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Now lets see if the rumors turn out to be true about the twin turbo 5.0 GT500 for 2012. All the other rumors there were right so hope this one is to. http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1035968_report-2012-ford-mustang-gt500-to-get-twin-turbo-road-runner-v-8

I also think they are looking at gas mileage with the power. And the turbo will help with that also.

Ya I have seen the rumors. It would be nice to see a twin turbo car. And with ford making the other turbo motors a big part of their future it makes lot of sense.

Well one of the main things they wanted to do also was making it dependable. And dependable running 400+HP. Since I assume they have a plan to increase the horse power over time. For example in the cobras etc. Any way time will tell but it seems really interesting so far.

Some more news about the new 5.0. According to leaks it has 412hp and 390lbs of torque. A forged steel crankshaft, dual variable valve timing, compact size, and a lightweight aluminum block. And to me it looks really good. http://www.motorauthority.com/image/100302353_2011-ford-mustang-5-0-v-8-engine

Hi I am wanting to trade professional web design and or logos etc for a zcar or parts in the Dallas area. The complexity and features of the website would depend on what the car is worth. I am willing to take anything from parts cars to finished cars to parts. I also am willing to do a deal with more than one person. You can never have to many parts cars or projects:) You can see some of my work on my site http://www.pwlawrence.com . In the portfolio section there are several sections including illustration, web design and photography. I also have some more current examples of sites I can show you if you are interested.

Was just looking at Fords new 5.0L "Cayote" V8 and with its smaller heads and lower intake looks like it would fit really nicely into a zcar. It also is also supposed to have 400hp in the base mustangs. Of course this will all be around 2011 so who knows but sounds good.

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Been doing some more research and found someone that did almost the same thing. http://www.furorecars.co.uk/contactme.php They got a Formula Ford 2000 and converted it to a 2 passanger street car. I personaly do not like a lot of the choices the made but its good to see it will work on the street. And here is some more information on the same kind project. http://www.xanthos.com/main.html And another likely starting place http://www.imps4ever.info/specials/d_sports/index.html Seems there are lots of little D Sports Racing type cars that are about the right size etc.

Ahh wish I was lucky enough to live close to it:)

Ok not really a z project but I thought I would get some feedback. I have been thinking about something for autocross/solo events and a little road use. Something VERY light and easy to work on. In a relativly modest budget. Any way after a LOT of research I think I am going to convert a formula ford to a full body car. You can pick up formula fords that are not the very latest for a good price if you dont mind looking around. Then I would do a conversion to some kind of custom body like http://dsr.racer.net/chassis/wynnfurst/page1.htm . Also possibly convert to a better motor to. Any way I know it sounds a little crazy but should be an interesting project. Oh and body wise thinking more along the lines of something with the Can Am look I like http://www.imca-slotracing.com/CANAM-1967.htm Oh and this is interesting. A formula ford against a Ford Gt. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Z5G7Vct_ag

You know I have been thinking more and more about what type of car to build. Used to I wanted a really fast street car and then maybe take it to the track some times. But the way things are changing and being more responsible now maybe its just time to build a car for some kind of SCCA racing or just a sporty looking cruiser.

The thing is you just never know on one of a kind cars with history like this. But I hope it goes to someplace the public can look at it a museum maybe.

Its going to be really interesting to see what it goes for. Besides being a great car the history around it should really help it get a good price.

Just noticed this was posted on ebay today. I would love to have it but its not going to be in my budget. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=002&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=120143781866&rd=1,1

At the top of the thread there is also some english. It says its in portugal.

Here is a link to a 240z barn find and a few other cars all in the same old barn. http://www.geenstijl.nl/paginas/mirror/20070215-pritt-mazda/index.html

Of course one of us could just break down and get this on ebay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/427-Ford-SOHC-Brand-new-Rebuilt-Cammer-Motor_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ107063QQihZ001QQitemZ110087470526QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

Here are a couple more interesting ford engines. V12 Flathead 1940s Weslake V12 1972-3

If you look at the entire thread on the link there is a picture with the front end of the car on. It looks like a cartoon with an oversize engine:)

I had not figured out the CCs or Liters yet. But sounds right.

HAHA thats the truth. I would just like to have the engine then I could figure out what to do with it.

I am still trying to figure out how to bolt a 240z onto that motor.

I found a new ford engine I did not know about I thought you guys might like to drool over. "Just thought I'd share some before and after pictures of my Ford GAA tank engine. All aluminum 1100 cubic inch V8 used in WWII Sherman Tanks. These were gas burners rated at 500 HP and 1050 Ft. Lbs. of torque for military service, but are capable of much much more using mostly stock parts. They feature a 60 degree vee, 5.4 bore x 6.0 stroke, 180 degree factory billet cranks, pent roof combustion chambers, shaft driven DOHC's, 4 valves per cylinder, and dual mags. They are pretty high tech. engines, especially considering they were built in the early 40's. " Source... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=159833

Oh I am not really thinking of trying to get that motor for a Z. By the time you made it work you would have a complete new car. But it would be a good motor for a custom kit car of some kind with a space frame made to handle it.