

The trans is the weak link in our cars. I've never seen anyone blow up the 8.8, but if you make big power with the cobra motor, you'll eventually need a TKO, if you hook real good.

98GtPower · 02-01-2003, 07:09 PM

So how do i get around that and prevent that from happening? Doesn't the Cobra have the same tranny?

01-30-2003, 07:59 PM	#1
98GtPower Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: OXNARD!!! California Posts: 36	Changing from GT to Cobra on 98. I found a Cobra Engine with 28,000 miles for my 98. I need some info on dropping in the Engine. Is the wiring pretty much the same as the GT. What complications will I be facing? Is it worth the money and time? Where can i get info on the engine swapping of my 98 GT to 98 Cobra. __________________ 98 Mustang GT- American Thunder Flowmaster exhaust, upper and lower control arms, turn downs, Saleen style body kit, Cobra R Hood, 17" Cobra Imitation Chrome Polished Rims.

02-01-2003, 06:58 PM	#2
The Deuce Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,325	You need headers, all the engine electrical, etc. You should be able to bolt up your trans, but be prepared to blow it if its the 5speed. __________________ 1997 Mustang GT "The Freak" - 13.80 @ 101.70, 2.07 60' 1995 Honda VFR750 - not much @ really fast (actual data pending.) 1964.5 Mustang 289 Rice Haters Club Member #13

02-01-2003, 07:04 PM	#3
98GtPower Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: OXNARD!!! California Posts: 36	What do you mean prepare to blow it, if its the 5 speed. My tranny is a 5 speed. Is that going to be a problem? __________________ 98 Mustang GT- American Thunder Flowmaster exhaust, upper and lower control arms, turn downs, Saleen style body kit, Cobra R Hood, 17" Cobra Imitation Chrome Polished Rims.

02-01-2003, 07:06 PM	#4
The Deuce Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,325	The trans is the weak link in our cars. I've never seen anyone blow up the 8.8, but if you make big power with the cobra motor, you'll eventually need a TKO, if you hook real good. __________________ 1997 Mustang GT "The Freak" - 13.80 @ 101.70, 2.07 60' 1995 Honda VFR750 - not much @ really fast (actual data pending.) 1964.5 Mustang 289 Rice Haters Club Member #13

02-01-2003, 07:09 PM	#5
98GtPower Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: OXNARD!!! California Posts: 36	So how do i get around that and prevent that from happening? Doesn't the Cobra have the same tranny? __________________ 98 Mustang GT- American Thunder Flowmaster exhaust, upper and lower control arms, turn downs, Saleen style body kit, Cobra R Hood, 17" Cobra Imitation Chrome Polished Rims.

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