Cleaning up some odds and ends
This update covers Cleaning up some odds.
This update covers odds and ends cleanup, little things, and drilling panels.
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Cleaning up some odds: Busy weeks and slow panel drilling
First, the past few weeks have been really busy. Meanwhile, working from home takes a toll.
For example, you look up from the computer at 10pm. Then you realize you have been at it since 7am.
Still, I have been cleaning up little things on the car. Also, I have meant to finish drilling panels for the rest of the sheetmetal.
However, that just has not happened yet. Maybe it is the heat!
Firewall soundproofing and front ABS parts
Next I put up more sound and heat-proofing on the firewall. Because you cannot put enough in these cars, it is best to do it now.
After a few other tries, I also think I have the correct front ABS sensors from the 2005-2009 Ford Mustang GT500. In other words, the originally documented BRAB-291 were much too long.
Therefore I believe the Motorcraft Part# BRAB-290 will match what John George installed. Likewise, they are from the ’05-09 years, so they should match the HCU setup.
Breeze battery box and rear ABS sensors
Assembling the Breeze battery box was fun. However, I had to change it up!
As a result, this modification will give much needed trunk space. Still, I am not keen on bolts into holes drilled in the 4″ bar.
So I decided to riv-nut those holes to make it more sturdy. Then I used M8 stainless bolts to mount the rear with lock-washers and blue loctite.
Besides that, five 3/16 rivets in front will help ensure it will not move.
Mounting the rear ABS sensors
The last cleanup item was to mount the rear ABS sensors. Meanwhile, I had them for a while.
However, I was putting off disassembling the rear brakes. Ultimately you have to remove the parking caliper, the rotor, the large caliper, AND the bracket to mount this sensor!
Slow progress is still progress! Likewise, I smile every time I walk into the garage, even if it is 100F outside!
