so the modding begins..............

[lightning25]

ladies and gentlemen i have begun my spring modding on "black betty"!!!

whats getting done:

stiegemeier stage 4 port w/ rotor strip and snout rebuild and plenum/TB port matched (just got back, pics up soon)

gord ford heat exchanger w/ 2 spal fans
SCT 2600 MAF
new NGK TR6 plugs (gapped to 0.034")
change oil (amsoil 5w20)
change ful filter (ford one for the lightning)
autometer wideband A/F gauge
autometer fuel press gauge w/ SS line to remote mount sensor
aeroforce gauge
autometer triple gauge A-pillar pod (using ford med graphite paint)
JLP 6lb lower pulley
JLP drive shaft loop
SCT X3
170 degree thermostat
Mickey Thompson ET street tires (3786R)
switch for intercooler pump

heres some pics to get you all excited!!!

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1088.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1087.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1089.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1090.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1092.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1095.jpg

[lightning25]

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1093.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1102.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1099.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1103.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1104.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1105.jpg

[lightning25]

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1102.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1107.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1108.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1096.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1106.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1109.jpg

[lightning25]

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1110.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/Plenum-stilldirty.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/ThrottleBody-leftdirtyvalve.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/ThrottleBody2-dirtyinletside.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/Blower3-packedtogo.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/Blower1-packedtogo.jpg

[lightning25]

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/headlightswitch3-wiring.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/Ignitionswitchwiring2.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/underdashwiring1.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/Lowerpulley1-radpipealmosttouching.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3058.jpg

[Viper238]

Sounds like fun!!
can't wait to see it the results!!

[lightning25]

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/heatexchanger1-drainplug.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/Heatexchanger2-pumpandintakehose.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/Heatexchanger4-outputhose.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1112.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1114.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1113.jpg

[lightning25]

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1118.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1123.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3080.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1122.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/HPIM1121.jpg

sorry tim and steve, i changed the plugs w/o you guys! due to my parts being on back order i have been just doing some of my mods as i can. if you guys want to come down this friday you are more than welcome to, as all i will be doing is working on my truck!!! give me a call 519-336-5141 or 519-381-0502.

[Lightning Steve]

Sean It'll be like a new truck when yer done.
You have me beat now!
What do you think of the Steg port job?
Going back on night shift Friday.
When were you thinking of going for a dyno tune, think you said JLP?

[Smokefan]

Subscribing.........

[lightning25]

Sean It'll be like a new truck when yer done.
You have me beat now!
What do you think of the Steg port job?
Going back on night shift Friday.
When were you thinking of going for a dyno tune, think you said JLP?

steve, the stieg port job looks good! i'll ahve pics up maybe this weekend of it. i do have a problem with it though and i e-mailed dyno bob to find a solution. there is a gouge/burr on the intake side of the blower. hard to describe where it is, but it just stick out and may interfere with the gasket, or when i torque down the plenum bolts it may break off and end up in my blower rotors and damage them when i start the truck!!!

as for a tune, i am going to woodbine maryland to see JJ at woodbine motorsports. he deals w/ lightnings and has his own (he was on an episode of "pinks all out" with a red lightning). JLP doesn't seem to have any time to talk to me, although i'm sure he is good at what he does, but JJ has spoken to me a few times and has helped me with some options. going to be a LONG drive..................

[Biz]

looking good, I like go fast trucks..
cant wait to see it go.
Tim pay attention...lol

[98nascartruck]

Some great mods and can't wait to see you everything on your truck!!!

[1SILVER06F150]

Nice,can't wait to see what she does for you!!Gonna be nuts!:icon_twisted:

[Biz]

I have a friend (Kevin) who use to work for Sean Hyland whos into the 10's now with his Lightning. Too bad he lives in Florida now.
I'll post some vids when I can.

