Vert weight difference ?

Katmandu · 03-08-2004, 11:43 AM

I know it's added for structural integrity, but where exactly is it added in the body ??

Where does all of the increased weight come in on convertible Fox Bodies ??

Anyone know of pics/graphics depicting these mods ??

-ERIC

89 5.0 LX Vert w/93 Cobra long block, GT-40 heads, Unknown Camshaft(??),
HyperTech Chip, 73mm C&L MAF, BBK 2.5" O/R H-pipe, Flowmaster 40 Series
Deltas, King Cobra Clutch Set, BBK Strut Tower Brace, Poly bushings

Hozer 88GTConv · 03-08-2004, 01:18 PM

The FSRM states that the 1988 GT convertible is approximately 136 lbs heavier than a 88 GT.
The weight comes from a variety of sources.
Primarily from the heavy frame of the top assembly. The hydraulic motor that sits behind the rear seat is no slouch either. The slave cylinders are fairly light, but it all adds up.
The verts have a stiffer motor mounts and an "X" tubular underbody frame attachment to the k-member. The A-pillars are also reinforced.
If you are looking for more specifics, let me know. It's not all in the same place in the manuals, but the exploded diagrams of the top assembly are nice.
Any Ford dealer can print it out for you too in their parts department if they are nice.

03-08-2004, 11:43 AM	#1
Katmandu Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Troy, Ohio Posts: 38	Vert weight difference ? I know it's added for structural integrity, but where exactly is it added in the body ?? Where does all of the increased weight come in on convertible Fox Bodies ?? Anyone know of pics/graphics depicting these mods ?? -ERIC 89 5.0 LX Vert w/93 Cobra long block, GT-40 heads, Unknown Camshaft(??), HyperTech Chip, 73mm C&L MAF, BBK 2.5" O/R H-pipe, Flowmaster 40 Series Deltas, King Cobra Clutch Set, BBK Strut Tower Brace, Poly bushings

03-08-2004, 01:18 PM	#2
Hozer 88GTConv Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 706	Ford Service Repair manual The FSRM states that the 1988 GT convertible is approximately 136 lbs heavier than a 88 GT. The weight comes from a variety of sources. Primarily from the heavy frame of the top assembly. The hydraulic motor that sits behind the rear seat is no slouch either. The slave cylinders are fairly light, but it all adds up. The verts have a stiffer motor mounts and an "X" tubular underbody frame attachment to the k-member. The A-pillars are also reinforced. If you are looking for more specifics, let me know. It's not all in the same place in the manuals, but the exploded diagrams of the top assembly are nice. Any Ford dealer can print it out for you too in their parts department if they are nice. __________________ 1988 GT Convertible 331 10:1 TW heads, GT-40 intake, MSD, TRW flattops, B Cam w/ 1.7's, MAC exhaust, 24's, 70 TB, 76 MAF, 3.73's, Pro 5.0, Koni's, Anderson PMS, Wideband 02, yatta, yatta... One week with new motor, two speeding tickets...joy

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