I am doing a similar project with the afr 185's I went low compression heads because I want to go higher boost with a twin screw Kenne Bell.
I read a few posts where people were taking their high volume oil pumps out. Don't really remember why.
Canton oil pan (7 quart) is the way I plan on going, but with a standard volume oil pump.
There are many places to get your stroker kit from. I posted last week and most everyone responded DSS Racing, Ford Stroker and someone mentioned CHP.
Shocks, struts, springs, bushings, subframe connectors, strut tower brace, fuel pump, torque box (welding or reinforcement), brakes, girdle, fuel injectors, mass air meter, throttle body, timing chain, water pump Etc. will probably need upgrading if they are still factory.
With a setup like that I would probably have a cam custom ground, just costs a few bucks more.
400 ponies is expensive as I have found out.
I read that the cobra manifold is good for around 350 hp. so you will probably need something that flows a bit more. Look to one of the big three for something more free flowing.
I'm not sure what framework you mean unless it is subframe connectors, K member brace and strut tower brace.
I would suggest long tube headers with a shorty H pipe if emissions are not a problem. Otherwise go shorty headers.
Stock block can handle a good bit of power with a girdle (read around 450-500, but I don't think I would be beating on it with 500 ponies often).
What is your budget? Is it a set amount that you have right now or do you spend a little as you earn it and is your car a daily driver? This will help determine where you should start.
Mine is not a daily driver so the motor and trany are sitting next to it right now.
If you plan to drive it while working on it then I would start with suspension, brakes, then do motor and tranny at the same time. If you are going to buy a short block which I have found to be almost as cheap as trying to build it myself after paying for all the machine work. (Plus if you buy a short block that you are turning into a performance machine you can sell your existing long block for a few hundred to offset the price).
I know there are companies out there that sell heavy duty parts for trannies, but I have an AOD and the site I have been looking at does not fool with T5's. You may be better off upgrading to a TKO 500. Call around to the transmission shops in your area let them know your performance goal and see if they are interested. If so get a detailed list of what they suggest and post it back along with the price. I'm sure someone will tell you if it is a good deal.
Just don't fall into the trap of buying a part for now then having to buy another part to replace it later.
I hoped I helped
Aaron
PS I jacked my car sky high so I could clean and spray the bottom of the car with a rust inhibitor and paint. The fenders are coming off so I can attempt to hide as many wires as I can, then the engine bay is getting painted. There is no point in spending this much money and leaving it half done.
I read a few posts where people were taking their high volume oil pumps out. Don't really remember why.
Canton oil pan (7 quart) is the way I plan on going, but with a standard volume oil pump.
There are many places to get your stroker kit from. I posted last week and most everyone responded DSS Racing, Ford Stroker and someone mentioned CHP.
Shocks, struts, springs, bushings, subframe connectors, strut tower brace, fuel pump, torque box (welding or reinforcement), brakes, girdle, fuel injectors, mass air meter, throttle body, timing chain, water pump Etc. will probably need upgrading if they are still factory.
With a setup like that I would probably have a cam custom ground, just costs a few bucks more.
400 ponies is expensive as I have found out.
I read that the cobra manifold is good for around 350 hp. so you will probably need something that flows a bit more. Look to one of the big three for something more free flowing.
I'm not sure what framework you mean unless it is subframe connectors, K member brace and strut tower brace.
I would suggest long tube headers with a shorty H pipe if emissions are not a problem. Otherwise go shorty headers.
Stock block can handle a good bit of power with a girdle (read around 450-500, but I don't think I would be beating on it with 500 ponies often).
What is your budget? Is it a set amount that you have right now or do you spend a little as you earn it and is your car a daily driver? This will help determine where you should start.
Mine is not a daily driver so the motor and trany are sitting next to it right now.
If you plan to drive it while working on it then I would start with suspension, brakes, then do motor and tranny at the same time. If you are going to buy a short block which I have found to be almost as cheap as trying to build it myself after paying for all the machine work. (Plus if you buy a short block that you are turning into a performance machine you can sell your existing long block for a few hundred to offset the price).
I know there are companies out there that sell heavy duty parts for trannies, but I have an AOD and the site I have been looking at does not fool with T5's. You may be better off upgrading to a TKO 500. Call around to the transmission shops in your area let them know your performance goal and see if they are interested. If so get a detailed list of what they suggest and post it back along with the price. I'm sure someone will tell you if it is a good deal.
Just don't fall into the trap of buying a part for now then having to buy another part to replace it later.
I hoped I helped
Aaron
PS I jacked my car sky high so I could clean and spray the bottom of the car with a rust inhibitor and paint. The fenders are coming off so I can attempt to hide as many wires as I can, then the engine bay is getting painted. There is no point in spending this much money and leaving it half done.
