Transmission and differential options and decisions
After the engine and transmission install, the next step is to ensure the car is level and align the driveshaft in accordance to the IRS differential. One nice thing about the IRS is that the pumpkin doesn’t move or shift like a live axle. Three spacers were needed to raise the tail shaft of the…
It’s been a minute since my last update. Life got busy, lots of work travel, etc. Since my last update, lots of little things have been done. First was to seal up the rear cockpit wall and get ready for carpet. Everything has been pre-drilled for a while now. It was a matter of 70+…
Big moment in the build today! Yet another package arrived! The Coyote and Tremec TKX finally arrived after it’s 10-day cross-country trek from Forte’s Parts! The specs for the order is as follows, and just to note, it is different from the regular setup that Mike offers: I made some slight changes from my knowledge…
There are two different Driveshaft adapters: 2015-17 Automatic transmission cars and all 2018+ center sections which is coated clear zinc. 2015-17 manual transmission center sections is coated yellow zinc. The standard one included is the clear zinc adapter. I got the original clear zinc adapter which doesn’t mate up with my yoke. The yoke is…
So excited to finally get the IRS installed and torqued down! The toe adjuster sleeves came in with the IRS sleeves – so it’s great to see these parts so I could get the rear suspension completed! Just to note, if you have the IRS rear sway bar option, this is the time to remember…
It’s been a couple of months that I’ve been waiting for 4 small parts to get going on the IRS center section installation. Factory Five has a skeleton crew working during the pandemic, and they shipped these parts! YAY! Now that these parts arrived, I could get to installing the center section! My son was…
Now that the basic installation is done on the front of the car, it’s time to tackle the IRS setup. There are several components that comprise the IRS. All these bits plant the rear tires on the ground, and deliver power equally via the traction-lok differential. Normally, Factory Five offers this as an option –…
This is something that doesn’t have to be done, but it’s a nice way to clean up the differential, and keep it looking nice (not that anyone will see it!) clear coated the alum diff cover steps to remove rust and finally clear-coat the aluminum cover Overall, this was a great day! Very excited about…
In 2011, Ford birthed the Coyote 5.0. It made its statement by producing 412 hp at 6,500 rpm and 390 lb-ft of torque at 4250 rpm while making 11:1 compression. Starting with a clean slate, Ford engineered the 5.0L with power, efficiency, and economy in mind. They did this by utilizing a strong aluminum block…