JCG Restoration & Customs - 70 Mustang Build [Archive]

Cris@JCG

03-15-2011, 09:57 AM

Well I am about to venture into the Ford world! I got my first Pro-Tour Mustang... The car just arrived from Tennessee last night.. I have been wanting to do one of these for a long time now & have been given the opportunity by Nick D & his dad to re-do the Mustang.. This will be Nick's first high school car.. He is only 16 yrs old right now & his dad wants his first car to be something he will always remember..

Here is the laundry list..
DSE front suspension.. buying existing components to build a chassis around it
DSE Quadra-link rear suspension
2011 Coyote Cobra engine & transmission
American Racing headers with Borla mufflers
Forgeline wheels
Wilwood Brake System
American Auto Wire
Vintage Air
Anvil Carbon Fiber goodies
Ben Hermance Rendering
JCG Custom Components & body Modifications

Tear down begins this week.. & body off to the media blasting..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1009.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1008.jpg

Musclerodz

03-15-2011, 10:01 AM

Is that a real deal Boss your about to cut up?:_paranoid Lucky kid!

We are currently doing our first Mustang as well but is a restoration of a numbers matching 70 428SCJ

awr68

03-15-2011, 10:04 AM

Sounds like a cool Project...have fun with it Cris!!

Cris@JCG

03-15-2011, 10:05 AM

No.. Not a real one.. It is a clone of a 302 Boss.. Car has a 351 Cleveland with 5 speed TKO..

All drive train parts will be for sale with the hood & shaker..

Is that a real deal Boss your about to cut up?:_paranoid Lucky kid!

We are currently doing our first Mustang as well but is a restoration of a numbers matching 70 428SCJ

Cris@JCG

03-15-2011, 10:09 AM

Thanks Tony.. We are busy around here.. Got a 70 Chevelle coming in from NY that a guy from Kuwait just bought.. Have 2 69 Camaros arriving in the next few weeks.. I have to hire a new guy to keep up with our work load.. My parts side of the business is moving forward...

All I know is be careful for what you wish for!!

Sounds like a cool Project...have fun with it Cris!!

awr68

03-15-2011, 10:13 AM

You will be fine! Congrats on being so busy.....but you did earn it! :thumbsup:

64pontiac

03-15-2011, 10:23 AM

Cris you bugger! you had to post your coyote build before I did! GRRRRR. If you want, keep in touch with me we are doing this to a 65, I would love to share Ideas!

COOL Project!!! Great to see you venture into the F-word category!

jy211

03-15-2011, 10:34 AM

Props to Dad! :thumbsup:

ArisESQ

03-15-2011, 10:59 AM

Props to Dad! :thumbsup:

Seriously! :woot:

I remember cruising around in my buddies fast back in high school. Great memories.

jeff71

03-15-2011, 11:34 AM

Cris,

Pm'd ya.

Cris@JCG

03-15-2011, 11:44 AM

Thanks Tony!

You will be fine! Congrats on being so busy.....but you did earn it! :thumbsup:

Beat you to the punch again Tyler! Lol

be happy to work with Tyler..

Cris you bugger! you had to post your coyote build before I did! GRRRRR. If you want, keep in touch with me we are doing this to a 65, I would love to share Ideas!

COOL Project!!! Great to see you venture into the F-word category!

Yeah.. I great memories with my SS 64 Impala that my dad gave me to drive in high school!! If only my back seat could talk.. for graduation from high school my dad gave me a 66 427 Corvette .. Hooker side pipes on it.. few girls got burned & marked for life!!

Seriously! :woot:

I remember cruising around in my buddies fast back in high school. Great memories.

[QUOTE=jeff71;338300]Cris,

GregWeld

03-15-2011, 11:52 AM

I love a good Rustang project!

Can't wait to see the rendering on this one!

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Flash68

03-15-2011, 12:03 PM

Congrats Cris. Gonna like watching this one come together. :thumbsup:

for graduation from high school my dad gave me a 66 427 Corvette .. Hooker side pipes on it.. few girls got burned & marked for life!!

Now THAT is a graduation present!

Ron in SoCal

03-15-2011, 12:18 PM

Yeah.. !! If only my back seat could talk.. for graduation from high school my dad gave me a 66 427 Corvette .. Hooker side pipes on it.. few girls got burned & marked for life!!

Haha, yeah Cris and it wasn't from the side pipes! :lol:

GregWeld

03-15-2011, 12:28 PM

for graduation from high school my dad gave me a 66 427 Corvette .. Hooker side pipes on it.. few girls got burned & marked for life! Cris,

I bought myself a '66 Vette my senior year in high school... I graduated in '71...
A year or so later (1972) I went to pick up my best friends little sister (Allison) at the all girls Catlick school -- her younger sister (Gwen) ran out and got in the car... Allison rode the bus home and cried all the way... Gwen and I have been together ever since! 40 YEARS this May.

I've always been a MID YEAR 'Vette guy... and have owned many of them. But I've always loved the classic Mustangs... that's just a duel that has been burning for years!

coolwelder62

03-15-2011, 12:47 PM

I bought myself a '66 Vette my senior year in high school... I graduated in '71...
A year or so later (1972) I went to pick up my best friends little sister (Allison) at the all girls Catlick school -- her younger sister (Gwen) ran out and got in the car... Allison rode the bus home and cried all the way... Gwen and I have been together ever since! 40 YEARS this May.

I've always been a MID YEAR 'Vette guy... and have owned many of them. But I've always loved the classic Mustangs... that's just a duel that has been burning for years!Now that's a great car story Greg.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: Scott

torino420

03-15-2011, 01:08 PM

Looks like this is gonna be a great project! :thumbsup:

Subscribing....

tones2SS

03-15-2011, 06:07 PM

Very awesome. Should be a killer project. Looking forward to the updates.
That 16 year old kid has one cool dad!:thumbsup: :yes:

MoparCar

03-15-2011, 07:48 PM

Nice project! Can you give me some details on your plans for the DSE front suspension? I'm building a Mopar and I've bought the rear quadralink and will modify to fit my Challenger. I'd love to have DSE components in the front also.
Details?

Thanks!!
Wes

Cris@JCG

03-15-2011, 08:21 PM

Be a little patient.. let me get my parts first.. I am still trying to map out all the suspension & chassis set up in my head..

Nice project! Can you give me some details on your plans for the DSE front suspension? I'm building a Mopar and I've bought the rear quadralink and will modify to fit my Challenger. I'd love to have DSE components in the front also.
Details?

Thanks!!
Wes

MoparCar

03-16-2011, 05:34 AM

Be a little patient.. let me get my parts first.. I am still trying to map out all the suspension & chassis set up in my head..

