I found this channel from a story on the Drive website. The author described the channel as being “criminally undersubscribed” and I totally agree. This is a great channel with awesome content.
I've just discovered this channel, bummed I didn't find it sooner, this is such a cool project! How are you finding all this information on the axles? Is it just brute force guess and check? It's a bit stalled out, but I have a project where I'm reengineering a bunch of chassis stuff in an AMC Eagle along with a big turbo 4.0l engine. Anyway, I plan to put the rear suspension from a '13 Subaru STI that I happen to have around with an explorer 8.8 IRS diff. I was very excited to hear you mention that the ecoboost uses a metric spline axle compatible with some Nissans as I had planned to use a 350z unit bearing with an explorer hub that I machine to fit along with the explorer axles. But if I can just use ecoboost mustang axles directly with nissan unit bearings and hubs that share the Subaru's hub pilot diameter that would be an even better solution. Fun to learn about more cars that use the imperial 27 spline front. As far as I can tell that starts way back with the Olds Toronado, then is used in AMC Eagle, and then the Toronado suspension essentially becomes 4wd S10, which shares a similar diff to the Eagle as well as Ranger, up into the Explorer.
If you need to move the car without the axles in it, go down to your local tractor supply store and get a couple 1-inch bolts and washers. I've got a pair in my toolbox that I've used multiple times on anything from cars to 3/4 ton pickups. Running through impact them down it'll hold the bearing together enough you can move it around and you have to worry about the bearing coming apart.
I’m really enjoying the series so far. What mill machine is that you’re using? I love how you can program it from Fusion 360 and knock out your projects.
Great videos and great work. I want to ask you about the cv shaft differences in 4/6/8 cyl. Fords parts website shows that all 3 engines use the 4k138 and 4k139 part numbers unless it is a "special" model. These part numbers seem to be too short, but it is what the Ford site lists. Can you explain how you have larger cv joints on your v8 than the v6? Power pack option maybe? Can you have a look at the part numbers on your v8 shafts and see if they are different? Thanks.
I may be wrong on this, I used the internet and you know how that goes:) I know the GT350 units are larger (at least on one side) and I had found some info suggesting the V6 units were smaller, but maybe not. www.car-part.com clearly lists them as separate. I will know for sure shortly when I pull my axles out to swap the gears in the differential.
Love watching your parts bin process. It sounds like you found the way to go, but it's worth mentioning the 05+ Subaru STI and 15+ WRX use a 5x114 bolt pattern with unit bearings that might be another option.
I found this channel from a story on the Drive website. The author described the channel as being “criminally undersubscribed” and I totally agree. This is a great channel with awesome content.
Thanks, I appreciate it.
Your budget, just in mock up parts, is more than most people's entire vehicle budget.
With such a unique build many of those parts are required
Ha, you have to get the parts to measure them, etc. You can't get all of the info from the web.
Thanks for watching.
@@npvg thanks for sharing, I'm definitely looking forward to the future turbo swap.
Keep up the hard work. We appreciate the diligence you put into the project.
I've just discovered this channel, bummed I didn't find it sooner, this is such a cool project! How are you finding all this information on the axles? Is it just brute force guess and check? It's a bit stalled out, but I have a project where I'm reengineering a bunch of chassis stuff in an AMC Eagle along with a big turbo 4.0l engine. Anyway, I plan to put the rear suspension from a '13 Subaru STI that I happen to have around with an explorer 8.8 IRS diff. I was very excited to hear you mention that the ecoboost uses a metric spline axle compatible with some Nissans as I had planned to use a 350z unit bearing with an explorer hub that I machine to fit along with the explorer axles. But if I can just use ecoboost mustang axles directly with nissan unit bearings and hubs that share the Subaru's hub pilot diameter that would be an even better solution. Fun to learn about more cars that use the imperial 27 spline front. As far as I can tell that starts way back with the Olds Toronado, then is used in AMC Eagle, and then the Toronado suspension essentially becomes 4wd S10, which shares a similar diff to the Eagle as well as Ranger, up into the Explorer.
Absolutely interesting. Your thought process and knowledge is inspiring. Looking forward to more videos.
Awesome, thank you!
If you need to move the car without the axles in it, go down to your local tractor supply store and get a couple 1-inch bolts and washers. I've got a pair in my toolbox that I've used multiple times on anything from cars to 3/4 ton pickups. Running through impact them down it'll hold the bearing together enough you can move it around and you have to worry about the bearing coming apart.
Thanks for the tip!
I just used some spare CV joints when I drove the car around without front Axles.
I love following this build. Thanks for putting in the effort to not only try and put this together but also taking the time to film and edit this!
Much appreciated!
It gunna be very cool when done!
Hey Tim, Great to see you at the car show today. Thanks for telling me about your channel. I have enjoyed the content so far! You are nut!
I’m late to the party but this is totally awesome.
Thanks, more progress coming soon. I am working on the final version of the front spindles.
I’m really enjoying the series so far. What mill machine is that you’re using? I love how you can program it from Fusion 360 and knock out your projects.
It is a Prototrak DPM bed mill converted to a modern centroid control.
Saw your Merkur at Street Machines yesterday.
Awesome, it was a great show. I spoke with a lot of great people
Nice progress
Great videos and great work. I want to ask you about the cv shaft differences in 4/6/8 cyl. Fords parts website shows that all 3 engines use the 4k138 and 4k139 part numbers unless it is a "special" model. These part numbers seem to be too short, but it is what the Ford site lists. Can you explain how you have larger cv joints on your v8 than the v6? Power pack option maybe? Can you have a look at the part numbers on your v8 shafts and see if they are different? Thanks.
I may be wrong on this, I used the internet and you know how that goes:) I know the GT350 units are larger (at least on one side) and I had found some info suggesting the V6 units were smaller, but maybe not. www.car-part.com clearly lists them as separate. I will know for sure shortly when I pull my axles out to swap the gears in the differential.
hello nice sharing
Love watching your parts bin process. It sounds like you found the way to go, but it's worth mentioning the 05+ Subaru STI and 15+ WRX use a 5x114 bolt pattern with unit bearings that might be another option.
Thanks! I looked into them, they have quite a bit of offset to them, which like I mentioned in the video, messes with my spindle design.
This build will be amazing 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Very interesting!
Nice with all of the details, can't wait to see future progress.
I have a quick suggestion. I’m not sure if it’ll work because I’ve never researched it but what if you used Ford Focus RS parts
Front Spindles are totally different.
@@npvg alrighty then. I only just learned that lol. I started working at a ford dealership just this week
As I’m watching here. Have you considered the clamping force of the axle nut will have despite the small spline engagement?
After watching the whole vid good discover on the S550 hub! Hah
Thanks! I think it is the ticket
Oh man, I can't wait to see this thing smoking front tires!
maybe you should get a mitsubishi 3000 GT VR4 Complete drivetrain, subframe undercarriage crossmember swap
I would just keep the 3000GT :)
@17:00 I think you mean a turbo 4 s550, there is no such thing as a v6 s550 - only a v6 s195. Keep up the good work!
The V6 was available in the 2015-2017 models.
@@npvg Yes you're correct Sir!
You talk about making a ton of power, what are your plans for the engine?
With the stock motor, 600-700 whp. Long term, who knows?
So what would happen if you bought a full drivetrain that is already awd and just adapt it to the engine and frame of the mustang.
The put it simply, that is not what I am trying to do. I am making an AWD Mustang, not a rebodied something else.
As always, interesting.