1985 Mustang GT help

[rick lester]

As stated by many, get a rulebook. deff. can not run a tubular k member, has to be stock, 4 bangers and V8 work, make sure you get the factory control arms with the factory k member. I read an article in MM&FF years ago about a place in central FL that builds T-5 transmissions to handle more power, probably 10-12 years ago article. Jericho's and Liberty's are the choice but a Doug Nash/Richmond 5 speed can work if you find one cheap. Liberty can trick it out. Heavier than J or L. Find as many older articles on Project Stocker that Evan Smith built in MM&FF.

[Dave Gantz]

Originally Posted by rick lester

I read an article in MM&FF years ago about a place in central FL that builds T-5 transmissions to handle more power, probably 10-12 years ago article.

Astro Performance. https://www.astroperformance.com Tony is the one to talk to.
I put his innards in my '87 street/strip Mustang w/ a T5 about a year and a half ago. I don't know how his stuff would fare in a Stocker, but he's a great guy to deal with.
Plenty of info on the web about his A5. (A T5 with his stuff in it.) He'll sell you the parts, or an entire trans.

[427FE]

Anyone know if a boss service block is acceptable? It's a D1 or d2, haven't looked in a long time.

[FireSale]

Originally Posted by 427FE

Anyone know if a boss service block is acceptable? It's a D1 or d2, haven't looked in a long time.

The M-6010-BOSS302 block is the only replacement listed in the Accepted Products List thing.That covers Stock and Super Stock.

But ask your local tech. Ive been told that blocks aren't critical as long as the specs match the application.

Dale

[427FE]

I got in touch with the NED NHRA tech for some clarification. I can use the vintage boss block.


I got lucky and found carb, intake and heads local to me and picked them up.

[dmir55]

Use Competition Carburation for your 4180 carb. Bob Oliver is the only one we have found that can make this carb work. And the 4180 is faster than what others use. Dick Miller is the one to go to for rear suspension. Check out his book "Hook and Launch". Save your money and use a 5 speed. If a 4 speed was faster pro stockers would be using them. Also a heavy wheel helps. This is a very good combo, But use your head and think for yourself. Most of the 85 5.0 people try to make this set up too difficult. Good luck and happy motoring.

[427FE]

Thanks for the help fellas, I can use as much help as I can get!

[NX89TANG]

Post pics as you move along. I am very interested in your project. Good luck.