Project: Mavro Gato - 99 Turbo'd 3L - Page 2

StealthyWeasel · 09-07-2006, 01:31 PM

Added in the photos was a close up of the YL8E upper windage tray. I was curious on if this needed to be updated, since my stock 02 sable tray worked fine with the updated 5L8E oil pan and pickup tube. Via PM's trevor had verified to me that it can work as long as it clears all components (rotate the engine several times)

Can anyone else pitch in on this or is that pretty much the definitive answer?

FastCougar · 09-07-2006, 01:54 PM

The only reason for that closeup is to note what tray didn't work without being modified. However, I think this is exclusive to me since I had to modify it because a block bolt was in the wrong place ... look just above the nut holding down the oil pickup tab ... I had to drill out the pan to clear a studded bolt that is in the wrong place. I have to reference the build manual that I gave the machine shop to see if it was their goof or mine (giving them 2.5L directions). *I THINK* that studded bolt was the old retaining stud for the older design oil pickup and me giving them the 2.5L plans with revised 3L setups would explain why I had to drill a hole in the windage tray. No biggie though ... the bolts are all the same length and torqued to spec.

Blackcoog · 09-07-2006, 10:28 PM

Quote:

The only reason for that closeup is to note what tray didn't work without being modified. However, I think this is exclusive to me since I had to modify it because a block bolt was in the wrong place ... look just above the nut holding down the oil pickup tab ... I had to drill out the pan to clear a studded bolt that is in the wrong place. I have to reference the build manual that I gave the machine shop to see if it was their goof or mine (giving them 2.5L directions). *I THINK* that studded bolt was the old retaining stud for the older design oil pickup and me giving them the 2.5L plans with revised 3L setups would explain why I had to drill a hole in the windage tray. No biggie though ... the bolts are all the same length and torqued to spec.

That isn't out of the ordinary. I've had to modify all of the windage trays when I swap over to the 2.5L oil pan on all my 3L swaps. You need to replaced one of the bolts with one that has a stud on it and drill through the windage tray so it will stick through and the pickup tube has something to bolt to.

nadthomas · 09-07-2006, 10:48 PM

That's awesome. I glad to see the "FastCougar" is going to come to life.

FastCougar · 09-08-2006, 01:28 AM

Today's work ... before and after of the external "covers" being painted with Dupli-Color's 500 degree engine enamel (w/ceramic). I did 2 light coats, roughly 15 minutes apart and then one final coat laid on heavier, but not heavy enough to streak.

Timing Cover:

Before

After

Left Head Valve Cover:

Before

After

Right Head Valve Cover:

Before

After

Oil Pan (brand new):

Before

After

I ordered a new idler pulley and tensioner arm from Rock Auto. Here they are installed on the newly painted timing cover. I have to remove the old (painted over) crankshaft oil seal and install the new one, but it's late and I don't want to make that kind of noise right now.

However, I think I will need to return the idler pulley and order one from Bill Jenkins ... it's slightly larger than stock ... just enough clearance here to insert a finger nail ... no more.

And yes, I plan on pulling the idler pulley retainer & bolt and painting those as well when I replace the idler pulley

GrandMasterKhan · 09-08-2006, 01:31 AM

hey we need to do that to my 3.0

FastCougar · 09-08-2006, 01:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrandMasterKhan

hey we need to do that to my 3.0

Who's we? Someone helping you install a 3L?

My Cougar's black with a silver engine ... your Cougar is silver, so black should look good ... set off your hood nicely when opened up.

FastCougar · 09-08-2006, 01:44 AM

The red trans is going to stick out like a sore thumb, not to mention that the paint on it is plain old spray paint is can be wiped off with a rag w/gasoline on it

I soo regret spending the extra money on getting that done. Don't get me wrong, it looks great, but was definitely done in a hurry and done with the wrong type of paint.

Cheesebox · 09-08-2006, 01:47 AM

OoOOooOh Shiny?