[v8ranger]

loks pretty good keep up the good work

[Lightning Steve]

as for a tune, i am going to woodbine maryland to see JJ at woodbine motorsports. he deals w/ lightnings and has his own (he was on an episode of "pinks all out" with a red lightning). JLP doesn't seem to have any time to talk to me, although i'm sure he is good at what he does, but JJ has spoken to me a few times and has helped me with some options. going to be a LONG drive..................

Sean when are you going to JJ's for the tune?

[lightning25]

Sean when are you going to JJ's for the tune?

I am planning on leaving Sarnia Thursday May 1st early in the morning. to get to maryland around dinner time (about 950km drive). giving him my truck for a few hours that evening, then back in the morning to finish the driving part of the tune, then to the dyno for power numbers.

I have most of my trip planned so far with what gas stations to go to and such (i plan to the extreme) all with mapquest printouts...lol

you want to get yours tuned too?

[Lightning Steve]

Was thinking something like that, or just going for the trip. But I just looked and am working May 1.

[lightning25]

Was thinking something like that, or just going for the trip. But I just looked and am working May 1.

that sucks man!!!
i'm working may 1st and 2nd. taking the days off! g/f and i are going to make a little trip out of it. might even stop in at washington after i get tuned (probably not as we would make rude gestures and get kicked out), then off to niagara falls for the friday night/saturday then back home.

i still have yet to get the days off work, it won't be a problem though.

i just finished planning all the gas stations with pics from mapquest so i know where i have to go and how far away they are from each other (all cuz im anal and have to have sunoco!)

even if you don't go im sure ill take lots of pics and i'll let everyone know what i think of him as a tuner for the trucks (sucks its a far drive!!)

[Lightning Steve]

I'm off that Friday-Saturday and Sunday, but for me to get the Thursday would be a hassle, plus I didn't know you were taking the GF (ya like I'd be able to go with out mine,lol) and I don't want to be the third wheel.
If you get the time Washington is pretty cool to visit, when I was there I parked at the train station (Union Station?) and walked around, the Smithsonian museums are amazing to see (there are several).
Do you have a GPS to take, if not you could borrow mine. You shouldn't have any problems with gas.

[lightning25]

GPS eh....hmmm, that sounds like a good idea! i've just been printing off mapquest maps!
does the GPS allow you to set a destination too and give directions, or is your just a map?

you could still come, but i think you may have to take your own vehicle, as 3 will be a crowded ride for 10 hours! lol
bring the wife too....i need something to keep me busy (my woman), plus i still work in pickering and dont see her during the week...........cough, cough

[lightning25]

maybe a change of plans, we may go to washington, not niagara....been there before.

who makes your GPS, and are you serious about me borrowing it?

[Lightning Steve]

GPS in Nextar (Canadian Tire brand) nothing fancy but it works.
There are a couple of differant way of putting in a destination, but yes it shows you the route to take, and auto updates if you get lost of change roads.
Yep you can borrow it, no problem.

[lightning25]

when can i pick it up?
i won't need it until the 1st of may, i drive to sarnia usually friday nights.

let me know when a good time would be for you.

[Lightning Steve]

Do you want to come to my house (easy to find) or meet up some where?
I'm off this weekend-all next week and next weekend, tho I am watching my granddog (son's dog). After that I'll have to let you know what days I have off if ya want to meet up.

[Viper238]

Well.. FYI.. Canadian Tire has a 90 day return policy..
You could buy it.. and use it.. and if it didn't meet your expectations.. :icon_wink: You can return it..

[Lightning Steve]

Sean just thought of something. This Sunday and most likely next Sunday I will be going to Port Huron and can drop it off (either morning or afternoon). If this will work out okay shoot me a PM with your address.

[lightning25]

PM sent

im so pumped to go! more updates of my progress and lots of pics after the weekend!!!

[lightning25]

The mods continue!
Just a little update to keep you excited!

