Installing Frame Connectors Ford Fox Body #FairmontProject

I ve started the modifications on the 1979 Ford Fairmont. Remember kids, many of the things I do to this car also apply to Mustangs from 1979-1992. So if you re looking for a walkthrough on installing frame connectors, this will work for you too. As it shows in the video my Fairmont is slightly longer than a Mustang. This created some challenges when installing the frame connectors. I m still thinking about how I m going to tackle that issue. For now the results are fantastic. The car is more sure footed and a LOT less noisy going over bumps. In my opinion, this is one of the best upgrades you can do to a Fox body vehicle, especially if it s a convertible. I did run into some issues with the brackets. Not sure what that was about. Perhaps there was an issue with my Fairmont, or it could have been a manufacturing issue. So far it seems to have worked out. Lastly, I would recommend using a stripper over a grinder for cleaning the metal. I’d also recommend a face shield as I was picking chucks of metal out of my face for a couple of days after this. Also my safety glasses didn’t catch everything and a couple of times I got junk in my eye. Link to the frame connectors I used: http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/item/MM-MMFL5B/79-04-Mustang-Maximum-Motorsports-Bare-Finish-Full-Length-Subframe-Connectors Camera: Brian Kast Thanks for watching! Link to extended version of this video: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/premium-content-web/13-premium-content-videos/1184-installing-frame-connectors-ford-fox-body-extended-cut The best place for answers to your automotive questions: http://www.ericthecarguy.com Tools Welder: http://www.longevity-inc.com/mig-welders/migweld-140 Grinder: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/makita-9557pbx1-4-1-2-angle-grinder/#oid=1002_1 Angle Die Grinder: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/k-tool-87129-air-die-grinder-kit-gearless-angle-die-grinder/#oid=1002_1 Tap and Die Set: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/gearwrench-3887-75-piece-tap-and-die-drive-tool-set-sae-metric/#oid=1002_1 The grinder I should have used: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/3m-03172-large-rust-and-paint-stripper/#oid=1002_1 Face Shield: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/sas-safety-5145-deluxe-face-shield-clear/#oid=1002_1 Related videos The Fairmont, The Plan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNwBGKf0TcM The Fairmont Goes To The Drag Strip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkOdD0P38ps The Fairmont, A Closer Look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2I0c-jJa14 Welder Plasma Cutter Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0n2CzzF0aAE Driving Old Cars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18LrBpBPNlQ Discussion about this video: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/kunena/18-The-EricTheCarGuy-Video-Forum/57536-installing-frame-connectors-ford-fox-body#134217 Useful articles. Engine overheat: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/what-to-do-when-your-engine-overheats No start problems: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-no-start-problems Idle issues: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-idle-problems Performance issues: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-performance-issues Diagnosing Noises: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/diagnosing-noises-in-your-car Diagnosing Vibrations: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/determining-the-causes-of-vehicle-vibrations Electrical Problems: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-electrical-problems Brake Issues: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-brake-problems HVAC problems: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-hvac-problems Buying a Used Car: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/what-to-look-for-in-a-used-car-purchase Leaks: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-leaks MPG: http://ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-the-causes-of-poor-mpg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EricTheCarGuy?fref=ts Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricTheCarGuy Google+: https://plus.google.com/100195180196698058780/posts Instagram: http://instagram.com/ericthecarguy Stay Dirty ETCG Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information.  EricTheCarGuy assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. EricTheCarGuy recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.  Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result.  Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not EricTheCarGuy.