perf-list-digest Wednesday, January 13 1999 Volume 02 : Number 008



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In this issue:

FTE Perf - Bauman Engineering
Re: FTE Perf - Re:AOD trans, which one?
FTE Perf - Updated Website
Re: FTE Perf - Re:AOD trans, which one?
FTE Perf - rebuilt 302 reliability
Re: FTE Perf - 5.0 Rangers in California?
FTE Perf - 5.0 Rangers in California
FTE Perf - Ford Truck Enthusiasts T-shirts!

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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1999 09:06:55 -0500
From: am14 daimlerchrysler.com
Subject: FTE Perf - Bauman Engineering

Dale C. writes: >> Bauman builds a black box that they call "TCS" which
allows the E4OD to run
without the EEC-IV computer. I am interested in hearing from anyone who is
using one of these or similar products from other companies. I'm toying
with the idea of swapping a E4OD into my '79 in order to gain the OD.
Anyone else out there done this??


Looks like we have the same idea, still.

Azie
Ardmore, Al.


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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1999 08:39:28 -0600
From: William S Hart
Subject: Re: FTE Perf - Re:AOD trans, which one?

>I'm looking to drop a 351 in my 57 F100 and because of the 3:70 gears I want
>to use an automatic OD trans. My question is which one and what year should I
>use, no racing, just an occasional trailer to pull. I'm gonna be running a
>carb and no computer, and I want the simplest way out. Is there only a
>kickdown cable and a vacuum modulator to worry about like on a C4 or is it
>more involved than that? Thanks, LOBUCK

You might check the early to mid 80's trucks ... not too many of them with
351's came with an od, but I would think there would be some 302's out
there....if not there, then check the 'stangs, the 5.0's were runnin AOD's
with the carb (not the AODE) ... and those should bolt right up, if you
have a 4x2 anyway ... not sure on driveshaft lengths or anything there
though...

Bill
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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1999 10:00:31 EST
From: FLR150 AOL.COM
Subject: FTE Perf - Updated Website

Hey Gang,
When you have time, take a look at my website. I have posted the few PICS we
took as we were doing the upper half swap. Tell me what you think.
Wayne Foy
'94 F150 Flareside Supercab
Wayne's Flareside Page

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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1999 10:21:31 -0500
From: Garr&Pam
Subject: Re: FTE Perf - Re:AOD trans, which one?

William S Hart wrote:
>
> >I'm looking to drop a 351 in my 57 F100 and because of the 3:70 gears I want
> >to use an automatic OD trans. My question is which one and what year should I
> >use, no racing, just an occasional trailer to pull. I'm gonna be running a
> >carb and no computer, and I want the simplest way out. Is there only a
> >kickdown cable and a vacuum modulator to worry about like on a C4 or is it
> >more involved than that? Thanks, LOBUCK
>
> You might check the early to mid 80's trucks ... not too many of them with
> 351's came with an od, but I would think there would be some 302's out
> there....if not there, then check the 'stangs, the 5.0's were runnin AOD's
> with the carb (not the AODE) ... and those should bolt right up, if you
> have a 4x2 anyway ... not sure on driveshaft lengths or anything there
> though...
>
> Bill
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The problem is that the 351 will destroy the AOD that is why you don't
see any 351 with AODS!!!!!!!
Chris
94 Lightning #381
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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 99 16:23:09 PST
From: don neomagic.com (Donald Paauw)
Subject: FTE Perf - rebuilt 302 reliability

I'm putting a rebuilt '89 302 from a Mustang into my '88 Ranger.
Several people have mentioned that the 302 has a thin casting
and may have heat problems if it's been bored.
Is anyone familiar with this?
Also, I'm not sure that it has been bored. Does a rebuild
automatically mean it's been bored, or is it done only if
required or desired?

Also, is there any way I can judge the quiality of the job?
The wrecker has an itemized cash register receipt from the
machine shop. Is there anything I should specifically look
for on the receipt?

- -- Don
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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 99 17:53:40 PST
From: don neomagic.com (Donald Paauw)
Subject: Re: FTE Perf - 5.0 Rangers in California?

>Anybody out there drive a Ranger with a 5.0L or 5.7L in California? Please e-mail me off-list. I'm inter>ested in hearing about your setup, any install problems you ran into, and what it's like getting smogged e>very two years. I'm interested in dropping a 5.0 and 5-speed in my '83 Ranger.


I posted a fairly lengthy reply to this in FTE Small, but would like to add here that I am also
interested in this and would like to be copied if the discussion goes off line.
Thanks,
Don
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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1999 18:45:36 -0800
From: George
Subject: FTE Perf - 5.0 Rangers in California

According to a friend in Southern Kalifornia who just parked a very nice
ride with the wrong engine, it's really against the law. Federal adopted by
KA, to put any motor not available from the factory in that particular
vehicle in any emissions non-exempt (early 70's in that state) car/truck.
More important, all that state's laws relating to emissions legislation are
now enforced with potential fines, to the smog tester, that made me gulp
when I heard them. Word is, what was commonly available for an extra $100+,
is no longer available from even long time connections and relatives.

What about the original engine blueprinted, balanced, rechiped and six or
so pounds of boost between smog checks?

George Miller


>Anybody out there drive a Ranger with a 5.0L or 5.7L in California?
Please e-mail me off-list. I'm inter>ested in hearing about your setup,
any install problems you ran into, and what it's like getting smogged
e>very two years. I'm interested in dropping a 5.0 and 5-speed in my '83
Ranger.


I posted a fairly lengthy reply to this in FTE Small, but would like to add
here that I am also
interested in this and would like to be copied if the discussion goes off
line.
Thanks,
Don


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Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1999 22:34:34 -0500
From: Ken Payne
Subject: FTE Perf - Ford Truck Enthusiasts T-shirts!

Hi Gang!

After numerous delays, we finally have Ford Truck Enthusiasts
t-shirts! We've been promising these for a while and had
many people beg for them over the past several months. The
artist completed the work last week and the design went to
press today. Pricing information will be available this
weekend (after we find out what it will cost to ship them).

The t-shirts are 100% cotton with a front pocket and a design
on the back. Sizes child medium through adult XXXL are
available. For a preview of the design before they go on sale
this weekend:

http://www.ford-trucks.com/tshirt.jpg

The image on the web site is 640x480 pixels, the image on the
shirt is hi-resolution with over 1900x1400 pixels. I believe
most everyone will be happy with the design! To those that
entered a design, we haven't forgotten. Our first order of
business after we make some sales is to provide a prize pack
to you. Any announcement will be made with ordering details
this weekend.

Regards to everyone,
Ken Payne
Admin

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