Got it. I'll be looking forward to this build. Nice project.
Wes

DOOM

03-16-2011, 06:28 AM

Cris..... This is going to be a good one ,can't wait to see whats rolling around in that head of yours..:lol:

Cris@JCG

03-18-2011, 05:33 PM

The tear down of the Mustang has shown that we have a very good soild foundation to work with... Last nite sold the motor & transmission.. I got lots more parts to sell off.. I have been getting PM's on the parts.. I will soon have pricing on parts not being used & let you guys know..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1014.jpg

The new motor & transmission showed up today!!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1015.jpg

youthpastor

03-18-2011, 05:43 PM

The new motor & transmission showed up today!!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1015.jpg

OH NO DIDN"T...very cool- this has got to be one of the first 5.0 transplants:unibrow:

Cris@JCG

03-18-2011, 05:46 PM

I don't know if it will be the first Chris! but trust me it will have a lot of first time parts on it :D

OH NO DIDN"T...very cool- this has got to be one of the first 5.0 transplants:unibrow:

Ron in SoCal

03-18-2011, 05:54 PM

Hahahaa Cris! I knew you'd post that motor pic! :lol:

What's it been 20 mins? :thumbsup:

Matt@BOS

03-18-2011, 09:25 PM

Very cool project Cris. I'm looking forward to seeing this build come along!

Are you going to be keeping the Getrag trans?

Matt

Cris@JCG

03-18-2011, 09:36 PM

Thanks Matt.. Me too!

We are using the Getrag trans.. Right now this drivetrain is new to me.. I just spent the last 2 hrs looking @ it coming up with a game plan for install.. I figued out that I will have to re-locate the oil filter.. Get the A/C compressor off & get it dimensioned for a Saden 7 compressor.. The power steering pump on engine :_paranoid :_paranoid ..

The good thing is that I have a buddy that is a Ford tuner & knows late model Ford motors inside out.. He is coming over tomorrow..
It will be a fun project with its share of headaches..

Very cool project Cris. I'm looking forward to seeing this build come along!

Are you going to be keeping the Getrag trans?

Matt

Matt@BOS

03-19-2011, 12:24 AM

Yeah, these new Ford Mustangs all have electric power steering. You might want to get in touch with the guys over at TurnKey. They recently got set up with Ford Racing and are in the process of developing an accessory drive to fit into early Mustangs.

Matt

GregWeld

03-19-2011, 07:53 AM

I'd just make it real simple --- go with electric power steering! Matt @ Anvil did that in his Mustang.... To me -- that's TRICK!

Love this build Cris!

GrabberGT

03-19-2011, 08:12 AM

Glad you guys are out there blazing the path for us. I'll have one of these some day. :hail:

Matt@BOS

03-19-2011, 06:18 PM

I'd just make it real simple --- go with electric power steering! Matt @ Anvil did that in his Mustang.... To me -- that's TRICK!

Love this build Cris!

I was thinking of using electric power steering on my new project, because I bought a 2011 gt500 engine, but the Ford rack that came with the pull out was broken and a new one costs $1500 and I wasn't sure how the ECU would work in a different car. Next I looked at the Flaming River unit that Matt from Anvil is running and realized it costs $6000 - now I think electric power steering is cool, but 6 grand cool? and that cost doesn't include a column or rack!

TurnKey has been playing around with using what I believe is an electronic conventional unit that adjusts pressure based on speed so the steering "weights up." I think it is an OE Toyota part that Porsche guys first started to retrofit.

Matt

Cris@JCG

03-19-2011, 06:41 PM

We had a meeting today about this.. My machinist said.. don't worry about it.. we will get her done!! We got a good game plan for the the power steering.. design with machining a few brackets & pulleys.. it will be a while till we get to that though.. We have alot of other work we need to get done first .. but I see a few other Mustangs coming on that might need these parts also..

I was thinking of using electric power steering on my new project, because I bought a 2011 gt500 engine, but the Ford rack that came with the pull out was broken and a new one costs $1500 and I wasn't sure how the ECU would work in a different car. Next I looked at the Flaming River unit that Matt from Anvil is running and realized it costs $6000 - now I think electric power steering is cool, but 6 grand cool? and that cost doesn't include a column or rack!

TurnKey has been playing around with using what I believe is an electronic conventional unit that adjusts pressure based on speed so the steering "weights up." I think it is an OE Toyota part that Porsche guys first started to retrofit.

Matt

tones2SS

03-20-2011, 09:28 AM

Looking forward to seeing this bad boy come together Cris. I'm sure you guys will not disappoint, as usual!:thumbsup:

mrgm

03-20-2011, 11:01 PM

http://jalopnik.com/#!5782482/the-foxyote-mustang-is-born

seen that on jalopnik. Those guys may help on some issues with some problems. Maybe :D

Cris@JCG

03-30-2011, 10:08 PM

We started doing some rough design work on the radiator support & upper fender mounts tonite..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/Must_Radiator_Support_Assem_2.jpg

Cris@JCG

04-05-2011, 08:22 PM

Just got the approval from the owner on the rendering!

We wanted to see the car in two different colors..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/70Mustang1_LOGO2.jpg

Red is the color Nick has picked! At first it was going to be flat red with flat black stripes.. but owner took Ben's advise on a bright cinnamon red metallic!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/70Mustang1_red2.jpg

Flash68

04-05-2011, 08:24 PM

damn that red is hot. nice choice.

coolwelder62

04-05-2011, 08:36 PM

Nice,very-very nice.:thumbsup: I like the red one.:thumbsup:

waynieZ

04-05-2011, 08:49 PM

When I saw the first color I said very nice, then I saw the red. Oh Yah! Sweet!

mrgm

04-05-2011, 09:07 PM

Looks great. Every time i see a red, like the Cinnamon with the reddish/ copperish flake/ pearl, I see the trim being nickle plated with a light black anodize add to it...

GregWeld

04-05-2011, 09:22 PM

Glad he chose the red! Awesome!

Now..... Is it done yet?

:D

Cris@JCG

04-06-2011, 02:52 PM

I like the red on the car!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/70Mustang1_red2.jpg

But I think it looks good in yellow also! Establishing ride height.. off to media blasting.. load on jig & start the cutting!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1055.jpg

coolwelder62

04-06-2011, 04:15 PM

Cris Yellow is for a Jackass.!!:lol: :lol: I'd buy the Red.:thumbsup: Scott

tones2SS

04-06-2011, 06:04 PM

damn that red is hot. nice choice.

^^What Dave said. That is going to look great!:yes:

MoparCar

04-07-2011, 05:53 AM

Looking great! Love the Red.
Wes

Cris@JCG

05-05-2011, 08:07 PM

Got the Mustang back late last week from media blasting.. The shell looks in good shape.. few rusted areas with replacement pcs on it.. Set it on the frame table today & is pretty level & square.. DSE has the front suspension on its way.. rear suspension is on the shelf.. Start hacking away next week!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1110.jpg

waynieZ

05-05-2011, 10:09 PM

I'll agree it looks in nice shape. Pretty interesting line of cars right there. The red's going to be killer on this car.

mrgm

05-06-2011, 12:50 PM

great start to a really nice project. You going with the standard 5.0 or the boss 5.0 they just threw in the parts catalog?

