Also, do I need to swap the tranny crossmember?
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Also, do I need to swap the tranny crossmember?
Be very sure about embarking on a coyote swap. The T5 will definitely not last, and all the ancillary parts add up very quickly. There really isn’t a “cheap” coyote swap. However it is less expensive without air conditioning or power steering but in all honesty it’s likely to just buy a 11-14 5.0 or just build a nice stroker SBF in your fox.
I say this as a buddy of mine did a swap in his 96GT and it’s got very, very expensive.
Second that. Cheaper if you can get a totalled 2011 or up gt and swap all the parts yourself. If paying someone then its gonna cost $$$. Buying a 2011 or up is a better option...BUT if the car is sentimental and the body style is what you want, then who cares how much it costs. I would go all out and get a T56 or magnum XL 6 speed to mate with the coyote and junk the T5. Its a weak transmission just like the T45. The T45 has very weak syncros if its power shifted and wont last long. T56 all the way !
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If you go with a T5 or T45 then I would recommend getting a set of headers that allow you to remove the transmission and bellhousing without removing a header, it will be worth the extra cost when it comes time to replace the trans or clutch.
What are you planning on using for a control pack; Ford Racing or a modified factory coyote harness and computer? There is a guy in the USA that modifies coyote computers and harnesses to work in the swap that can save you quite a few bucks.
Ford racing sells a coyote and 6r80 combo kit......you'd have a weapon at the strip.
I have figured out most of my direction with the swap, I am sure there will be unexpected expenses but I will give my real world numbers in regards to cost closer to when I am finished.
The t5 will be used for now, lots of people use it and like I said earlier, it's been backing 400rwhp for 10 years with no issue. I don't race the car, it's purely for street. It will have AC, power brakes and steering.
I've already sourced quite a few parts.
Wishing you the best with the swap. You already have a beautiful ride and it will be even better with a coyote. Look forward to the build thread.
Thanks! I will keep everyone in the loop!
Any updates on this? Interested to know your part selections as I had a coyote swap planned on paper with part #’s and cost etc.
LOL....so big update....parted the car out and bought an 07 GT500 :)
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However, knowing that had some of the required suspension and brake mods already.....this swap is an easy 16K +++++