Project: Mavro Gato - 99 Turbo'd 3L - Page 36

rbls4ever · 05-21-2007, 09:46 PM

so any updates?

FastCougar · 05-24-2007, 04:44 AM

Not really ... currently trying to find the motivation to clean out the garage so I can back the car in to do some welding. The relocated battery needs to be secured in place, so I plan on welding in some slotted "L" channel and then securing it to that. I'm not a big fan of the threaded rod and drilling holes. Hopefully I can find the time this weekend to do that and to find/fix the leak in the trunk. When it rains, the spare wheel well fills with water. I have determined where it's entering the trunk area, but can't find where it's coming from. Considering that's where I have the battery, it's a rather important fix since water and electricy are never a good mix

I have the spare tire removed, battery as close to the center of the car as possible against the back stop of the spare tire well, if that helps you visualize. Once I fix the leak and weld in the battery brackets, I will take some pictures.

FastCougar · 07-19-2007, 01:45 AM

Well, I found some time this weekend to fabricate a battery tray. The metal in the spare tire well is EXTREMELY thin. I burnt through on 3 occasions and had to tack the holes shut. So, rather than try to run a bead, I had to tack and move, tack and move, etc. I couldn't get a good picture of it, but behind the tray, where it slopes up, I was able to run a 1 inch bead from each corner inward. It's very sturdy and not going anywhere

jaged · 07-19-2007, 01:51 AM

ive noticed the thinness of the spare tire well when getting the slicks in and out. its kinda scary to stand on.

why not tuck the battery in the corner of the trunk?

FastCougar · 07-19-2007, 01:54 AM

Lower CG FTW

FastCougar · 07-19-2007, 01:56 AM

The main reason for securing the battery was to finally test the suspension ... Koni + Ground Control + brand new tires = AWESOME!

Now, I just need to get some datalogs for Tom to finish the NA tune and while I'm waiting on the tune, I will start to finish fabricating the turbo kit.

FastCougar · 07-19-2007, 02:26 PM

Well, after many attempts to salvage the AC system, it simply isn't working. So, out it comes this weekend. It will allow for much more room for the turbo kit, but unfortunately, makes the car's buying audience shrink

DanG · 07-19-2007, 05:00 PM

Pffff. Turbo boost > A/C

Topik · 07-19-2007, 05:23 PM

I agree

FastCougar · 07-21-2007, 01:57 PM

Yanked it today ... pretty easy!

You have to disconnect the brake line since it actually bends around the intermediate A/C dryer line. Because of this, you will need to bleed the brakes as well.

There is also a riveted "blocking" plate that needs to be removed from the fender well.

Future home of my FMIC ... PLENTY of space now without the condenser in the way!

05-21-2007, 09:46 PM	#351 (permalink)
rbls4ever NECO Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: springfield,va Posts: 590	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) so any updates? __________________ 3 point OHHHHH in the works...... My Baby the other DOWN WITH BUSH - get out the clippers! - trim your patch today!

05-24-2007, 04:44 AM	#352 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,507 Images: 743	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Not really ... currently trying to find the motivation to clean out the garage so I can back the car in to do some welding. The relocated battery needs to be secured in place, so I plan on welding in some slotted "L" channel and then securing it to that. I'm not a big fan of the threaded rod and drilling holes. Hopefully I can find the time this weekend to do that and to find/fix the leak in the trunk. When it rains, the spare wheel well fills with water. I have determined where it's entering the trunk area, but can't find where it's coming from. Considering that's where I have the battery, it's a rather important fix since water and electricy are never a good mix I have the spare tire removed, battery as close to the center of the car as possible against the back stop of the spare tire well, if that helps you visualize. Once I fix the leak and weld in the battery brackets, I will take some pictures. __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Parting out car: Engine for Sale \| Trans for Sale 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 - $700 shipped!

07-19-2007, 01:45 AM	#353 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,507 Images: 743	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Well, I found some time this weekend to fabricate a battery tray. The metal in the spare tire well is EXTREMELY thin. I burnt through on 3 occasions and had to tack the holes shut. So, rather than try to run a bead, I had to tack and move, tack and move, etc. I couldn't get a good picture of it, but behind the tray, where it slopes up, I was able to run a 1 inch bead from each corner inward. It's very sturdy and not going anywhere __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Parting out car: Engine for Sale \| Trans for Sale 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 - $700 shipped!

07-19-2007, 01:51 AM	#354 (permalink)
jaged shoot me now Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: hebron, in Posts: 14,293 Images: 3	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) ive noticed the thinness of the spare tire well when getting the slicks in and out. its kinda scary to stand on. why not tuck the battery in the corner of the trunk? __________________ BUY COUGARFEST RAFFLE TICKETS SM 86 now with two choices 2.5L or 3L

07-19-2007, 01:54 AM	#355 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,507 Images: 743	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Lower CG FTW __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Parting out car: Engine for Sale \| Trans for Sale 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 - $700 shipped!

07-19-2007, 01:56 AM	#356 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,507 Images: 743	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) The main reason for securing the battery was to finally test the suspension ... Koni + Ground Control + brand new tires = AWESOME! Now, I just need to get some datalogs for Tom to finish the NA tune and while I'm waiting on the tune, I will start to finish fabricating the turbo kit. __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Parting out car: Engine for Sale \| Trans for Sale 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 - $700 shipped!

07-19-2007, 02:26 PM	#357 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,507 Images: 743	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Well, after many attempts to salvage the AC system, it simply isn't working. So, out it comes this weekend. It will allow for much more room for the turbo kit, but unfortunately, makes the car's buying audience shrink __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Parting out car: Engine for Sale \| Trans for Sale 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 - $700 shipped!

07-19-2007, 05:00 PM	#358 (permalink)
DanG Dan G. & Son! Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 4,269	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) Pffff. Turbo boost > A/C __________________ Dan G. '99 Spruce Green 3.0L ADC T3/4 Turbo Cougar- SOLD. 2006 Pontiac GTO - CGM, M6, 18s - !CAGS, JHP Binnacle Gauges 1998 Contour SE V6 ATX <--- Beater

07-19-2007, 05:23 PM	#359 (permalink)
Topik NECO Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: MY HOUSE Posts: 5,462	Re: Project: Mavro Gato (56K ... Get a cup of coffee) I agree __________________ Barack the cnt hunter 402whp 379 ft lb. 1999 3l turbo cougar 1998.5 ShtVT contour #3162

07-21-2007, 01:57 PM	#360 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,507 Images: 743	A/C? who needs stink'n A/C! Yanked it today ... pretty easy! You have to disconnect the brake line since it actually bends around the intermediate A/C dryer line. Because of this, you will need to bleed the brakes as well. There is also a riveted "blocking" plate that needs to be removed from the fender well. Future home of my FMIC ... PLENTY of space now without the condenser in the way! __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Parting out car: Engine for Sale \| Trans for Sale 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 - $700 shipped!

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