Cris@JCG

05-06-2011, 01:36 PM

Standard 5.0 out of a 2011..

great start to a really nice project. You going with the standard 5.0 or the boss 5.0 they just threw in the parts catalog?

Cris@JCG

05-06-2011, 01:42 PM

DSE stub arrived today!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1130.jpg

coolwelder62

05-06-2011, 02:37 PM

Man they sure build nice stuff.Look's great Cris.:thumbsup:

56pickup

05-06-2011, 02:40 PM

Love the project! :thumbsup:

shaun8541

05-07-2011, 06:04 AM

I have never seen a DSE front end used on a MUstang before. Was this custom made?

Ron in SoCal

05-07-2011, 08:58 AM

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1130.jpg

Where's the frame rails Cris? :)

Cris@JCG

05-07-2011, 10:06 AM

It was off the truck for about 10 minutes & we were ripping off all the packaging!! DSE product is top notch..

Man they sure build nice stuff.Look's great Cris.:thumbsup:

Thank you

Love the project! :thumbsup:

This stub is something new that DSE just came out with.. I have known about it for sometime.. & when I got the opportunity to do this Mustang.. I knew this would be a great starting point to up grade the front suspension..

I have never seen a DSE front end used on a MUstang before. Was this custom made?

Working on it Ron!

Where's the frame rails Cris? :)

GoolsbyCustoms

05-07-2011, 10:11 AM

The rendering looks great cant wait to see this one come together especially with that new coyote

jeff71

05-07-2011, 09:40 PM

Cris what car is that sub frame designed for?

waterwalker

05-08-2011, 01:58 AM

The rendering looks great cant wait to see this one come together especially with that new coyote

i second that it looks amazing

tones2SS

05-08-2011, 10:31 AM

Very nice. This car is going to be killer. Great updates.:thumbsup:

MoparCar

05-08-2011, 05:50 PM

Cris what car is that sub frame designed for?

I'll let Cris elaborate since he is I believe the first with this clip, but that sub/stub is universal and in DSE's new catalog in two different track widths. I'm considering one for my Challenger I'm building. I want to see what how Cris is mounting/grafting this into the stock frame rails before I pull the trigger on it since the Mustang is VERY close to a Mopar on the frame rails. I do wish DSE would build it with longer rails though to allow a "graft" to the stock rails. I need to call them about that.

Thanks Cris!!! Great build and can't wait to see more!

Wes

scottysimp7

05-08-2011, 06:04 PM

Always love to see new product. Yeah DSE! Get that stang assembled and start thrashin!

jeff71

05-08-2011, 06:48 PM

Moparcar check your in box.

Cris@JCG

05-09-2011, 09:15 AM

Looking forward to this build also.. I have been following your work.. I really enjoyed watching that Chevelle you built when it was @ SEMA.. plus that Firebird with the RS Fast track chassis :thumbsup: .. The Mustang is going to be one awesome build..

The rendering looks great can't wait to see this one come together especially with that new coyote

Wes- I believe I did get one of the first stubs! Your information is correct.. DSE will offer this stub in two different track widths..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/DSEstub-2.jpg

I will not be grafting this stub to the original structure.. I am building a whole new one with firewall & chassis to tie into the back.. with new floors.. but if I can help with any info. to help with yours.. Just PM me!

I'll let Cris elaborate since he is I believe the first with this clip, but that sub/stub is universal and in DSE's new catalog in two different track widths. I'm considering one for my Challenger I'm building. I want to see what how Cris is mounting/grafting this into the stock frame rails before I pull the trigger on it since the Mustang is VERY close to a Mopar on the frame rails. I do wish DSE would build it with longer rails though to allow a "graft" to the stock rails. I need to call them about that.

Thanks Cris!!! Great build and can't wait to see more!

Wes

Cris@JCG

05-16-2011, 10:11 AM

Cutting has begun!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1162.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1163.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1164.jpg

mrgm

05-17-2011, 10:45 PM

you could fit another car under there

Cris@JCG

05-31-2011, 07:32 PM

I have been having a blast with this Mustang! Here are some progress pics..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1191.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1190.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1192.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1194.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1197.jpg

56pickup

05-31-2011, 08:42 PM

Looks killer! ;)

getting me all excited for my coyote! what transmission did they choose?

Ron in SoCal

05-31-2011, 08:50 PM

Talk about building a car around a drive train...:thumbsup:

Cris@JCG

06-01-2011, 09:27 AM

It is a Getrag transmission..

Looks killer! ;)

getting me all excited for my coyote! what transmission did they choose?

Yeah! A buddy of mine let me borrow his 2007 Shelby to help with some the layout for the floor & firewall.. Got design work going now & will be fabricating the firewall, floor, & chassis in the next few weeks..

Talk about building a car around a drive train...:thumbsup:

War

06-01-2011, 11:07 AM

Coming along. So how do you feel about cutting up a nice car? You might as well take the rest out....won't need those rear rails either.:lol:

tones2SS

06-01-2011, 06:48 PM

Great photos Cris. Looks like she's moving right along.
Keep us posted.

GregWeld

06-01-2011, 06:51 PM

Shoulda just started by fabbing up some rear quarters..... It's like WTF is left?!
:unibrow:

Looks "fun" Cris!

Cris@JCG

06-02-2011, 10:19 AM

That is what I get for taking your advise! cut it all up & start with a blank canvas! As for cutting up the rear section.. I got one request from the owner.. orignal fold down rear seat..

BTW- Did you finally figure out how to use your scaner? Waiting for the template for the remote shock covers!

Coming along. So how do you feel about cutting up a nice car? You might as well take the rest out....won't need those rear rails either.:lol:

Thanks Tony!

Great photos Cris. Looks like she's moving right along.
Keep us posted.

Just for you Greg! I will cut out the qtr's & stretch them.. :D

Shoulda just started by fabbing up some rear quarters..... It's like WTF is left?!
:unibrow:

Looks "fun" Cris!

Ron in SoCal

06-02-2011, 03:06 PM

Just for you Greg! I will cut out the qtr's & stretch them.. :D

You know Cris, that's really not a bad idea. Those 'stangs are perfect for a JCG fat bottom....:justdoit:

EBMC

06-02-2011, 05:42 PM

GHOSTDANCER

06-02-2011, 06:53 PM

When I was sixteen all my Dad got me was a tank of gas for my Pinto! :mad:

you were lucky then. all i got was a bowl of pinto's that gave me gas :soapbox:

baggins

06-03-2011, 12:41 AM

just curious why are you using a cts-v t56?

