Vorshlag has been working on another V8 swap in our shop – a Gen II Coyote V8 going into a 2010 Mustang. This car previously competed in NASA Spec Iron class, but the owner wanted more power to be able to run American Iron class, which has a higher horsepower limit. The 4.6 3V engine that came in the 2005-10 model Mustang GT isn’t exactly known for making easy power, so a Gen II Coyote crate motor was purchased along with a Tremec T56 Magnum XL.
In this Forum Build Thread update we show the many steps needed to swap to this 2015-17 version of the 5.0L Coyote V8. In typical Vorshlag fashion we show weights of everything related to the powertrain, detailed pictures of the engine+trans install, the Ford Controls Pack wiring harness installation, brackets we needed to buy or build, accessory drives, motor mounts, clutch and hydraulic TOB installation, firewall clearance for the intake manifold, fire system repairs, and more.
In an effort to improve cooling and aero efficiency we “rolled the radiator”, taking the OEM-sized aluminum unit from straight up to a 19 degree roll. We show the steps from mockup, finding more clearance, custom mounting brackets, adding the fan, making radiator hoses, and more.
The last thing we talk about in this forum update are the CAI and exhaust header selection and installation. Together with a custom dyno tune we should be able to reach 450 whp, then with a restricted tune dial it back to the ~370 whp that this car will need for AI class racing. With a wheel/tire change and a new tune uploaded the car should be able to run in NASA ST2 competitively as well. Two classes are better than one!
In the next round of forum updates we will show other work that has been completed, such as an oil cooler, remote oil filter housing, ducted front grill, the 2011-14 “3 bolt” EPAS steering rack install into the 2 bolt crossmember, and much more. Stay tuned!