project LX BOSS

[LxBoss87]

k. i got a new mustang , 1987 mustang lx with the 302 HO. i dont really know anything about mustangs cuz this is my first one but i know the basics of cars...
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k136/fociteg/mustang/111007_1635a.jpg

so far it needs a new tranny, battery, motor mounts, and that should be it. Maybe fix up the linkage a bit better.
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k136/fociteg/mustang/111107_1427a.jpg

lol...

tranny is split into 3 pieces, the bell housing cracked all the way around, and is laying on the top of the tranny. well wish me luck lol we are getting another tranny for it soon, just deciding if we want a manual or keep it auto...

[R825OH]

Good luck ! and Welcome!

[NXcoupe]

Good luck! What happened to cause the trans to be destroyed like that?

[LxBoss87]

i had to work so my dad went to pick up the car, and he put it on the trailer/dolly and had the back wheels on the ground, and tranny in neutral, with driveshaft still in place. so the tranny was in movement, with no tranny fluid being pumped, so needless to say it needs to be replaced. should i keep an auto or go manual? What years will fit, no problems? Thanks :)

[motox159]

i have an extra set of pedals for sale if you decide to do the swap to a manual

[LxBoss87]

for dual exhaust, what is an ideal size piping?

[motox159]

im kinda new to this too fella, but i would think maybe 2-2 1/2 back to some 3 1/2 inch tips sounds pretty good. :confused: