Project TRD Pony

[TRD Pony]

Just got some parts back from powder coating and I am really pleased with how they look!

[tylerlb]

Keep it up. This is nuts.

[Robitussin]

I've always ***** this gen mustang cause cause they look so boring stock but i tell you what, you're doing this one so well.

[TRD Pony]

I've always ***** this gen mustang cause cause they look so boring stock but i tell you what, you're doing this one so well.

Thank you! It's really a shame that most of the time this gen gets overlooked. I think it has great lines and curves, but in stock form it is pretty bad. Most examples are pretty beat and neglected.

[TRD Pony]

Well I finally decided to be brave and tackle the one task I have been putting off. In order to convert completely to usdm spec, I needed to drill the head out to add egr to the jdm head. I had to do it if I wanted any hope of getting through bar inspection.






Here I sacrificed a egr plate to sink a drill bushing so I could get a nice straight shot into the #6 exhaust port.


All of the holes machined out and the bolt holes helicoiled.

[sdistc]

Nice project
While you are completely correct that a single turbo is usually cheaper for more power than either upgrading the stock twin setup or going to aftermarket big twins, if you are interested in keeping the stock look and potentially smog-legal... check out this: https://www.speedforsale.com/suprapa...f32e00f06a5382

There are options for either the JDM or USDM stock turbos (easier/cheaper with the JDM), and proven for 450 whp with only fuel upgrades, or up to 700 whp / 10 sec quarters / 130+ mph trap.

[TRD Pony]

Yeah the Stu twins is always an option. I'll just have to see where it takes me. But likely I'll switch over to an arm infinity ecu and run flex fuel on stock twins until they blow and go from there.

[sdistc]

Yeah the Stu twins is always an option. I'll just have to see where it takes me. But likely I'll switch over to an arm infinity ecu and run flex fuel on stock twins until they blow and go from there.

Sounds like a plan.
Just be wary of mission creep! My Supra back in the day went from completely stock to 71mm single with a built motor in one go

[TRD Pony]

I have just started to wrap up the motor and it is now ready to put back into the car. I have also pulled the rear axle out and have modified the rear brake lines to make way for the irs suspension. Everything is starting to come together for this project.

[TRD Pony]

Well I finally got motor in and I can't wait to get this project going. I put in a new flywheel and south bend stage 3 endurance clutch. The motor has been completely swapped to usdm spec. Now I just have to do some plumbing and wiring to get it going!

[Robitussin]

It fits way too well in that engine bay! haha

[TRD Pony]

I have been slowly chipping away at things but I have finished all of the lines for the hydroboost/power steering system.

[DeltaAlpha9]

It's amazing how the engine looks right at home in the bay.

[delvin]

Excellent! Love the IRS and the FTBR stuff really improves it. Can't wait to see this bad boy on the road!

Looking forward to more updates

[TRD Pony]

Small update, I have the irs suspension in the car now and test fitted some 18x10 wheels for the rear.