Cris@JCG

06-03-2011, 08:34 AM

I has been the plan since the car arrived... We will be using Anvil fiberglass stretched fenders for the front..

You know Cris, that's really not a bad idea. Those 'stangs are perfect for a JCG fat bottom....:justdoit:

The transmission you see is the one that is currently used on the 2011 5.0 Mustangs.. 6 speed Getrag..

just curious why are you using a cts-v t56?

baggins

06-05-2011, 09:59 PM

got ya, looked similar to a cts-v t56

Matt@BOS

06-06-2011, 12:09 AM

you were lucky then. all i got was a bowl of pinto's that gave me gas :soapbox:

I got a set of car key that didn't go to anything :lol:

The transmission you see is the one that is currently used on the 2011 5.0 Mustangs.. 6 speed Getrag..

Just curious, are you keeping the Getrag? I don't know if you've taken measurements, but I was curious as to how far back the shifter would end up.

Matt

Cris@JCG

06-06-2011, 09:14 PM

We are keeping the Getrag Matt.. The shifter is pretty far back & sits high..
But like that about the shifter position.. & can be modified pretty easy.. The assy track system will be a nightmare though.. The 5.0 motor is huge & have to fit it between some pretty narrow frame rails.. but we already have a plan on how to make it work.. I think!

Got our Dynatech headers today.. Got the driver side in today.. the pass side will not be that easy.. Cut up up a brand new set of headers!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1239.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1240.jpg

Just curious, are you keeping the Getrag? I don't know if you've taken measurements, but I was curious as to how far back the shifter would end up.

Matt[/QUOTE]

Matt@BOS

06-06-2011, 11:18 PM

Right know I don't know if I'm going to keep the TR6060. I have a T56 that needs to be rebuilt lying around as well. with the TR6060, or Getrag, I think I would need a different output shaft to fit a traditional slip yoke. Additionally, the shifter is pretty far back and if I set the engine back I'd probably have to drive from the back seat.

Hell, right now my Mustang is on the back burner because there is no way I could fit the 5.4 supercharged DOHC engine with both conventional power steering and A/C on the accessory drive. The increased deck height, plus supercharger makes everything just a little too much bigger than the 5.0s, which are a tight fit. Given that the engine was my starting point, (and cost more than the car) I decided to just build another car around the engine.

Anyway, this thread is about your/your customer's car so I won't digress beyond tech talk of what might/might not work.

Matt

tones2SS

06-07-2011, 06:28 PM

Very nice Cris. That engine does look huge. Those headers are pretty sweet looking. Good luck with the passenger's side!

Cris@JCG

06-07-2011, 08:46 PM

The driveshaft is easy for the Getrag Matt.. I will be get one built here pretty soon & show you what it will be looking like.. Basically what we are doing is trying to build as much of the car around drivetrain & suspension..

Here is a supercharged 5.4 we have been messing around with this week.. Thanks for the info Matt!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1241.jpg

Right know I don't know if I'm going to keep the TR6060. I have a T56 that needs to be rebuilt lying around as well. with the TR6060, or Getrag, I think I would need a different output shaft to fit a traditional slip yoke. Additionally, the shifter is pretty far back and if I set the engine back I'd probably have to drive from the back seat.

Hell, right now my Mustang is on the back burner because there is no way I could fit the 5.4 supercharged DOHC engine with both conventional power steering and A/C on the accessory drive. The increased deck height, plus supercharger makes everything just a little too much bigger than the 5.0s, which are a tight fit. Given that the engine was my starting point, (and cost more than the car) I decided to just build another car around the engine.

Anyway, this thread is about your/your customer's car so I won't digress beyond tech talk of what might/might not work.

Matt

It is fighting me Tony...

Very nice Cris. That engine does look huge. Those headers are pretty sweet looking. Good luck with the passenger's side!

GregWeld

06-07-2011, 09:22 PM

It is fighting me Tony...

Cris...... Can I tell ya sumthin? :D

At least you don't have to work the headers around changing spark plugs!! Think of the bright side!

EEEEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAA

tones2SS

06-08-2011, 06:41 PM

It is fighting me Tony...

I'm more than sure you guys will get it. Good luck!:thumbsup:

mrgm

06-08-2011, 09:10 PM

Cris@JCG

06-09-2011, 09:09 AM

Good thing you reminded me about the spark plugs.. Where the hell are they! :D

Cris...... Can I tell ya sumthin? :D

At least you don't have to work the headers around changing spark plugs!! Think of the bright side!

EEEEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAA

We got her done Tony with few changes!

I'm more than sure you guys will get it. Good luck!:thumbsup:

Car left yesterday.. Sorry.. when it comes back I will get some more pics

PLEASE POST MORE ON THIS!!!!!

Matt@BOS

06-09-2011, 10:49 AM

Not that the 5.4s really need more power the way they pull off of idle, but do you know how much the Vortech Twin Screw made on it? Did you install it, by chance?

Matt

Cris@JCG

06-09-2011, 11:21 AM

The install was done in house by my buddy Ray McClelland from FTK.. Very well know in the Ford world for tuning! 2007 Shelby Mustang is what it is in.. it still needs to be tuned on the chassis dyno .. but estimated to put out about over 700hp to the rear wheels..
Has cylinder work & custom ground cam shaft.. I will get the dyno results later...

Ray supports my LS tunes here @ the shop.. & when I got the opportunity to do a this Mustang.. We went for the 5.0 motor cause Ray will handle the stand alone running of the motor & trans..

Not that the 5.4s really need more power the way they pull off of idle, but do you know how much the Vortech Twin Screw made on it? Did you install it, by chance?

Matt

MattWash08

09-19-2011, 06:58 AM

hows the car coming along?

Matt

Cris@JCG

09-19-2011, 08:01 PM

Matt- No updates yet... I got finish the Camaro first before I jump back on this one.. Goal is to have this one done for SEMA 2012..

hows the car coming along?

Matt

Cris@JCG

11-28-2011, 12:40 PM

Update! Now that the Camaro is pretty close to finishing.. We have been working on the Mustang... We cut out the factory rocker panels & built a custom set by bending, rolling & welding a set out of .120 1018 plate..
Working on getting them fit & welded so we can start the firewall fabrication ..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1794.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1795.jpg

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http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1798.jpg

preston

11-28-2011, 03:55 PM

Rockers out of .120 plate ? That seems a little overkill !

Cris@JCG

11-28-2011, 04:56 PM

Not too me when it is the main chassis structure of the car! When I start building the floors & firewall it will make more sense on why we built our rocker panels the way we did..

Rockers out of .120 plate ? That seems a little overkill !

syborg tt

11-28-2011, 08:50 PM

Rockers out of .120 plate ? That seems a little overkill !

A lot of builders do this to stiffen up the car. Some even build all the way up the "A" & "B" Pillar.

