Those old Windsor small blocks always had galvanic corrosion issues on their t-covers & bolts. When I do a chain in one I usually go on and include a new cover and bolts in the estimate. I worked for Ford from the mid80s through 92 and we saw that issue a lot way back then.
@@prevost8686 Please give me all of your knowledge that you have from back then! So I do have a question for you... Is it possible to take a foxbody 5.0 HO Upper intake plenum and turn it around to fit on my Crown Vic engine? That has been something I would love to do as a nice little "Upgrade" in the future
@@seansdriveway I’ve never tried the swap you mentioned but even if it would fit the smog heads on your Crown Vic are still going to be the limiting factor. They just can’t move much air. I’ve heard of a lot of guys using the heads off of the V8 Explorers to get better performance at lower cost than what a set of performance heads would cost.
@@prevost8686 Yeah you bring up a good point there. These heads are pretty restricting in terms of emissions. And yeah alot of guys do the GT-40 H.O swap and they get some decent power out of these 302s.
Of course, I hope one day people will appreciate these cars just as much as an old Charger or Mustang. Maybe when that day comes, my videos will help out with that.
@@seansdrivewayAre you kidding? This is a Panther platform car I hear these being just as relevant as the old Chargers, Mustangs, Chevelles, Camaros, Novas. That being said, you ain't gonna just be able to find a 1980s Panther platform car pop up on marketplace that runs and drives for a decent price like you would a 2000s Buick Century. Lol. Even those are starting to go up in price. Lolol
Sean you did a hell of a job working on your 89 CV, it reminds me of when I owned my 84 CV over a decade ago. I would definitely like to see the wash and detail of your car because it would shine really nicely with that color of blue in the near future!!!!
@@hamiltonthomas4549 thank you! She definitely made me work throughout almost every step, but you can’t rush perfection. I’m glad I was able to bring back those memories and maybe influence you to get another one? 😉 and thank you for the video idea… we might just have to get that going
@@fernandomolina27196 I got mine from EBay, just search for the 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Service manual and look for the red book. I would also encourage getting the emissions volume H manual, and the electrical and vacuum troubleshooting manual. Those three books should be good enough to get you started. But I must let you know that they are pretty pricey, but worth it IMO
It seemed like it. This engine came straight out of a 91' Merc Grand Marquis & I ran it the way it came out of that car for almost 2 years without doing anything but oil changes. Some of them were pretty ugly which surprises me on how well it ran with what was in it.
Man, that dang timing chain cover bolt gave you a hard time but you showed it who was boss!!
It sure did! I'm pretty lucky I had a spare timing cover from the 89' engine to replace the one I broke... but hey, lessons learned I suppose :)
Those old Windsor small blocks always had galvanic corrosion issues on their t-covers & bolts. When I do a chain in one I usually go on and include a new cover and bolts in the estimate. I worked for Ford from the mid80s through 92 and we saw that issue a lot way back then.
@@prevost8686 Please give me all of your knowledge that you have from back then! So I do have a question for you... Is it possible to take a foxbody 5.0 HO Upper intake plenum and turn it around to fit on my Crown Vic engine? That has been something I would love to do as a nice little "Upgrade" in the future
@@seansdriveway I’ve never tried the swap you mentioned but even if it would fit the smog heads on your Crown Vic are still going to be the limiting factor. They just can’t move much air. I’ve heard of a lot of guys using the heads off of the V8 Explorers to get better performance at lower cost than what a set of performance heads would cost.
@@prevost8686 Yeah you bring up a good point there. These heads are pretty restricting in terms of emissions. And yeah alot of guys do the GT-40 H.O swap and they get some decent power out of these 302s.
Absolutely awesome job. That would definitely be a $ 2,300.00 dollar repair job in my neighborhood.
Yup, exactly why I did this one on my own! and thank you! :D
Awesome. Thank you for keeping that classic alive... I miss my 89 Ltd very much
Of course, I hope one day people will appreciate these cars just as much as an old Charger or Mustang. Maybe when that day comes, my videos will help out with that.
@@seansdrivewayAre you kidding? This is a Panther platform car I hear these being just as relevant as the old Chargers, Mustangs, Chevelles, Camaros, Novas. That being said, you ain't gonna just be able to find a 1980s Panther platform car pop up on marketplace that runs and drives for a decent price like you would a 2000s Buick Century. Lol. Even those are starting to go up in price. Lolol
👍👍👌👌 Well done! Thanks for the video.
@@texascottonfarmer thank you for the watch! It means a lot
These silent type videos are great. Kind of like what SimonFordman makes. 👍
@@Liipola Thank you! And he is definitely the O.G when it comes down to it!
4,5,6 etc👍🏽
Sean you did a hell of a job working on your 89 CV, it reminds me of when I owned my 84 CV over a decade ago. I would definitely like to see the wash and detail of your car because it would shine really nicely with that color of blue in the near future!!!!
@@hamiltonthomas4549 thank you! She definitely made me work throughout almost every step, but you can’t rush perfection. I’m glad I was able to bring back those memories and maybe influence you to get another one? 😉 and thank you for the video idea… we might just have to get that going
Nice work! I subscribed
@@ThePeninsulaRailfan thank you for the support and the sub!
@@seansdriveway ofcourse! Love the high quality work 👌
I miss the fuel pump electric humming sound of a Panter platform car of 80's & 90's...
Its pretty loud when you're standing next to it, but in the car you don't hear a thing
Just take the whole engine out and fully rebuild it . this is a car that is worth the efforts
Lucky for you, I have the original engine pulled and will be doing that for sure. Just not this year as I'll be doing a HEMI rebuild for my charger
Pt3?
Where can I get that owner's manual book. I just recently got a 1990 LTD. Thanks alot!
@@fernandomolina27196 I got mine from EBay, just search for the 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Service manual and look for the red book. I would also encourage getting the emissions volume H manual, and the electrical and vacuum troubleshooting manual. Those three books should be good enough to get you started. But I must let you know that they are pretty pricey, but worth it IMO
@@seansdriveway Thanks
Factory original plugs ?
It seemed like it. This engine came straight out of a 91' Merc Grand Marquis & I ran it the way it came out of that car for almost 2 years without doing anything but oil changes. Some of them were pretty ugly which surprises me on how well it ran with what was in it.
Eh, good enough..