dumb newbie w/? about '95 Cobra

masterb · 05-04-2002, 05:33 PM

I've got a '98 Mustang w/a 3.8. If I had my hands on a '95 Cobra engine for free, would I completely have to redo the entire car to upgrade or would it be just a little more than dropping a 5.0 in it? I know the 5.0 upgrade wouldnt be THAT bad, but how much worse would it be for the 351? Once again, I know nothing, so be gentle. haha

sn95gt19 · 05-05-2002, 01:29 AM

if you wanted to put the cobra motor in your car, you would need the motor and the trans from the cobra, also you would need the computer and engine wiring harness. to put a 351 in your car you would need a different oil pan, headers, and motor mounts, plus all the computer stuff if you were injecting it.

MidNiteBlu 5.0 · 05-05-2002, 01:49 AM

Well i am going to say WELCOME!!!

That is a funny name you got there.... ROFLMFAO

Later,
Nick

masterb · 05-05-2002, 07:27 AM

thanks sn95. Is there anything else? I know Id need a different rear end and tires and gears. I was told maybe a 9" rear and 3.73 gears. does that sound right? Thanks again

Unit 5302 · 05-05-2002, 01:21 PM

Radiator, engine, transmission, driveshaft (probably), 8.8" rear end, computer, wiring harness, and a gauge pod. There are definately some minor things that you'll need to change as well. Basically you'll be changing the entire driveline and computer system.

Tim89LXvert · 05-06-2002, 01:56 PM

You may need to replace the "K" member with a 94-95, I think those changed in 96 to accomodate the modular V-8.

05-04-2002, 05:33 PM	#1
masterb Registered Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: FL Posts: 11	dumb newbie w/? about '95 Cobra I've got a '98 Mustang w/a 3.8. If I had my hands on a '95 Cobra engine for free, would I completely have to redo the entire car to upgrade or would it be just a little more than dropping a 5.0 in it? I know the 5.0 upgrade wouldnt be THAT bad, but how much worse would it be for the 351? Once again, I know nothing, so be gentle. haha

05-05-2002, 01:29 AM	#2
sn95gt19 motors done......woohooo Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 799	if you wanted to put the cobra motor in your car, you would need the motor and the trans from the cobra, also you would need the computer and engine wiring harness. to put a 351 in your car you would need a different oil pan, headers, and motor mounts, plus all the computer stuff if you were injecting it. __________________ 95gt lazer red (98 cobra clone) Rice Haters Club Member #116

05-05-2002, 01:49 AM	#3
MidNiteBlu 5.0 I got something to say Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,557	Well i am going to say WELCOME!!! That is a funny name you got there.... ROFLMFAO Later, Nick __________________ 91 LX Hatch 5.0 - made for the twisties 89 LX Hatchback 5.0 5spd. stolen/stripped 4/7/05 http://www.mustangworks.com/cgi-bin/...splay.cgi?3494 1987 Toyota Pickup Ricer Haters Club Member #33 Want a custom gauge cluster for your Vintage Mustang? www.jmeenterprises.com

05-05-2002, 07:27 AM	#4
masterb Registered Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: FL Posts: 11	anything else? thanks sn95. Is there anything else? I know Id need a different rear end and tires and gears. I was told maybe a 9" rear and 3.73 gears. does that sound right? Thanks again

05-06-2002, 01:56 PM	#6
Tim89LXvert Registered Member Join Date: Sep 1998 Location: Toledo, Ohio, USA Posts: 269	You may need to replace the "K" member with a 94-95, I think those changed in 96 to accomodate the modular V-8. __________________ 1989 LX Convertible, blue with white top and leather, 5 speed. Engine: GT40 al. heads, Cobra intake, TFS cam, 1.7RR, etc.... LOLDrivetrain: SPEC II clutch & FMS Billet flywheel, Pro 5.0 shifter w/Cobra knob and aluminum driveshaft through 3.73:1 gears.Chassis: 4 wheel disk w/Cobra front brakes, GT rears and 2001 "Bullitt" wheels Rear: MM adjustable LCAs with Griggs springs, KYB shocks. Front: Koni red struts, FMS "C" springs and full poly bushings. Full length MM sub frame connectors, steeda 2pt. K-brace.Misc.: 130a alt. upgrade, R134a conversion. Photos of my car

05-05-2002, 01:21 PM	#5
Unit 5302 Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 5,246	Radiator, engine, transmission, driveshaft (probably), 8.8" rear end, computer, wiring harness, and a gauge pod. There are definately some minor things that you'll need to change as well. Basically you'll be changing the entire driveline and computer system.

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