Posted by Mavman (IP: 204.181.93.101) on March 03, 2000 at 01:41:25:
In Reply to: Re: Ok. More questions...... posted by Charlie on February 29, 2000 at 23:35:04:
: The front spindles will bolt on, you have to change axles in the rear (no big deal). The brakes can be rebuilt, I think everything is still available in the aftermarket for these brakes.
: I installed a Black Magic Flex-a-lite electric fan, and it drew a lot of current, but not more that my alt could handle. Any aftermarket fan will show how many amps, if you are going the junkyard route then it is a guessing game, you may have to juice up your alternator.
: Wow, a junkyard with real mechanics. Cool. Good luck with your Mav. -CP
: : I found 5 lug spindles from a 4-door Maverick. Can I take the spindles off the back axle? Do I have to trade axles? The brakes look shot somewhat on the back. Can I rebuild them? The front spindles will have disc brakes on them. Has anybody installed an electric fan setup? Did it draw alot current? The guys at the 'yard are actaully really good mechanics and offered to set me up with AOD. They have good prices so I think I'll leave it to them. I'm going for a 250-6 with an AOD for good mileage and maybe a 3.55 to 3.00 final gear(still thinking about it). 242 duration cam with variable lifters(-20 degrees) for good passenger car performance.
I found a 80 something Mustang Alternator that is a 75 AMP. Same alternator. Also...if you find, or make, the wiring harness for a V8 Granada, you should be able to get upto 100 AMP.
Also...put relays on everything that draws lots of power. This will pull the power from the battery separately, instead of everything using the same harness. Makes all the difference in the world.
Also...I have a page on my site that shows what I did to get an Isuzu relay box into my Mav. Gave me enough relays to run the lights, blower motor, A/C, and fuel pump. Still have a couple relays left too. A little work to do, but works great.
On the current mods page. "Electric Fan and Fuse Box". Check it out...shows pictures of my Black Magic fan. Gave me at least 15 more HP.