Teksinator build underway!

[Jforce05]

After a lot of reading and gathering basic parts my project is finally underway. I have been around cars and trucks my whole life but I am still learning a lot about the specifics in engine building. I have become a big fan of built, not bought. So this is a huge hands on learning process for me so if you guys can bear with me lol..This will be my second 03/04 cobra, only I learned my lesson the first time. If you have the time, funds, and patience... build the motor first. As much as I want to get back behind the wheel I believe the smarter route for me is to build to my specs, over time, and then drop her in a terminator when ready. So here's the scoop..

93 Teksid mk8 block (stock bore)
03 Cobra crank
03 Manley H beam svt rods
(Leaning towards JE pistons)
Arp mains and sides

I had actually started this project a few months ago with a 96 teksid mk8 block but we determined a pre existing cylinder chip would need a complete resleeve. I had the opportunity to buy another block locally at a good price so It made more since to buy the second block for half the price of a single cylinder resleeve. So now I have an extra teksid, not a big deal.

So #2 is at the shop for wash, inspection, and line hone. The crank will also be recieving Ed's crank snout mod.

My plan for this build is also somewhat of an experiment. I want to run an 11:1cr (e85)with a ported eaton @15-17psi with custom cams from Todd Warren (na_svt) I understand this has been done before but seems to be a road less traveled. I really want to see if I can hit 650hp on an eaton powered 4.6. I have also had a few breif conversations with Todd about running 99/01 heads with a complete valve job and possibly some p&p. Going to cross that bridge when we get there depending on the available 03-05 heads available at the time. Trying not to get too ahead of myself, I will post pictures and try to keep this updated as I go...

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[John M]

Nice that sounds like an awesome setup, license plate is awesome too

 

[whitedevil95]

Sweet! Subbn.

 

[Jforce05]

Thanks fellas feel free to chime in with advice/recommendations/prayers! The build is slowly turning into what may be a budget build. So far I've got about $500 invested in two teksid blocks, 03 crank, svt manley rods, and arp mains. Although the car will be married to e85, i just want to see how far into the 600s we can get with the eaton. For the price of a m112s these days it will be a fun experiment before we switch to a better blower!

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[whitedevil95]

Yeah i think this a really cool build. Something different.

 

[Jforce05]

It will be kindof a pina to get dialed in i feel like. Can you recommend some good tuners for this application? High CR+medium boist (15-17psi) and possibly N2O. Was thinking Bob kurgan and using his spec'd cams aswell. My head hurts, seeing torque specs and part numbers in my sleep!

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[RichM1983]

So far I've got about $500 invested in two teksid blocks, 03 crank, svt manley rods, and arp mains.

How did you manage to get all of that for so cheap??!!

 

[Jforce05]

How did you manage to get all of that for so cheap??!!

Patience Rich! Lol.. no i did some trading of a few items that were of little to no worth to someone who wanted it regardless. I found an 03 cobra shortblock .30 at a junk yard and harvested the crank, rods, and forged pistons for $600. Sold the pistons as is for a little cash back. Picked up a set of mains and side bolts for $200. Its all somewhere between $500-600 give or take. I had to drop $150 on my second teksid last week. Yes I will admit that some parts are used, but I have tried to purchase parts that have proven themselves over time. If they fail, it will be 100% on me

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[RichM1983]

Patience Rich! Lol.. no i did some trading of a few items that were of little to no worth to someone who wanted it regardless. I found an 03 cobra shortblock .30 at a junk yard and harvested the crank, rods, and forged pistons for $600. Sold the pistons as is for a little cash back. Picked up a set of mains and side bolts for $200. Its all somewhere between $500-600 give or take. I had to drop $150 on my second teksid last week. Yes I will admit that some parts are used, but I have tried to purchase parts that have proven themselves over time. If they fail, it will be 100% on me

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Nice work. I can't believe you found an 03 motor in the junk yard. I love the budget idea. I am always working on a budget.

 

[Jforce05]

Nice work. I can't believe you found an 03 motor in the junk yard. I love the budget idea. I am always working on a budget.

I think most of us try to be! Honestly i started by reading forums and educating myself as to which parts were in which cars. Casting numbers, casting numbers, casting numbers!! I almost pulled the trigger on a $150 cobra crank that needed a turn, but I just didnt want to chance it, then have to chance it playing hell finding bearings. I just got lucky.

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[Jforce05]

I will have to admit, building the motor before the car has already been rewarding. I can take the time to do the research on each item I need as we get to it. The knowledge you gain in the meantime is unbelievable. Then once you have made a decision you can start shopping around. It takes the stress out of getting turn key by the end of the weekend.

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[Jforce05]

Arp main studs have arrived! Special thanks to Turbojuice for the sweet deal!

here is a comparison between the factory main bolts and the far superior arp hardware

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[CobraBob]

Subbing. This is going to be an interesting build for sure. Sounds like you got a good hand/head on everything so I think all will go well for you. Keep us updated.

 

[Jforce05]

Subbing. This is going to be an interesting build for sure. Sounds like you got a good hand/head on everything so I think all will go well for you. Keep us updated.

Will do! Also have a thread going on mod fords terminator page with some good conversation going!

http://www.modularfords.com/threads/245345-Finally-the-build-is-underway!-Teksinator

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[TurboJuice]

Glad I could help! Good luck with the rest of the build.

 

[Jforce05]

Glad I could help! Good luck with the rest of the build.

Appreciate it! Great seller here guys

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[Jforce05]

Came across this pair today for $500 complete and now I own them.

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[Jforce05]

Today we are working on deburring and polishing in the crankcase on #1. This process involves extracting any leftover machine flash from the casting process. This will ensure no leftover metal can make its way into the oiling system and produce a catastrophic failure. We are also paying close attention to the window area of the mains by removing sharp edges that can cause stress fractures under heavy load. A very time consuming project, but cheap insurance

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[whitedevil95]

Are those 9 thread heads?

 

[Jforce05]

Are those 9 thread heads?

Yessir

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