The Marlboro Syclone that I owned "A" & "B" Pillar were done this way for the Targa Top conversion. Also the Windsheild post was filled with Liquid Steel or something similar.

DOOM

11-29-2011, 07:36 AM

Cris I see something in post #94 we need to talk :D Have some other news I'll be talking to you today....

Cris@JCG

11-29-2011, 08:57 AM

Looking forward to the call Mario! Hope your guys had a safe trip home & thank you for delivering my engines..

Cris I see something in post #94 we need to talk :D Have some other news I'll be talking to you today....

56pickup

11-29-2011, 02:37 PM

Glad to see you guys back on this project! Looking really good!

Chris,

Let me know if you need any coyote parts. got a few things that i will not be using

Cris@JCG

12-06-2011, 08:44 PM

We got changes going on this Mustang... My blank canvas idea with a full custom chassis & floors had to change.. The owner wants to keep it a bit more simple since it will be his son's first car.. but these changes are not a bad thing.. cause I had to give up something to get something new.. those changes will come later when I have a design layout... The structure will still be stiffened up & the floor mated pretty decent to the new rockers we fabricated.. The Coyote motor is a challenge with the transmission.. Their was talk today about a LS motor.. but was able to keep the motor we started with..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1816.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1817.jpg

MoparCar

12-07-2011, 06:00 AM

Are you keeping the universal DSE front clip in the design?
Thanks, Wes

Cris@JCG

12-07-2011, 08:30 AM

Let's just say I will be making a few changes to it.. to fit the application a bit better..

Are you keeping the universal DSE front clip in the design?
Thanks, Wes

Matt@BOS

12-07-2011, 12:27 PM

Their was talk today about a LS motor.. but was able to keep the motor we started with..

Go LS! I can think of someone that might want the Coyote, if it was a good deal :lol:

Matt

Cris@JCG

12-07-2011, 09:47 PM

Well Matt! it is offical.. LS3 with T56 transmission is gonna be the offical power plant for the 70 Stang... Things just alot easier for us! The owner just really likes LS engines but likes the 70 Mustang.. I will try to make the union of both something a little special :D

So, I got a 2011 Coyote with manual transmission up for sale with only 2k miles on it..

Go LS! I can think of someone that might want the Coyote, if it was a good deal :lol:

Matt

DOOM

12-08-2011, 07:01 AM

Cris... Is it that much trouble putting that Ford motor in??

Cris@JCG

12-08-2011, 09:03 AM

Mario- It has its challenges to put it in their.. But every time I call the owner & tell him that I have to modify this & that to get it to fit.. His statement is .. A LS engine would be easier & keep cost down.. The plan is to set the LS engine & trans in right now & if the Coyote is still around I will try to fit in their on my account just to see what it takes to make it work..

The motor is wide everywhere.. The alternator is a problem.. it hits the stub.. The power steering pump mounting location with A/C compressor.. Though Vintage Air just is fixing on releasing a new bracket assembly for the Coyote..

The LS engine is easy for us because we have a bunch of parts lying around here.. Track systems, Intakes, Mock up engines & etc..

Cris... Is it that much trouble putting that Ford motor in??

GrabberGT

12-08-2011, 09:25 AM

I hate the idea of an LS in a Ford. Those things are in everything. But there is a reason. What was Ford thinking going with such a large engine? I think the Coyote even out does the Boss 429 when it comes to space requirements. They try to market it as a motor for your project but there arent many cars out there that dont require a complete custom front end to make the thing fit.

fleet

12-08-2011, 12:40 PM

GrabberGT

12-08-2011, 02:52 PM

Cris, if you haven't seen this finished build already, these guys swapped a Coyote into the smaller 66 'Stang.

http://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?75801-66-GT350H-clone-W-2011-Coyote-5-0-Conversion-Project

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Im familiar with it. Even with the Heidts Mustang II front end he still had to modify the headers. It does look impressive sitting there though. Same with the Pegasus Mustang. The 5.0 looks massive. They started with a frame and motor and built the car around it.

Cris@JCG

12-09-2011, 09:52 AM

Big motor for only 302 CI.. I like the way a Coyote would look in a engine bay.. but packaging is tough.. The LS engine is an all around good motor that can build some serious HP & close to being the same size as a gen 1 SBC..

Right now I still have plans to make sure that what ever custom work I do to fit the LS engine.. also works for the Coyote.. on the x-member & engine mounts... If not I got a 67 FB that I will fit it in that I can cut it all up to proof fitment.. I got alot Mustang stuff going on.. Plus Mopar stuff that I will be working on in mid January.. I might be getting a 70 Cuda Prototype re-production shell to play with..

I hate the idea of an LS in a Ford. Those things are in everything. But there is a reason. What was Ford thinking going with such a large engine? I think the Coyote even out does the Boss 429 when it comes to space requirements. They try to market it as a motor for your project but there arent many cars out there that dont require a complete custom front end to make the thing fit.

Skip- I have seen this thread... Thank you for the info..

Cris, if you haven't seen this finished build already, these guys swapped a Coyote into the smaller 66 'Stang.

http://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?75801-66-GT350H-clone-W-2011-Coyote-5-0-Conversion-Project

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GrabberGT

12-09-2011, 10:12 AM

Big motor for only 302 CI.. I like the way a Coyote would look in a engine bay.. but packaging is tough.. The LS engine is an all around good motor that can build some serious HP & close to being the same size as a gen 1 SBC..

Right now I still have plans to make sure that what ever custom work I do to fit the LS engine.. also works for the Coyote.. on the x-member & engine mounts... If not I got a 67 FB that I will fit it in that I can cut it all up to proof fitment.. I got alot Mustang stuff going on.. Plus Mopar stuff that I will be working on in mid January.. I might be getting a 70 Cuda Prototype re-production shell to play with..

Skip- I have seen this thread... Thank you for the info..

Oddly enough, the same day I post this, over on the Maverick forum (yes it does exist) somebody posted pics of a Mav with a Coyote in it. The Mav engine bay is smaller than the Mustang. I'll just say that the Coyote certainly has presence.

56pickup

12-09-2011, 02:23 PM

Cris hope to see that coyote go in there! I just dont like seeing a chevrolet motor in a ford.

PS. if you end up getting rid of the coyote i might be interested in the dynatech headers :thumbsup:

Cris@JCG

12-09-2011, 07:09 PM

With all the changes going on this Mustang.. I feel like we got something done this week on her! We got most of the main floor structure back in place with Firewall.. though we cut a part of it out.. Got the doors back on the car with the front Anvil 1.5 stretched fenders.. Got the LS with T56 staged between the frame rails.. got plenty of room now.. Looks like the 1st gen Camaro LS headers from Dynatech will work.. We moved the motor as far back as we could.. Some progress :_paranoid

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1824.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1825.jpg

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lilcraigford

12-11-2011, 08:21 PM

Shame to see the Ford 5.0 didn't work out. Now you're going to have to change the project name. ;)

Cris@JCG

01-07-2012, 10:06 AM

Here are some updates on the Mustang... We got the transmission support going & some firewall work going .. The owner said to keep it simple.. doing my best to keep the project moving forward & trying not to get carried away with crazy fab work & one off machined pcs.. :D

I will post pics later of the firewall with the Wilwood pedal assembly..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1895.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1928.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1929.jpg

Bryce

01-07-2012, 06:56 PM

looking good.