Danef150 · 09-08-2006, 01:56 AM

Nice work any high def pics of what was done to the crank ?
Thanks
Jameson

09-07-2006, 01:31 PM	#11 (permalink)
StealthyWeasel NECO Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 4,042 Images: 5	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Added in the photos was a close up of the YL8E upper windage tray. I was curious on if this needed to be updated, since my stock 02 sable tray worked fine with the updated 5L8E oil pan and pickup tube. Via PM's trevor had verified to me that it can work as long as it clears all components (rotate the engine several times) Can anyone else pitch in on this or is that pretty much the definitive answer? __________________ 3L frozen in time @ 96,412. 50k driven since purchase and 100% reliable. This place

09-07-2006, 01:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,139 Images: 732	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) The only reason for that closeup is to note what tray didn't work without being modified. However, I think this is exclusive to me since I had to modify it because a block bolt was in the wrong place ... look just above the nut holding down the oil pickup tab ... I had to drill out the pan to clear a studded bolt that is in the wrong place. I have to reference the build manual that I gave the machine shop to see if it was their goof or mine (giving them 2.5L directions). I THINK that studded bolt was the old retaining stud for the older design oil pickup and me giving them the 2.5L plans with revised 3L setups would explain why I had to drill a hole in the windage tray. No biggie though ... the bolts are all the same length and torqued to spec. __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Working on cooling issue and concerned about 150psi compression test on cylinder #5. Power: 391.9 hp @ 6750 rpm \| 374.2 lbs/ft. @ 4250 rpm \| boost @ 11 psi For Sale: 19" Konig Verdicts with Toyo ProxesFZ4 225/35ZR19 Tires - $850 shipped! "Jesus was a community organizer. Pontius Pilate was a governor." - Anonymous

09-08-2006, 01:28 AM	#15 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,139 Images: 732	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Today's work ... before and after of the external "covers" being painted with Dupli-Color's 500 degree engine enamel (w/ceramic). I did 2 light coats, roughly 15 minutes apart and then one final coat laid on heavier, but not heavy enough to streak. Timing Cover: Before After Left Head Valve Cover: Before After Right Head Valve Cover: Before After Oil Pan (brand new): Before After I ordered a new idler pulley and tensioner arm from Rock Auto. Here they are installed on the newly painted timing cover. I have to remove the old (painted over) crankshaft oil seal and install the new one, but it's late and I don't want to make that kind of noise right now. However, I think I will need to return the idler pulley and order one from Bill Jenkins ... it's slightly larger than stock ... just enough clearance here to insert a finger nail ... no more. And yes, I plan on pulling the idler pulley retainer & bolt and painting those as well when I replace the idler pulley __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Working on cooling issue and concerned about 150psi compression test on cylinder #5. Power: 391.9 hp @ 6750 rpm \| 374.2 lbs/ft. @ 4250 rpm \| boost @ 11 psi For Sale: 19" Konig Verdicts with Toyo ProxesFZ4 225/35ZR19 Tires - $850 shipped! "Jesus was a community organizer. Pontius Pilate was a governor." - Anonymous

09-08-2006, 01:31 AM	#16 (permalink)
GrandMasterKhan Buyer Beware Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 6,719	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) hey we need to do that to my 3.0 __________________ Originally Posted by Clutch "repost from turbomustangs thread, jesus can you not check the whole internet before you post something??? What the hell is wrong with you?" Parting out my cougar! "Square pistons rock..." -DemonSVT GMK full systems no longer available. GMK CAI Extensions available by special request only.

09-08-2006, 01:44 AM	#18 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,139 Images: 732	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) The red trans is going to stick out like a sore thumb, not to mention that the paint on it is plain old spray paint is can be wiped off with a rag w/gasoline on it I soo regret spending the extra money on getting that done. Don't get me wrong, it looks great, but was definitely done in a hurry and done with the wrong type of paint. __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Working on cooling issue and concerned about 150psi compression test on cylinder #5. Power: 391.9 hp @ 6750 rpm \| 374.2 lbs/ft. @ 4250 rpm \| boost @ 11 psi For Sale: 19" Konig Verdicts with Toyo ProxesFZ4 225/35ZR19 Tires - $850 shipped! "Jesus was a community organizer. Pontius Pilate was a governor." - Anonymous

09-08-2006, 01:47 AM	#19 (permalink)
Cheesebox NECO Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New York City Posts: 354	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) OoOOooOh Shiny?

09-08-2006, 01:56 AM	#20 (permalink)
Danef150 NECO Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Louisiana Posts: 394	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Nice work any high def pics of what was done to the crank ? Thanks Jameson __________________ 2000 DTG MTX ,SVT UIM,LIM, and TB, Bassani Catback, Eibach Springs &and; KYB GR2 Struts, Mirko RSTB, Front STB, Quaife LSD, Centerforce Dual Friction Clutch, Fidanza Flywheel, 18" Oz Superleggera's w/ Falken ZE512's 225/40/18, 13" Baer Big Brake Kit, StangKiller front and rear LCA's, PRT Mounts....thats about it Soon to come WR SS Headers Dreams: 3.0

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