So I received the blower back from stiegemeier

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3090.jpg
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http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3106.jpg

[lightning25]

I had an issue with the port though. Well I was told it was with shipping, but let’s not worry about that, a file will take care of it! (doing so this weekend, and lots of prep as not to get anything into those rotors!)

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3130.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3131.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3134.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3136.jpg

[lightning25]

I almost spliced into the wrong harness for 12v connection for my gauges….yikes!
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3116.jpg

interesting looking input and return lines on the intercooler…anyone else’s look like this?
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3124.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3125.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3126.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3128.jpg

[lightning25]

new Gord’s Ford heat exchanger w/ fans
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3147.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3148.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3146.jpg

autometer a-pillar gauge pod (used for paint and primer – perfect match!)
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3118.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3121.jpg

[lightning25]

installed 170 degree thermostat
had to drain the rad first (drain cock in mid of pic – nylon fitting)
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3154.jpg

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3150.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3151.jpg
old one
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3152.jpg

[lightning25]

installed some new gauges
fuel line hose
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3156.jpg
fuel press sender
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3157.jpg

holes in boost gromit for new wiring
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3158.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3159.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3160.jpg

[lightning25]

Wiring in progress (btw, ALL connections were soldered, except switches as I found out the hard way that heat melts the plastic and destroys the switch..oops!)
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3162.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3163.jpg
fuel pressure sender and wideband harness
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3164.jpg
battery junction box
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3165.jpg
intercooler wiring (putting in switch)
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3176.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3183.jpg

[lightning25]

gauge 12v connection with fuse
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3173.jpg
grounds
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3201.jpg
dash wiring
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3203.jpg
switches
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3206.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3208.jpg

[lightning25]

complete gauges
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3167.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3168.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3172.jpg

[lightning25]

gauges
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3209.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3210.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3211.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3212.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3214.jpg




more to come this weekend!! I’ll keep it a surprise until you see the pics!!!

[Lightning Steve]

Great posts and pics!
That intercooler is huge.

[fordtough.ca]

Wow
Someone is getting ready for this summer
Well done

[1SILVER06F150]

Nice.The wiring mess reminds me of a few months back when i put 3 gauges in my Mustang lol!!

[lightning25]

Nice.The wiring mess reminds me of a few months back when i put 3 gauges in my Mustang lol!!

ya it was a mess, "organized" one though!
i deal with all this type of stuff at work, so i love doing it! wish i would keep doing it (although i want to drive the truck at some point in time!!)

[lightning25]

So she’s finished!

After the last post I still had to put on the new pulley and drive shaft loop, fix the burr on the blower, install the blower and all vac hoses, fill the rad and intercooler systems, flash the PCM with a starter tune from JJ@WMS and start ‘er up.

I also painted the rusted EGR valve – looks a lot better now!!
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3217.jpg

now to the pulley. So I open the box and man she looks shinny! I remove the old 4lb pulley and I decide I want a pic of them together, to see the size difference and such. Well I never did get that pic! I was too pissed off that I had waited over a month to get this pulley from the time I ordered it and it was the wrong size!! It was 8.75” from edge to edge….not a 6lb for sure! So I argued but they wouldn’t ship to have it here the next day – so more waiting!
I did take a pic of my old pulley though
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3234.jpg

[lightning25]

I finished cleaning the intercooler – 4 cans of carb cleaner and what was left of my throttle body cleaner
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3237.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3238.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3239.jpg
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http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3243.jpg

[lightning25]

due to the flaking of the intercooler’s hard lines that run of the pass side of the blower I decided to go the route of RIDE_THE and run heater hose instead of the hard lines.
I ran new lines the whole way, from the HX to the intercooler and from the intercooler to the res tank.
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3244.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3246.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3248.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3245.jpg

[lightning25]

Changed the fuel filter too – it was a pain in the ass to do!! Not a lot of room under there with the fuel tank and not wanting to lay under the filter (a lot of gas comes out!)
I have no pics of the process as my hands were covered in gas.
New filter installed:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3252.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3253.jpg

[lightning25]

I messed up the drive shaft loop pretty bad! I figured the long piece of metal went above the drive shaft, but I noticed it was hard to get up there – I pressed on and got it up there. Then came the time to install the bolts – but the holes were off, and the holes on the lower of the frame rail were about the right spot to fit, $%*&!!! So it took me 3 times as long to get it back out and install it properly!

