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You need subframe connectors

Reply #15 –
Quote from: Cad-T-Bird 500;357181
Thanks for the pictures.  Maybe you don't need the flat plate on the side but I think it makes it a bit stronger.

TED

 
I had the plates. The guy who welded them on (he builds cages and such for race cars) said that I didn't need them. He said they really don't add any strength over just welding them on.
88 Thunderbird LX: 306, Edelbrock Performer heads, Comp 266HR cam, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, bunch of other stuff.

You need subframe connectors

Reply #16 –
Quote from: BlackBird88;357182
are the sub frame connectors t-bird specific? will a set of maximum motorsport xl full length for mustang fit?

 
Yes and no. The Mustang has a bend in the floor pan the T-bird doesn't. Mustang subframe connectors are bent down where as T-bird ones are flat. You have to bend the Mustang one flat to use them on a T-bird.
88 Thunderbird LX: 306, Edelbrock Performer heads, Comp 266HR cam, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, bunch of other stuff.

You need subframe connectors

Reply #17 –
Those do look a lot easier than I thought. One of these days I'll have to have some welded in. I assume it would be safe to use the connectors as a jacking point?
2002 Honda Civic EX

1984 Ford Thunderbird Elan
5.0 CFI, T5, Dual Exhaust

You need subframe connectors

Reply #18 –
Quote from: thewestie;357186
That looks easier than I thought. I was looking at a through the floor set up I might go that route. Anyone have pics of through the floor subframes?







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Reply #19 –
Quote from: thewestie;357186
That looks easier than I thought. I was looking at a through the floor set up I might go that route. Anyone have pics of through the floor subframes?

 






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5.0 HO 306 roller block, machined GT-40P heads, Wiseco dished forged pistons, Eagle forged floating I-beam connecting rods, Lunati pushrods, ARP bolts, Scorpion aluminum 1.6 rockers, Comp Cams Magnum 266HR, Explorer intake, 65mm TB, MAF Conversion, 19# injectors, Ford Racing stainless P-headers, 2-1/2" cat-less exhaust w/ Flowtech Afterburner lers , SC AOD with 2800 BDR torque converter, 3.73 T-Lok rear, CHE rear control arms, full 2-1/2" frame w/1" jacking rails & seat supports, Rear disk brakes, Turbine wheels, All original interior w/ floor shift upgrade .......
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Reply #20 –
Now Ill be a pain in the ass. Do you have a pic at the rear subframe at where it goes through the floor?
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]:ford:87 Turbo Coupe through the floor sub frame connectors, 5.8 swap Ford racing heads Harland sharp 1.6 rockers BBK shorty swap headers 2 1/2 BBk X pipe magnaflow ler's. Megasquirt 2 with 36lbs injectors on hurricane intake with 4150 throttle body.Tremec TKO 600 Quicktime blowsheild spec stage 3 clutch. 3.73 gears and still not done

You need subframe connectors

Reply #21 –
Now those are real sub-frame connectors and overkill in my opinion.  Would be better for road racing than drag racing, and what you need if you plan to cut off the top.  Also great for side impact from a low rider.

I would think the Mustang would not work at all, the Mustang frame looks completely different and overall shorter.

TED

You need subframe connectors

Reply #22 –
Someday Id like to road race in something like a street GT class as well as a trip to the strip. I'm 6'6" 300 lbs. I don't want to go much below 11.49 If the car needs monkey bars Ill never fit I look funny getting in and out now.
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[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]:ford:87 Turbo Coupe through the floor sub frame connectors, 5.8 swap Ford racing heads Harland sharp 1.6 rockers BBK shorty swap headers 2 1/2 BBk X pipe magnaflow ler's. Megasquirt 2 with 36lbs injectors on hurricane intake with 4150 throttle body.Tremec TKO 600 Quicktime blowsheild spec stage 3 clutch. 3.73 gears and still not done

You need subframe connectors

Reply #23 –
Quote from: thewestie;357205
Now Ill be a pain in the ass. Do you have a pic at the rear subframe at where it goes through the floor?

 
something like this? or a diff angle?
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Reply #24 –
I made them that way because of the rust.... that, and I've been known to get a little airborne before. I also like to take turns at at least 55 60 mph..
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Reply #25 –
That gives me a better idea. Ill go stare at the underside of the car some more tomorrow. Maybe take a nap wile looking at  it. I need  new fuel lines and I put the battery in the trunk and need to run some wires so Ive got some thinking to do under there. Really wish I had a lift.
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]:ford:87 Turbo Coupe through the floor sub frame connectors, 5.8 swap Ford racing heads Harland sharp 1.6 rockers BBK shorty swap headers 2 1/2 BBk X pipe magnaflow ler's. Megasquirt 2 with 36lbs injectors on hurricane intake with 4150 throttle body.Tremec TKO 600 Quicktime blowsheild spec stage 3 clutch. 3.73 gears and still not done

You need subframe connectors

Reply #26 –
Quote from: daminc;357214
something like this? or a diff angle?

So I got a 12' piece of 2"x2" 1/8" stock Iv got the fuel lines and brake line out of the way getting read to cut it to 5' 6" and make the front cut. I cant tell from the pics how far back on the rear subframe you went or how high you went on the floor pan? any more pics would be great.
Thanks Steve
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]:ford:87 Turbo Coupe through the floor sub frame connectors, 5.8 swap Ford racing heads Harland sharp 1.6 rockers BBK shorty swap headers 2 1/2 BBk X pipe magnaflow ler's. Megasquirt 2 with 36lbs injectors on hurricane intake with 4150 throttle body.Tremec TKO 600 Quicktime blowsheild spec stage 3 clutch. 3.73 gears and still not done

You need subframe connectors

Reply #27 –
Quote from: thewestie;357293
So I got a 12' piece of 2"x2" 1/8" stock Iv got the fuel lines and brake line out of the way getting read to cut it to 5' 6" and make the front cut. I cant tell from the pics how far back on the rear subframe you went or how high you went on the floor pan? any more pics would be great.
Thanks Steve

I will find more for you tonight.... hold tight, I have over 3000 pics of the car now....lol
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5.0 HO 306 roller block, machined GT-40P heads, Wiseco dished forged pistons, Eagle forged floating I-beam connecting rods, Lunati pushrods, ARP bolts, Scorpion aluminum 1.6 rockers, Comp Cams Magnum 266HR, Explorer intake, 65mm TB, MAF Conversion, 19# injectors, Ford Racing stainless P-headers, 2-1/2" cat-less exhaust w/ Flowtech Afterburner lers , SC AOD with 2800 BDR torque converter, 3.73 T-Lok rear, CHE rear control arms, full 2-1/2" frame w/1" jacking rails & seat supports, Rear disk brakes, Turbine wheels, All original interior w/ floor shift upgrade .......
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Reply #28 –
Thanks The car is more apart than ever. I'm gonna use the drawing you gave me awhile ago. and start from there
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]:ford:87 Turbo Coupe through the floor sub frame connectors, 5.8 swap Ford racing heads Harland sharp 1.6 rockers BBK shorty swap headers 2 1/2 BBk X pipe magnaflow ler's. Megasquirt 2 with 36lbs injectors on hurricane intake with 4150 throttle body.Tremec TKO 600 Quicktime blowsheild spec stage 3 clutch. 3.73 gears and still not done

You need subframe connectors

Reply #29 –
oh yea, I forgot about that.... give me a couple hrs
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