Cris@JCG

01-07-2012, 07:17 PM

Thanks Bryce! This is where we finished off today.. Their is a 1.5 x 1.5 x .120 square tubing built into the frame of the firewall that ties into the new rockers we built & the torque boxes.. I got some cool ideas for the down bars.. got to get some parts machined for that..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1936.jpg

Next week I fire up my new toy! Looking forward to the pcs we will be fabricating soon!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1934.jpg

looking good.

mexMan

01-07-2012, 07:33 PM

Wow, the LS engine looks like it's going to have A LOT of space to play around! Even though it's not my favorite setup, well, that's the client's choice, and still it's a really good choice, considering the economy of an LS engine compared to a 5.0. Dunno, I like it, it's different, and we should wait for the result to be sure if it's for the best or the worst, though I don't think it's for the worst. Shiny side up guys!

WSSix

01-07-2012, 08:01 PM

Sorry it's a little late but I was thinking, if the customer wants the LS to look a little less out of place you can do the front mount distributor conversion along with a carb style intake and paint the engine Ford blue. That should really cause some double takes. Just check out RSX302's built on p-t.com Just a thought. Love your work Cris so I know the car is going to turn out great no matter what.

Cris@JCG

01-08-2012, 10:45 AM

Looks like we have alot of room.. but when we install the aprons.. we start filling up the engine compartment..

The LS engine in this build will make this car perform as the owner wants it too & easy to service.. The goal is for Nick to attend all the events with his dad.. go to driving school.. have fun! In the end .. we want a car that can be upgraded as easy as possible.. The LS engine does that..

Wow, the LS engine looks like it's going to have A LOT of space to play around! Even though it's not my favorite setup, well, that's the client's choice, and still it's a really good choice, considering the economy of an LS engine compared to a 5.0. Dunno, I like it, it's different, and we should wait for the result to be sure if it's for the best or the worst, though I don't think it's for the worst. Shiny side up guys!

Sorry it's a little late but I was thinking, if the customer wants the LS to look a little less out of place you can do the front mount distributor conversion along with a carb style intake and paint the engine Ford blue. That should really cause some double takes. Just check out RSX302's built on p-t.com Just a thought. Love your work Cris so I know the car is going to turn out great no matter what.

Cris@JCG

01-08-2012, 11:03 AM

When I had to give up my custom foundation for the car.. I was bummed.. but the owner gave me something in return to build for the Mustangs that I can use in the future..

Here is the suspension we have been working on for the last 6 weeks.. This has been a very time consuming process.. But my goal from now on is to build a car @ the wheels & the stance that me & the owner want.. Currently were are working on jig design for control arms & begin machining all components for control arms.. We will build one chassis to proof all of suspension geomerty.. then build the final one for the car... The first prototype will be for Camaro.. Which I have about four of them waiting for new sub-frames.. Big investment of time & design for JCG.. but now I will have control of things being done my way in the future..

C6 Corvette Geomerty with 4th gen F body lower control arm arm placement..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/65-70MustangChassisLatG.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/FRT_Clip_65-70MustangLatG.jpg

Al Moreno

01-08-2012, 01:37 PM

Cris@JCG

02-08-2012, 02:33 PM

I finally got a bit of time today to post some updates on the Mustang.. We finally got all the firewall done with a part of the trans tunnel.. next phase is to finish out the tunnel, floors & Rear suspension...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2013.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2016.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2017.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2018.jpg

68RS350

02-09-2012, 06:17 AM

Hey Cris,

Did you push the firewall back to make the pedals more comfortable for the driver? Also which master cylinders are those? I am running into some issues with pedal placement in my camaro and was debating on pushing my firewall back to move the pedals back or just putting the master cylinders inside and then running a remote line through the firewall to reservoirs. Thanks! Car looks awesome though!

tones2SS

02-09-2012, 06:27 PM

Great update Cris. Looking good.

Cris@JCG

02-11-2012, 06:18 PM

Yes.. We pushed back the firewall but for the purpose of getting the engine back as far as we could... The pedals did end up moving back about 1 inch..

The pedal base & M/C are Wilwood ..

Thanks for the props!

Hey Cris,

Did you push the firewall back to make the pedals more comfortable for the driver? Also which master cylinders are those? I am running into some issues with pedal placement in my camaro and was debating on pushing my firewall back to move the pedals back or just putting the master cylinders inside and then running a remote line through the firewall to reservoirs. Thanks! Car looks awesome though!

Thanks Tony!

Great update Cris. Looking good.

Cris@JCG

02-17-2012, 11:25 AM

We need to start building rear frame rails but needed to find out how big of a tire could fit in the back with maintaining the the rear fold down seat.. So.. it was time to stretch the car.. We have pulled it about 2 inches per side without losing the look of the car...

We fab'ed some jigs to maintain a even stectch on the car & here are some of the results so far.. She's got some hips now!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2048.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2047.jpg

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http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2049.jpg

Also got some more work going on in the engine bay!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2058.jpg

syborg tt

02-17-2012, 12:13 PM

Let's start a bet

I say 12.5"

Cris@JCG

02-20-2012, 08:14 AM

We managed to get 15.5 inches of wheel tub space with the stetch & a small mini tub.. the 335-30-19 should fit with no problem!

Let's start a bet

I say 12.5"

syborg tt

02-20-2012, 09:55 AM

We managed to get 15.5 inches of wheel tub space with the stetch & a small mini tub.. the 335-30-19 should fit with no problem!

Dang brother - nice stretch. Happy to see your tucking 335's Ya know if you go with the "Pilots" you can fit the 345's are they are about 1" skinner then the KDW.

and the plus factor is they are taller and would look really nice on that big bad mustang.

btw - keep up the great work and I look forward to your posts.

Cris@JCG

02-21-2012, 08:53 AM

We are gonna keep the tire size the same as Blu Balz.. The owner wants to have one size fit both cars so that tires & wheels are kept in stock for events...

Thanks for the prop's Marty! This car will not be carrying bicycles.. :lol:

Dang brother - nice stretch. Happy to see your tucking 335's Ya know if you go with the "Pilots" you can fit the 345's are they are about 1" skinner then the KDW.

and the plus factor is they are taller and would look really nice on that big bad mustang.

btw - keep up the great work and I look forward to your posts.

Al Moreno

02-21-2012, 10:42 AM

btw - keep up the great work and I look forward to your posts.

