2015 Mustang Ecoboost K/SA?

[6130]

It just occured to me that the fuel pressure sensor I was mentioning, might be a convenient place to "T" into the low-pressure side of the fuel supply system for fuel sampling valve- the sensor just screws into a threaded hole in the top of the fuel rail.

[HawkBrosMav]

Originally Posted by Jim Caughlin

I am familiar with Ecoboost / Duratec engines, I am not aware of any block strength issues. There are a couple of minor weak areas that need attention but very easy and inexpensive to fix. What do you know that I don't?

Regarding the damper, I guess one persons pulley is another man's damper. I have one of these in my shop and it looks like a pulley to me. That being said, the Ford 2.3 single OHC motor doesn't technically have a damper either. Mine does because I retrofitted an SBC unit to it but not the way it comes from the factory.

Jim Caughlin
SS 6019

Jim,
As mentioned my research has been minimum at best. My point is I've read about issues some have had and without having first hand knowledge, as you have, one should probably look into these potential issues prior to encountering them.

I have been told by at least 4 people, I've discussed this combo with, that the stock intercooler has heat soak issues that would prevent this combo from being a viable car outside of class. Looking in the rule book there is nothing stating you must run the stock intercooler so this seems to be a very easy fix, just run a bigger one...

I don't want to pretend to be any kind of expert.. I've never laid my hands on one of these engines. I just was passing info on that I have found as I too am interested in running this motor someday. If we can't get the SS/GT rules changed I'll have less to worry about in terms of limitations to my combo, most likely will never have this engine in a 2015 mustang if I do it.

Brad

[HawkBrosMav]

Originally Posted by 6130

It just occured to me that the fuel pressure sensor I was mentioning, might be a convenient place to "T" into the low-pressure side of the fuel supply system for fuel sampling valve- the sensor just screws into a threaded hole in the top of the fuel rail.

If the sensor is in the fuel rail I have a hard time believing it is low pressure. Your going to have to find something before the HP pump. Just doing a quick google search it sounds like the is a low pressure sensor in the fuel lines coming from the tank just as they get into the engine bay. You could probably "T" it there.

[6130]

Originally Posted by HawkBrosMav

Looking in the rule book there is nothing stating you must run the stock intercooler so this seems to be a very easy fix, just run a bigger one...

Are you saying that I can run a larger aftermarket intercooler in Stock Eliminator?

[6130]

Originally Posted by HawkBrosMav

If the sensor is in the fuel rail I have a hard time believing it is low pressure. Your going to have to find something before the HP pump. Just doing a quick google search it sounds like the is a low pressure sensor in the fuel lines coming from the tank just as they get into the engine bay. You could probably "T" it there.

I may have misunderstood the location of the fuel pressure sensor for the low pressure fuel supply system.

[6130]

Double post.

[6130]

Originally Posted by ALMACK

3" o/r downpipe, tune, and NHRA spec fuel on the approved list.

I see that VP's C10 100 octane unleaded is on the NHRA approved fuel list.

[rognelson777]

I6

Originally Posted by 6130

These are the modifications listed in the video description:

Airaid Intake
Turbosmart Wastegate
3" Open Down Pipe
Wagner Tuning EVO II Intercooler
Methanol Injection Kit
UPR Products Dual Catch Cans
BMR Suspension upgrades
Viking Rear Shocks
Weld Racing wheels wrapped in 17" MT ET STREET R and Front Runners
VP Racing Fuels MS 109

So i see 1 item definite. Methanol injection, and that can be a big one on boosted applications. If the airaid intake is before throttle body can just delete. I do think wastegates are allowed to be changed. The intercooler seams to need clarifying

[HawkBrosMav]

Originally Posted by 6130

Are you saying that I can run a larger aftermarket intercooler in Stock Eliminator?

I'm saying the rulebook reads this:

INTERCOOLER
"Intercooler tanks must be located in the engine compartment"

I'm not sure how they could enforce a ruling of the intercooler having to remain the factory unit with this rule...

[JHeath]

Originally Posted by HawkBrosMav

I'm saying the rulebook reads this:

INTERCOOLER
"Intercooler tanks must be located in the engine compartment"

I'm not sure how they could enforce a ruling of the intercooler having to remain the factory unit with this rule...

I believe this is meant for the supercharged CJ, Copo, and Drag Pak cars.