Operation Pu241 Fescue**More Pics added**

[Pu241]

Sure doesn't look like the car I had!
Looks like you didn't have any issue with the exhaust manifold studs!

[freshtiva]

Power steering....thats for sissys. :p I need a motor mount like that broken center one that bolts to the cross member. Where did you get a new one ?

[neanderpaul]

Jim....
How are you this cool?

[FB71]

Just curious with those power steering option, Did these the low pressure A/C line was across the firewall (make long U turn) came with original factory?

Looks good and great job!

yes, that is factory routing for the A/C lines.

[FB71]

Sure doesn't look like the car I had!
Looks like you didn't have any issue with the exhaust manifold studs!

manifuld studs, no. Heat shield bolts, yes!!! Needless to say, John, the heat shield is no longer "fit for service"...

[FB71]

Power steering....thats for sissys. :p I need a motor mount like that broken center one that bolts to the cross member. Where did you get a new one ?

John had already bought it, I just installed it while I was under there. Not sure where he got it.

[FB71]

Jim....
How are you this cool?

It's a gift, Paul... just a gift....

[nonamekid]

I need a motor mount like that broken center one that bolts to the cross member. Where did you get a new one ?

If you are referring to the rear trans mount, I was able to get a new one from O'Reilly Auto Parts last month for a festiva I replaced the clutch in. They had to order it. Most of the ones I have worked on have come apart in two pieces. It feels so much better with a non broken one.

[freshtiva]

Thanks noname, correct it is the tranny mount. I think the break is fairly common. Ive noticed redford has started making a clunk ( unrelated to the tranny) when I push the clutch in to shift. I think it may have a broken mount like the one below which I recently took of the car Im doing an engine swap on.

[neanderpaul]

MWAHAHAHAH! Freshtiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiva said "ENGINE SWAP" :twisted:

[freshtiva]

^LOL, yes its true. Actually a three way swap. Motor, brakes, and auto to manual with a little fire damage repair thrown in. See my thread below. Should have new brakes and steering as soon as my FMS parts arrive. Its going to be awesome.:headbang::headbang:

http://www.fordfestiva.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20364

[neanderpaul]

Welcome to the dark side!!! :headbang: :headbang: is right!!!!

[FB71]

just a quick update...


It's ALIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[FB71]

ok, more comprehensive update;

got it all back together and running tonight. Fired on the first turn of the key, nice and quiet and smooth! No leaks from any repaired area (looks like the rear main seal is leaking, however). Comes up to temp in 5-10 minutes of idleing, temp gauge sits just below center. Fan cycles normally. Exhaust is clear and has little odor. No discernable blowby from the rings/cylinders. Took it for a quick spin around the campus; SWEET!! She scoots along nicely!! I'll take her for a proper road test tomorrow afternoon, just to ensure there aren't any concealed issues, but I don't think I'll find any.

John, you still need a few things;

I discovered the air filter has been nibbled on by critters, and should be replaced.
The radiator and upper and lower hoses should be replaced.
The driver's side half shaft is clacking, so that still needs to be changed out.

Other than a bath, she's ready to roll, hombre'!!!!!

[FestYboy]

wonder if there's been a 0-60 improvement since the head work..