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I want to replace the plastic stock junk timing chain tensioners our 03/04 Cobras got and go to the ford metal ones with ratchets. I have 55k miles on the stock engine and I think I am just starting to hear a small rattle at startup. Thinking the seal in one of them is starting to go (which I...

Are the valve covers on 96 - 01 Cobra's the same as 03/04 Cobra? Are they interchangeable. For example, will the oil cap be the same (screw in the same), pcv attach the same, holes are the same sizes and locations? thanks.

So I need to replace the heater core after it gave up. Looking into it this is a time consuming nightmare to remove the entire dash, etc. So I want to buy a high end one to lower chances of a repeat anytime soon. Anyone had good luck with a specific vendor/model. Normally I would go OEM if I...

So I should be getting my teksid block ready to go from the machine shop in about 1 - 2 weeks. I have been looking to pick up parts with all the savings going on right now. I want to use fel-pro mls head gaskets for the build. But it is hard to know what will work. There are lots of fel-pro...

So my Teksid block is at the machine shop. Got my pistons in. I am planning out all my semi blueprint checks during my build. I need to get several tools, but my concern is how to be accurate enough to feel confident in the build, but do so on a home build budget, not a machine shop budget...

So I am checking into a teksid build with a 2618 alloy piston. This will be a .020" over build as it will have off the shelf parts. Looking for advice on piston to wall gap considering expansion of 2618 alloy with up to 14lbs of boost. I want to give my machine shop the correct final bore size...

So I just had my Terminator Texas state inspection done for 2020, and I noticed on the shop receipt a few days later that it shows for 2019 they had written 153,xxx vs 53,xxx (had driven it only 2K that year). So they added 100k!!! This year I had less than 1k now at 54,xxx miles (they wrote...

OK, I have been working out building a replacement 4.6 4v (looking at teksid). Thinking over good parts and I don't see issues there (good parts availability I think). Expecting a .0020 overbore. My rant is about the lack of clear information and direction on building an engine with these...

I am looking for machine shops you trust in Texas (I am close to Austin, but will travel for good work) which use/have their own 4.6 4v Torque Plates and are careful enough to work on Ford modular engines. I know if you don't have a torque plate (ideally on both sides at the same time), you can...

I believe our T56 takes 4 quarts of ATF to replace correct? My first shift in the morning totally sucks. With my Mach 1 Ford had revised the oil amount down after slow 2nd gear cold shifts (which worked well after the change by the way). Wanted to make sure there was no change on the amount...

So the front O2 sensors are interchangeable. But the back are color coded to the wiring and have notches for special fit. First, why the heck did Ford do this? Are they really that different? From some research it seems functionally you can use at least some brands of front O2 sensors in...

So for those that finally got around to fixing their ABS module (due to the great Bosch module failing), is there a place you used that worked out well? I am looking to send one off by Monday. I want to use a place that offers lifetime guarantee. I know Ebay offers some services and there...

The J&M CC plate install says to toss the strut dust covers, but I would much rather have something there. Anyone run into this and perhaps find a universal that would work or come close? I assume it would need to be less wide up top. Thanks.

So I have seen this special ground on the back of each head just below the valve cover. I say this because it has a connector that goes into a special bracket (with what I think is black plastic or rubber) and then that bolts into the back of each head. Hard to get to. The wire on one of mine...

So I have been chasing a random high idle issue on my 03 Mach 1 for some time. I have done the standard updates: MAF (had a broken screw) Throttle body (was very nasty inside stock tb and idle screw had been messed with), have accufab now IAC TPS Nothing fixed it. I finally got a good...

My 03 Mach 1 came with spline lug nuts. I don't even have the key. So looking into ordering one. I am assuming these were not stock from Ford. They look good being smaller I would say. Also: * Any specific torque spec people use with these. I was reading these lugs might take a lower max...

I am trying to tack down idle surge issues. The idle has randomly been staying up or jumping up (one time at almost 3k). I know these cars have an IAC issue and there are restrictor plates out. I have one and it didn't really change this issue. I also feel hesitation when driving. I pulled...

So I have 51k on the ticker and my ball joint boots are just starting to crack. But everything in the front end is tight. So I just want to replace the boots to keep their life. Ride height is stock, so I don't need any special suspension upgrades. What are the least steps I can do to get...

So here's the story. The freakin PCV tube that goes under the S/C and intake dried up and got a hole in it. I was getting the check engine light and things going lean and I was feeling less than motivated to get that deep in the engine. And being particular, I decided to take it to Ford to...

So I did a second brake job that has been haunting me. One of the pistons has been sticking. Played with it and improved it, but the brakes are a bit tighter than they should be (specifically compared to the other side and checking heat with a drive). So I want to get a stock replacement...

So I drained the coolant out of the cobra to do some other work that needed a quick connect disconnected at the heater core, and filled new Ford coolant back in (50/50 premix). But I think it had air in the system or something. Drove it till warm, parked it and checked everything. Seemed OK...

So I am removing the passenger side fuel rail. I pressed the Schrader valve to release pressure from the gas. I took the 2 bolts out. I even took the 4 clips off where the rail attaches to the injector ( perhaps I should not have done that). Seems everything is off. But I pull up and...

It seems Ford intended to have a special tool to remove the petcock on the radiator on the passenger side. The thing is nothing like what I am used to. It is kind of rubbery and you have to turn it far and then it pops over and over (keeps flexing). What's up with this thing, I feel I am...

So I am trying to finish a front brake job. 3rd on on my Cobra over the years. And the brake pad and Rotor (all new) combo is simply too tight (pushed the pistons back as much as possible 4 times and retried). I can get it on and hit with mallet to get it on all the way. But things are so...

Was wondering if there is anything that does a real good job cleaning and shining the stock silver painted valve covers. I about have one off, but it could use a clean. Thanks.