Project: 1998
Ford
Mustang Coupe
Status: Completed
History
and Facts
Here are some facts about the 1998 Ford Mustang Coupe:
Engine
The base model has a 3.8L V6 OHV 12-valve engine with 150 horsepower at 4000 rpm, while the GT model has a 4.6L SOHC V8 with 225 horsepower and 290 ft/lbs of torque. The Cobra model has a 4.6L DOHC V8 with 305 horsepower.
Transmission
The Mustang has a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission.
Body
The Mustang is a 2-door coupe with 4 seats.
Dimensions
The Mustang is 4610 mm long, 1824 mm wide, 1352 mm high, and has a wheelbase of 2573 mm. It has 309 L of cargo capacity and a curb weight of 1390 kg.
Fuel economy
The Mustang gets 17 miles per gallon in the city, 26 miles per gallon on the highway, and 20 miles per gallon combined. It has a 15.7-gallon fuel tank with a tethered cap.
Safety
The Mustang has 4-wheel ABS and 4-wheel disc brakes.
Head gasket replacement
Mechanical Labor
with
Chris
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Install Power Steering Pump Kit
Fix Exhaust Leak
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Parts
Big Block Ford Header Gasket
qty: 1.00
Holley Aluminum Street HP 650
qty: 1.00
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Installed power steering pump.
Tried to locate a factory Cobra power steering return line but is discontinued.
ordered fittings and factory rack return line to build out the system.
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Built out power steering lines, Made new T hard line from old factory line, and kept OEM look.
Measured belt and ordered.
Replaced passenger side header gasket.
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- Replaced drivers side header gasket
- installed conversion fitting in hydro booster
- installed belt on power steering pump and tighten.
- Filled power steering and bled out system.