Word! :hail:

GregWeld

02-21-2012, 05:20 PM

Word! :hail:

Al! Buddy! Is that you?!?!

Sure you didn't mean to say "WORD of the UNIVERSE!":cheers:

waynieZ

02-21-2012, 09:03 PM

It looks great. Now with that rear profile you'll have to nick name it JaLo

Al Moreno

02-22-2012, 07:28 AM

Al! Buddy! Is that you?!?!

Sure you didn't mean to say "WORD of the UNIVERSE!":cheers:

Touche :cheers: ........., trying to stay on the down low :_paranoid

Cris@JCG

02-22-2012, 03:00 PM

Yeah! The Stang is getting a serious butt lift.. Butt I think we are keeping the shape of the car without distorting it to much..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2065.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2067.jpg

Today I fit some 295-18 on the front.. I think we can make these tires fit!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2063.jpg

It looks great. Now with that rear profile you'll have to nick name it JaLo

tones2SS

02-22-2012, 06:21 PM

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2065.jpg

Looks great Cris. Can't wait to see how she turns out.

Cris@JCG

03-07-2012, 09:14 PM

We got a bit more progress going on with the Mustang.. I am having fun with this build.. Got the rear stetch complete with inner wells on the outer, we will start the rear frame next week.. got the inner aprons to hood done.. Got some Ringbrothers hood hinges coming.. & we set some wheels on it to see what the car will be looking like..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2269-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2270.jpg

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ScotI

03-07-2012, 09:35 PM

I read through your builds (and several others as well) & I'm constantly saying to myself " man.... that tool/gadget/method is a great idea to get the desired result". Props to those of you that continue to 'push' what can be done within these classic body lines, well...... w/o losing the classic body lines.

DOOM

03-08-2012, 07:25 AM

Cris............. For the love of god PLEASE put a Ford motor in that car!!:lateral:

56pickup

03-08-2012, 08:02 AM

Cris............. For the love of god PLEASE put a Ford motor in that car!!:lateral:

I agree! :D

Al Moreno

03-08-2012, 09:19 AM

I agree! :D

X 1000 and I'm sure Chris would love to but, at the end of the day, he has to do what the owner wants.

awr68

03-08-2012, 10:14 AM

Looking awesome, Cris!
Love that you were able to mod the body without loosing the lines! Like the mockup axle too!

Kendall Burleson

03-08-2012, 11:48 AM

I think it need a LS9 put in it. Then we can call it( A HORSE WITH NOT NAME!!!!!):( :( :rofl: :rofl:

67turbostang

05-25-2012, 09:43 PM

Any updates?

GRob

05-26-2012, 02:15 PM

This thing is begging for the coyote motor.

FETorino

05-26-2012, 03:23 PM

Cris............. For the love of god PLEASE put a Ford motor in that car!!:lateral:

I agree! :D

This thing is begging for the coyote motor.

X ? can counting. Coyote :thumbsup:

X 1000 and I'm sure Chris would love to but, at the end of the day, he has to do what the owner wants.

Somebody talked the owner into it. It started with the Coyote. Somebody can talk him out of the LS.:D

No matter what I'm sure it will be a nice car the quarters look good in the picture.

At least change the build name I ain"t no Wile E Coyote anymore:rolleyes:

Cris@JCG

05-29-2012, 11:26 AM

I will have some update pics later this week... The whole floor structure is done & currently working on the rear suspension...

This Stang will be LS powered! Sorry guys... The owner is likes N/A engines.. 302 CI vs 376 CI.. plus the room to stick a LS7 in it.. Owners like to race!

Mods.. Can we please remove Wile E, Coyote from the name please... Thank you!

Cris@JCG

07-10-2012, 11:21 AM

We finally got around to finishing the rear suspension design on the Mustang.. We are getting pcs laser cut this week.. We are building a cage right now & finishing up the rear stucture... next week we finish the design on the front suspension...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/70MustangRearStub.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2518.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2510.jpg

Cris@JCG

07-10-2012, 11:29 AM

The orignal Pot metal bumper extensions were not working for us with the stretch & the carbon fiber rear bumper... So.. We made our own out of sheetmetal & built them into the body...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2559.jpg

66SuperSport

07-10-2012, 12:27 PM

Cris

Awesome work!!!

I was never a huge fan of this style Mustang, but this ones growing on me quickly.

Cris@JCG

08-06-2012, 12:32 PM

It has been a while since I have any updates but here are a few... Still have parts being laser cut for rear suspension & parts are being machined... I have a few more new parts coming here pretty soon that I will show when I have the rear suspension done..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2596.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2598.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2601.jpg

Rick D

08-06-2012, 07:18 PM

Cris, I thought I read somewhere in this tread that this was going to be a simpler build compared to BB :rofl: I don't think you are sticking to that anymore are you :cheers:

Datsbad

08-06-2012, 08:39 PM

Looks nice Chris , hard to believe the owner changed his mind mid stream . Hopefully no more changes , that car is screaming for the Coyote engine . Wouldn't want to give him to much HP LOL !

DFRESH

08-06-2012, 09:06 PM

Dude, that thing is going to be sweet. You guys are amazing as always.

Cris@JCG

08-06-2012, 09:47 PM

Rick- This is a simpler build than BB.. We keep the orginal roof, doors, stock dash, & instead of a Coyote.. a 525 HP LS3... :D

Cris, I thought I read somewhere in this tread that this was going to be a simpler build compared to BB :rofl: I don't think you are sticking to that anymore are you :cheers:

Jason- The change on the engine was a mutal descision between me & the owner.. As for the other changes from the start to now have be things that I have been allowed to do as part of my R&D for my venture into the Ford world..

Looks nice Chris , hard to believe the owner changed his mind mid stream . Hopefully no more changes , that car is screaming for the Coyote engine . Wouldn't want to give him to much HP LOL !

That you Sir!

Dude, that thing is going to be sweet. You guys are amazing as always.

67zo6Camaro

08-06-2012, 09:52 PM

:captain: :wow: , you guys are turning out some nice fabrication. I see some really nice detail in those last pictures. Love learning from ya Chris, Im liking it. Inspirational!

Cris@JCG

08-06-2012, 10:04 PM

Thank you sir! Primo.. My main fabricator just keeps getting better with time.. with the rest of my crew! Juan.. my designer of my suspension in CAD is a big asset to what I have been doing lately... Plus my machinist KR..

Casey Cronin is another big tool to my current venture in the suspension world.. Today we spent some time discussing Anti-Squat, the effect of body roll on a panard bar adjustment, spring rates & posi units..

:captain: :wow: , you guys are turning out some nice fabrication. I see some really nice detail in those last pictures. Love learning from ya Chris, Im liking it. Inspirational!