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3249.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3254.jpg

[lightning25]

I had an issue with the SCT 2600MAF (I know, another issue). The bolt holes were not lined up 100% with the JLP forced air box, and the top hole, closest to the driver was stripped…wtf!
So, using my “skills”, and after a lot of swearing I decided to drill 2 opposite side holes larger than what they were to allow some “play” to line up the holes. I just clamped down the MAF and drilled through the existing holes.

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3256.jpg
worked great!!! But I still had one bolt missing, and the hole was stripped!! So I found a smaller bolt, with washers and nut and fed it into the hole. Tightened it down and perfect! Looks retarded as the other bolts are different, but gives me something to talk about.
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3269.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3270.jpg

[lightning25]

I cleaned the air filter too – that forced air induction from the bottom of the truck, and the blower act like a hoover vacuum! I had leaves and huge bugs in the filter box, and a lot of sand and rocks….looked like a beach!

Cleaned her all up though
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3271.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3266.jpg

[lightning25]

putting the blower back on
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3258.jpg
newly painted EGR valve
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3259.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3272.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3267.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3273.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3262.jpg

[lightning25]

I received the “correct” sized pulley and started the install
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3276.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3277.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3278.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3279.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3280.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3281.jpg

[lightning25]

I flashed the PCM with s “starter tune” from JJ@WMS, although I forgot to remove the old SCT chip and it wouldn’t work – remove the chip first!
Now its time to start her up (not the first attempt, but she did start with no hesitation)
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/th_MVI_3283.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/?action=view&current=MVI_3283.flv)

she runs pretty good. Shift from 2nd to 3rd is a little rougher than I’d like. Oh, and the service engine light is on – P0122 – I broke the TPS when installing, oops!! Getting a new one. Idles really smooth though, no missing either.

[lightning25]

Now for a clay bar and a wash
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3284.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3285.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3286.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3287.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/seansvt/IMG_3288.jpg

next weekend I’m driving to woodbine Maryland to see JJ! I can’t wait to see the results of all my hard work (and hard earned $$) – and to lay on her and paste 2 lines down the street!!

Getting new M/T ET streets may 9th, then going to the strip that night at grand bend in Ontario Canada if anyone from Michigan wants to come.

[Smokefan]

Nice work Sean, what size rim and tire for your ETs?

[lightning25]

Nice work Sean, what size rim and tire for your ETs?

stock rims....going to use them as daily tires for the street....not going to last long though...hehe

[v8ranger]

man truck looks really nice cant wait to see how she works out for ya this year

[Bush_aholic]

Looking good, sounds nice too! When you did your fuel filter did you take out the pressure from the gas lines? Sounds like you got a shower....lol

[lightning25]

Looking good, sounds nice too! When you did your fuel filter did you take out the pressure from the gas lines? Sounds like you got a shower....lol

yep, took pressure out. had to as i put in a fuel pressure gauge, so i drained the pressure first by opening the gas cap. also by opening the schrader valve (where i tapped in for my fuel pressure gauge).
not so much a shower, but a bit more gas then i expected....and its hard to move when your on your back and the truck is less than 4" above your face...lol....i do love the smell of ultra 94!

[Bush_aholic]

LoL, sounds fun, I guess I had a little more room when I did mine I can almost sit under my truck without jacking it...lol

[lightning25]

LoL, sounds fun, I guess I had a little more room when I did mine I can almost sit under my truck without jacking it...lol

Must be a nice feeling....... :icon_sad: