I’ll say from experience, make sure your front driveshaft is balanced and has no vibration at all. Also put safety loops on the driveshaft and front cv axles. It can be deadly if one of the cvs fail.
This part could be the source of your vibration while driving. I don't know how good the CNC is at maintaining concentricity but seems like it could be a potential issue.
I really appreciate what you're trying to do, however I think you would have been far better off trying this with a challenger and to somehow try to Frankenstein the V-6 Challenger GT with a Hemi
I actually seriously considered this. I have driven several Challengers and Chargers and I like the looks of the Challenger, especially with the factory Widebody kit. A bit of background, my basic goal was to make a AWD, Manual transmission, V8, boosted car. I have been saying I wanted to make an AWD Mustang since the 90's, but before starting this project I considered other options. I really liked the idea of a AWD LS swapped E46 BMW. I love the size of those cars and they just fit me very well. I daily'ed one for 9 years. The Challenger would probably be quite a bit easier since the front suspension and oil pan are already figured out. One stumbling block is the gear ratios available for the front differential. All of the Chargers/Challengers come with a 3.07:1 gear, which is not good for a manual trans car. It may be possible to get a different ratio from a Mercedes application, but I am not 100%. Anyway, after a lot of soul searching, I decided to stick with my decades long plane and make the Mustang. I have no regrets even though it does have its challenges.
I explain that in Ep 2. ruclips.net/video/nYSZKPoX_co/видео.html But, basically the plan is to use a Toyota 7.5in IFS differential bolted to the engine.
It is a 90's vintage Prototrak DPM 3 axis CNC bed mill. I purchased it at auction and then upgraded the controls to a modern Centroid Allin1DC controller with a touchscreen, etc.
Fantastic design, engineering and machining! Very impressive and don’t be afraid to show more of your CAD and CAM work!👍🤓
Thanks, will do!
I’ll say from experience, make sure your front driveshaft is balanced and has no vibration at all. Also put safety loops on the driveshaft and front cv axles. It can be deadly if one of the cvs fail.
This project is a huge and interesting undertaking. Good stuff! Looking forward to seeing how the s550 performs.
More to come!
This part could be the source of your vibration while driving. I don't know how good the CNC is at maintaining concentricity but seems like it could be a potential issue.
I agree
As always very interesting engineering 👍🏻
I really appreciate what you're trying to do, however I think you would have been far better off trying this with a challenger and to somehow try to Frankenstein the V-6 Challenger GT with a Hemi
I actually seriously considered this. I have driven several Challengers and Chargers and I like the looks of the Challenger, especially with the factory Widebody kit.
A bit of background, my basic goal was to make a AWD, Manual transmission, V8, boosted car. I have been saying I wanted to make an AWD Mustang since the 90's, but before starting this project I considered other options.
I really liked the idea of a AWD LS swapped E46 BMW. I love the size of those cars and they just fit me very well. I daily'ed one for 9 years.
The Challenger would probably be quite a bit easier since the front suspension and oil pan are already figured out. One stumbling block is the gear ratios available for the front differential. All of the Chargers/Challengers come with a 3.07:1 gear, which is not good for a manual trans car. It may be possible to get a different ratio from a Mercedes application, but I am not 100%.
Anyway, after a lot of soul searching, I decided to stick with my decades long plane and make the Mustang. I have no regrets even though it does have its challenges.
What's the plan for the front differential? What will you be using?
I explain that in Ep 2.
ruclips.net/video/nYSZKPoX_co/видео.html
But, basically the plan is to use a Toyota 7.5in IFS differential bolted to the engine.
I love this channel! Does the mill have a factory CNC option?
It is a 90's vintage Prototrak DPM 3 axis CNC bed mill. I purchased it at auction and then upgraded the controls to a modern Centroid Allin1DC controller with a touchscreen, etc.
@@npvg nice!