67zo6Camaro

08-06-2012, 10:08 PM

Thank you sir! Primo.. My main fabricator just keeps getting better with time.. with the rest of my crew! Juan.. my designer of my suspension in CAD is a big asset to what I have been doing lately... Plus my machinist KR..

Casey Corrin is another big tool to my current venture in the suspension world.. Today we spent some time discussing Anti-Squat, the effect of body roll on a panard bar adjustment, spring rates & posi units..

That's good stuff, and hats off to you for including them as your team effort. It shows that you have a great team effort and your ability to put that together. :cheers:

Cris@JCG

08-06-2012, 10:14 PM

BTW- JCG is hosting a Auto-X on Sept 1st @ the Camarillo Airport.. Put you on the list?

That's good stuff, and hats off to you for including them as your team effort. It shows that you have a great team effort and your ability to put that together. :cheers:

Cris@JCG

08-25-2012, 09:01 AM

We wrapped up the rear section on the Stang this week... Basically we built it around the Carbon fiber rear bumper.. next week we wrap up the rear suspension!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2632.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2633.jpg

Al Moreno

08-25-2012, 12:49 PM

Wow, just wow! Chris I know you don't like taking the credit but you "Da Man!" :hail:

waynieZ

08-25-2012, 04:23 PM

It looks great, nice work.

73CPCAMARO

08-25-2012, 11:59 PM

Cris,

Looking bad ass! :thumbsup:

Brian

chr2002ca

08-26-2012, 08:58 AM

Awesome work as usual Cris. Love these Mustangs and can't wait to see how this one turns out with your creativity and skills. :thumbsup:

Cris@JCG

08-27-2012, 01:27 PM

Thanks for the props guys... Me & my crew appreciate it...

Wow, just wow! Chris I know you don't like taking the credit but you "Da Man!" :hail:

It looks great, nice work.

Cris,

Looking bad ass! :thumbsup:

Brian

Awesome work as usual Cris. Love these Mustangs and can't wait to see how this one turns out with your creativity and skills. :thumbsup:

Xplane

01-25-2013, 08:35 PM

I was lucky enough to see this project first hand this week, and all I can say is wow!

Chris's shop is candy land for a car enthusiast! I work in aerospace flight research and see cutting edge design and engineering everyday. The fabrication work at JGC is first class, I could have spent all day marveling in the details of all the current projects.

Bossed

02-18-2013, 08:41 PM

Ron in SoCal

02-18-2013, 08:59 PM

C'mon man...dont hold back! How do you really feel?

Nice first post lol

DOOM

02-18-2013, 09:17 PM

Sieg

02-18-2013, 09:29 PM

The skills your company shows is impressive. To see that car with that engine almost makes me vomit. WHY WHY WHY in the hell not build a chevy? It's fricken disgusting. The Coyote belongs there, I'd love to :smiley_smack: the owner, Yea I'm PISSED

Bossed
Get even!!

Chris would probably build you one with a Coyote. :thumbsup:

GregWeld

02-18-2013, 09:42 PM

The skills your company shows is impressive. To see that car with that engine almost makes me vomit. WHY WHY WHY in the hell not build a chevy? It's fricken disgusting. The Coyote belongs there, I'd love to :smiley_smack: the owner, Yea I'm PISSED

Bossed

Hey! I have a good idea?!?!? How 'bout you show us YOUR builds so we can see all your fabulous cars and motors... Because you must have some seriously awesome stuff.

FETorino

02-18-2013, 09:54 PM

The skills your company shows is impressive. To see that car with that engine almost makes me vomit. WHY WHY WHY in the hell not build a chevy? It's fricken disgusting. The Coyote belongs there, I'd love to :smiley_smack: the owner, Yea I'm PISSED

Bossed

As uh, mmmm, :rolleyes: Nice? :rolleyes: as it is it's not like he snuck into your garage and did it to your Mustang when you weren't looking. To each his own it's his car.

Next time you may want to rethink coming out of the gate guns a blazin.:guns:

Maybe hit reset and introduce yourself in the new member introduction section. Then find a build you like and say something nice. Moma always said.......

:cheers:

Greg from Aus

02-18-2013, 09:57 PM

I think you go to the top of the class for 1st posts.:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Greg

MoparCar

02-19-2013, 05:24 AM

Cris,
What are you doing for the front suspension? Are you doing yours, DSE or ?

Thanks-Wes

Bossed

02-19-2013, 07:43 PM

DOOM

02-20-2013, 07:12 AM

Cris is a respected and cool member here. If you look at all of Cris's builds he is always thinking outside the box.:idea: We get a little testy when our guys get attacked. Trust me I have given Cris a ton of crap for this and so have a few others we just go about it a little differently. But in the end its what the owner wants, he's paying the bills. Will have a meeting with Mr Weld to see if you can be allowed back in he's the inforcer here not a guy you want to mess with!:warning: :guns: :lol: You'll find a good group of guys here enjoy..

Sieg

02-20-2013, 09:13 AM

Hey guys I've had some time to cool off and think about the way I acted. I knew when I hit the submit button it would probably gain me some negative press. I can't help but laugh at some of the replies, but I guess I had it coming :hello: The reason I had a hard time processing the situation, I had discovered this build on another site, and the car being done with the new Coyote engine. The thread died out around Oct. 2011, SO, I went looking for the car to see if it had been finished, and whata ya know, I found it :confused59: I'm afraid the strain was more than I could bear. :)

Ive lurked around for some time and this site is awesome,

Bossed
Good come back...........for an obviously passionate Ford guy. :D :thumbsup:

Personal brand preference aside it appears this build is based on logic with the primary objective being an efficient and effective track day car. This sums it up:
The LS engine in this build will make this car perform as the owner wants it too & easy to service.. The goal is for Nick to attend all the events with his dad.. go to driving school.. have fun! In the end .. we want a car that can be upgraded as easy as possible.. The LS engine does that..

It doesn't sound like getting votes at the local car is the owners objective. :thumbsup:

Flash68

02-20-2013, 12:19 PM

I'm with Bossed. :lol:

Sieg

02-20-2013, 01:26 PM

I'm with Bossed. :lol:

:lmao: :lmao:

Bossed

02-20-2013, 04:08 PM

Good come back...........for an obviously passionate Ford guy. :D :thumbsup:

Personal brand preference aside it appears this build is based on logic with the primary objective being an efficient and effective track day car. This sums it up:

It doesn't sound like getting votes at the local car is the owners objective. :thumbsup:

Passionate indeed, I'm a FORD man, But, as much as I love Fords, a nice car is a nice car, no matter what brand. I always say if everybody liked the same thing, it would be a boring world. I have lots of friends who like Chevy's, Pontiacs, and Mopar's too. The one thing I'll never like or get used to, is seeing something other than a Ford in a Ford. I know the LS is a great engine, and for me it belongs in a Chevy, I know there are all kinds of opinions on this, and this is mine. :thumbsup:

Bossed