1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #75 – December 31, 2010, 11:03:12 AM Just some random stuff in the camera. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #76 – December 31, 2010, 11:07:37 AM Now gonna run to Summit for the turbo feed fittings and PTFE hose, a 3"cat, 3" ler, and clamps, the DD controller with a sending unit, and a gasket. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #77 – January 01, 2011, 04:44:07 AM Nice job, I did notice is the hole big enough for turbo,seems like it would hit when the engine flexes? Can't wait to see it finished. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #78 – January 01, 2011, 06:45:17 AM Quote from: Kitz Kat;347924Nice job, I did notice is the hole big enough for turbo,seems like it would hit when the engine flexes? Can't wait to see it finished. Thanks, I'll check that out for sure.Made up the mirror harness yesterday. Never went to Summit 'cause they didn't have everything in stock. Just ordered for delivery. With gas prices what they are, a 12.95 shipping/handling fee isn't too bad! Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #79 – January 07, 2011, 05:19:39 AM The turbo hole looks to be OK given that that side of the engine will want to rock down (if I have it right). I'll be checking it closely when I re-install the turbo Kitz Kat. Thanks for the heads up.Got my Summit parts in. Wired the harness for the fan controller. I just need a good weather-tight 12 ga connector to carry the juice to the fan. Ran the new cable from starter to solenoid. Installed the new water elbow with a new t-stat and the Dakota Digital sender.Just got the turbo blanket in and tested the fit. Looks NIIIICE! I don't think the black coloring will last long, though. All I care about is if it keeps the alternator alive. Looks are secondary.I picked up a Motorsport 90 degree adapter to mount the oil filter, because the stock setup would hit the flipped header on the passenger side. Fits good with a stubby filter. Most of the guys are going with a T off the stock oil log for the turbo feed line. I decided to go a little different route and picked up a 3 way air separator from HF for 2 bucks. It's anodized blue aluminum with four 1/4" NPT holes in it. I'll run -4 PTFE from the block to the 3-way, then use that for the oil pressure (gauge) sender and on to the turbo with more -4 braided line. I need to get the intake tube fabbed before I start cutting the line. I dissected both the Ebay GM volt meter and an old T-coupe ammeter. I ended up putting the Ford ammeter plastic face over the GM gauge and using the stock luminescent surround to try to keep the night time appearance the same. I cut the clear plastic with a hole saw to slip the GM gauge inside the Ford plastic. Next I'll run two wires out the back of the cluster and solder them to the circuit traces for the volt meter power and ground. To finish it off I'll just silicone the whole thing into the cluster.The gauge is all glued up and drying on the bench right now. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #80 – January 07, 2011, 08:39:09 AM Quote from: Kitz Kat;347924Nice job, I did notice is the hole big enough for turbo,seems like it would hit when the engine flexes? Can't wait to see it finished.The engine's not going to be moving much. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #81 – January 07, 2011, 11:59:43 AM Quote from: Chuck W;348729The engine's not going to be moving much. :) I'd guess you are right.Some pics of the gauge mod and the new dashtop cover. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #83 – January 07, 2011, 07:27:57 PM Quote from: Chuck W;348729The engine's not going to be moving much. I see your mounts, I didn't the first time I looked at the pics.That makes a big difference. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #84 – January 08, 2011, 03:06:20 AM one of my favorite threads,, cant wait to hear its running!where did the oil filter adaptor come from? Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #85 – January 08, 2011, 07:08:19 AM Quote from: jcassity;348822one of my favorite threads,, cant wait to hear its running!where did the oil filter adaptor come from? Thanks, it really helps knowing people are watching. I got the adapter at Summit. They are getting expensive, but I missed a couple on Ebay and got tired of waiting.I pulled the front accessory mounts to blast and paint. Got 'em back on this morning.Bolted on the upper intake. Hopefully it is on to stay. Installed a TC PCV valve and a secondary check valve in the PCV line. Re-routed some vacuum lines under the intake since it is flipped. Got the monitor mount installed in the center stack. It fits without any metal tpuppies at all. Just needed to grind some plastic.After work today I'll try to get the driver's header bolted on for good, and start on the intake elbow fab. That and the turbo oil lines are the last of the big stuff. (I'm thinking the frame will need notched to get the turbo drain right.) To do list:1. fab intake elbow and throttle cable attachments2. mount radiator, condenser, intercooler, and fan3. mount trans cooler and PS cooler4. bend and install trans lines, radiator hoses, and IC hoses5. wire and install fan relays 6. wrap and seal wire bundle at firewall7. build and mount MS CPU8. mount Baumann CPU9. attach trans harness and shift cable at trans10. blow out/clean fuel lines, install tank11. make lines for FPR and mount12. put new yoke on driveshaft, check u-joints and install 13. install heater and dash14. finish up last of the engine compartment wiring15. mount shifter and wiring for OD switch and led16. finish up battery cabling17. grind turbo housing to clock it properly18. install turbo oil lines19. bolt on alternator and put on fan belt20. blow out brake lines, install master cylinder and fresh fluid21. Bolt on exhaust (minus catalytic converter)At that point I should be about ready to load software, fill trans and engine with fluids, hook up the battery, and try to start it for the first time. Once I have a runner I can get on to stage 2.1. re-wire headlight circuit with relays under dash2. install remote door lock electronics3. mount GPS antenna4. install carpc hardware and DC power regulators5. install speakers and amp6. install HD AM/FM radio7. install wideband O2That's probably all I'll want to do before paint. I have to change the LH front fender and fix a dent in the door, then scuff and spray. Not going for anything great.Then it's on to carpet, interior, and putting the outside back together. I'd sure like to drive it this Summer! Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #86 – January 08, 2011, 08:23:56 AM Looking good, keep the pics and progress coming Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #87 – January 08, 2011, 10:44:04 AM dear god thats a lot of ferggen wires.What shifter is that? It looks like it came from a mustang? Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #88 – January 08, 2011, 03:35:50 PM Quote from: Bob;348837Looking good, keep the pics and progress coming Will do! Thanks for checking in on me. Quote Selected
1988 TC single Holset turbo 5.0/ 4R70W Reply #89 – January 08, 2011, 03:44:20 PM Quote from: sarjxxx;348849dear god thats a lot of ferggen wires.What shifter is that? It looks like it came from a mustang? Wires? What wires? Seriously, it's not too bad if you break it down component by component. ( I say that now, but hopefully it all works when I'm done.)Yes, good eye! The shifter is from a 2000'ish Mustang. I like the stock look, and the TC shifter has the wrong pattern. This one also has the OD cancel button built in. I just need a led on the dash somewhere. Recently I have been thinking about just re-labeling the 'firm ride' led in my tach and using it, since I won't have functioning ride control anyway. Haven't decided on that yet. Quote Selected
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