K-member removal
#1
K-member removal
I'm ready 2 start putting a set of long tubes on and have found the easiest way is dropping the k member. I jacked the car up 2 c what I got 2 do in order 2 do so and it looks kinda detailed, but I want 2 c if anyone else has some tips on what I need 2 do they would like 2 share. I could just pay some shop 2 do it, but I like new challenges I haven't done b4, so would rather take a shot at it over paying someone.
#2
Is this a GT? If it's a v6 I'm pretty sure you don't need to mess with the K-member but I will assume it's a GT. You'll need to be able to support the engine in some way. A cherry picker, or even better a engine lift/brace thing.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=96524
Find a 20% off cupon and buy it.
So, brace the engine, and I don't know the specific steps to remove the K-member.
http://www.maximummotorsports.com/co.../MMKM-2r11.pdf
That probably does a good job of explaining it.
Now get to work.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=96524
Find a 20% off cupon and buy it.
So, brace the engine, and I don't know the specific steps to remove the K-member.
http://www.maximummotorsports.com/co.../MMKM-2r11.pdf
That probably does a good job of explaining it.
Now get to work.
#3
No need to spend money on something to support the motor. Get a sturdy piece of wood and use your jack. Also, jacking the motor up slightly helps make some room to get to a couple of the bolts. Just be careful not to go too high. I'd recommend at least 1 buddy to help with the k-member!
#4
Damn, thats what I thought. Just about everything has 2 come off. On the engine brace what does the chain hook to? It says 33.9", so it's not long enough to go all that far.
And the car is a GT. Their are directions on AM 4 the headers, but most people have told me it would b easier this way. It would give more room under the car 4 sure, so I think this is how I'm going 2 go at it.
And the car is a GT. Their are directions on AM 4 the headers, but most people have told me it would b easier this way. It would give more room under the car 4 sure, so I think this is how I'm going 2 go at it.
#5
No need to spend money on something to support the motor. Get a sturdy piece of wood and use your jack. Also, jacking the motor up slightly helps make some room to get to a couple of the bolts. Just be careful not to go too high. I'd recommend at least 1 buddy to help with the k-member!
#8
My buddy did the majority of my install and he's also done 5-6 other 99-04 4.6's without issues using the jack/wood method. I wouldn't be worried about it too much just don't leave it that way overnight or when you aren't around. I'm just warning you that k-member is a heavy sob and will be a pita by yourself!
#9
If I was a tad closer I'd say come use my garage. But theres a bunch of mustang guys who did a LT swap in a day on 2 cars.
Me n my friend put an engine in his mustang and we slid the engine in with the LT's on. But thats engine and tranny removal. Sometimes they rub on the bottom of the chassis too. They are a PAIN!
Me n my friend put an engine in his mustang and we slid the engine in with the LT's on. But thats engine and tranny removal. Sometimes they rub on the bottom of the chassis too. They are a PAIN!
#11
My buddy did the majority of my install and he's also done 5-6 other 99-04 4.6's without issues using the jack/wood method. I wouldn't be worried about it too much just don't leave it that way overnight or when you aren't around. I'm just warning you that k-member is a heavy sob and will be a pita by yourself!
#12
If I was a tad closer I'd say come use my garage. But theres a bunch of mustang guys who did a LT swap in a day on 2 cars.
Me n my friend put an engine in his mustang and we slid the engine in with the LT's on. But thats engine and tranny removal. Sometimes they rub on the bottom of the chassis too. They are a PAIN!
Me n my friend put an engine in his mustang and we slid the engine in with the LT's on. But thats engine and tranny removal. Sometimes they rub on the bottom of the chassis too. They are a PAIN!
#13
That would b a good idea, but I don't know how deep I plan on getting into this car. I love it and all, but due 2 the lack of tracks or any safe place 2 race this car will just b a DD kinda car.
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