Well, as the title states......Ive have finally finished my conversion project......(for the second time, that is) (as many of you know, my original mustang 5.0 had a spun bearing, so I had to redo the project) I have not driven it much yet, because I want to get the TV presure Perfectly dialed in......which is very very important with the AOD.
Anyway: To recap, here is what i did:
I took a 92 Thunderbird 5.0 H.O. V8 EFI MAF, and installed it in my 91 Explorer 4dr 4x4. Furthermore, I installed the whole interior, electronics, and complete "headlight to tailight" wiring harness from a 94 Limited Edition explorer. (so, I basically had 2 projects goin on at the same time!) While I had my transmission out of the truck, for the second time, I decided I might as well have it rebuilt: I installed Alto H.D. direct clutch packs, Kevlar Overdrive band, and A+ Overdrive Servo.......in addition to the complete Overhaul, ie; seal and misc clutches. (my trans was rebuilt by a ford tranny mechanic....see my previous post)
Here are the materials I used for my 5.0 project:
-92 5.0 H.O
-AOD (Automatic Overdrive Transmission) 000K miles
-Borg Warner 1354 T-case
-A.A adapter for AOD to B.W. 1354 T/Case
-Advanced Adapters motor Mounts
-Heddmann Headers (5.0 ranger specific)
-A.A. remote oil filter
-3inch single exhaust w/ catalytic
-1990 mustang wiring Harness....yep the "odd year"
-used original trans crossmember
-used Accesorrie kit off of my orignal mustang 5.0 on my current T-bird 5.0
-retained original drivelines
-------------------How I did my wiring------------------
I basically integrated the mustang computer harness in to my explorer "BODY" harness by cutting off the relays off the mustang computer harness, and then tying them in to my existing explorer relay and power distribution box. Wiring was easier than I thought......and actually fun.....in a challenging way!
It didnt take me long to wire it up once I had a plan and map, what took a long time was the countless hours of research & finishing work, ie; soldering, heat shrink, tape, etc. In the time to come, I will eventually try and put up a website about this, currently all my plans are on about 30 different sheets of paper, and it's gonna take a couple of rainy days to put it all in writing.
-------------'94 Limited wirng conversion-------------------
as stated before, I also parted out a complete 94 limited explorer, and intalled all the wiring and electronics in my 91 XLT. (note: the 94 Limited wiring harness IS PACKED WITH GOODIES!!)
I had to remove EVERY interior plastic panel and ALSO required the removal of my complete dash! (I rippef out all of the 91 XLT wiring in my dash and replaced with the 94 limited wiring) yes.... tis very different!
here are the benifits of doing such a crazy conversion:
-Ford's top of the line Leather Seats w/ full power movement controls and two person memory....these seats also use thicker leather than the eddie bauer "preforated leather"
-Overhead Computer Console (elec. temp, compass)
-Auto Dimming mirror
-Automatic lights and DELAY option
-factory connections and switch for fog lights
-JBL Subwoofer and sound system
-one touch window control
-Auto light off.... ( in case ya leave your lights on)
-KEYLESS entry
-Anti-theft SECURITY ALARM w/ hood pin sensor.
-4 Wheel ABS "ready"
-2 cup Leather center console w/ "limited trim"
-----------------------------------------------
anyway, the engine has a nice deep growl to it.........i will post more, as the time progresses. Also, if you have in depth questions concerning wiring, the best way to ask me questions is through AIM....AOL instant messager) My username is Mr Asp84...... I'm usually on anywhere from 8pm-1am (P.S.T.)
Feel free to ask questions or add constructive feedback!
Good Luck to all planning or currently involved in the conversion!
Al
by the way..........did I mention I'm DONE with this engine conversion crap!!!!!! It's been a long two months!!!!! :fire: just kidding.... .....
Anyway: To recap, here is what i did:
I took a 92 Thunderbird 5.0 H.O. V8 EFI MAF, and installed it in my 91 Explorer 4dr 4x4. Furthermore, I installed the whole interior, electronics, and complete "headlight to tailight" wiring harness from a 94 Limited Edition explorer. (so, I basically had 2 projects goin on at the same time!) While I had my transmission out of the truck, for the second time, I decided I might as well have it rebuilt: I installed Alto H.D. direct clutch packs, Kevlar Overdrive band, and A+ Overdrive Servo.......in addition to the complete Overhaul, ie; seal and misc clutches. (my trans was rebuilt by a ford tranny mechanic....see my previous post)
Here are the materials I used for my 5.0 project:
-92 5.0 H.O
-AOD (Automatic Overdrive Transmission) 000K miles
-Borg Warner 1354 T-case
-A.A adapter for AOD to B.W. 1354 T/Case
-Advanced Adapters motor Mounts
-Heddmann Headers (5.0 ranger specific)
-A.A. remote oil filter
-3inch single exhaust w/ catalytic
-1990 mustang wiring Harness....yep the "odd year"
-used original trans crossmember
-used Accesorrie kit off of my orignal mustang 5.0 on my current T-bird 5.0
-retained original drivelines
-------------------How I did my wiring------------------
I basically integrated the mustang computer harness in to my explorer "BODY" harness by cutting off the relays off the mustang computer harness, and then tying them in to my existing explorer relay and power distribution box. Wiring was easier than I thought......and actually fun.....in a challenging way!
It didnt take me long to wire it up once I had a plan and map, what took a long time was the countless hours of research & finishing work, ie; soldering, heat shrink, tape, etc. In the time to come, I will eventually try and put up a website about this, currently all my plans are on about 30 different sheets of paper, and it's gonna take a couple of rainy days to put it all in writing. -------------'94 Limited wirng conversion-------------------
as stated before, I also parted out a complete 94 limited explorer, and intalled all the wiring and electronics in my 91 XLT. (note: the 94 Limited wiring harness IS PACKED WITH GOODIES!!)
I had to remove EVERY interior plastic panel and ALSO required the removal of my complete dash! (I rippef out all of the 91 XLT wiring in my dash and replaced with the 94 limited wiring) yes.... tis very different!
here are the benifits of doing such a crazy conversion:
-Ford's top of the line Leather Seats w/ full power movement controls and two person memory....these seats also use thicker leather than the eddie bauer "preforated leather"
-Overhead Computer Console (elec. temp, compass)
-Auto Dimming mirror
-Automatic lights and DELAY option
-factory connections and switch for fog lights
-JBL Subwoofer and sound system
-one touch window control
-Auto light off.... ( in case ya leave your lights on)
-KEYLESS entry
-Anti-theft SECURITY ALARM w/ hood pin sensor.
-4 Wheel ABS "ready"
-2 cup Leather center console w/ "limited trim"
-----------------------------------------------
anyway, the engine has a nice deep growl to it.........i will post more, as the time progresses. Also, if you have in depth questions concerning wiring, the best way to ask me questions is through AIM....AOL instant messager) My username is Mr Asp84...... I'm usually on anywhere from 8pm-1am (P.S.T.)
Feel free to ask questions or add constructive feedback!
Good Luck to all planning or currently involved in the conversion!
Al
by the way..........did I mention I'm DONE with this engine conversion crap!!!!!! It's been a long two months!!!!! :fire: just kidding.... .....
